Changes are about to happen to many fund members whose cost benefits have been overlooked by SMSFs. Over 20,000 clients under the self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) who have been under-insured will be offered automatic life coverage of up to $750,000. According to AIA Australia, this is the aim of insurance groups and financial advisers to…
Have you ever thought about insuring your income? If no, you are not alone since many income earners tend to overlook this important type of Insurance. Your income covers your needs and some luxuries in life. If you are the sole breadwinner in the family, your income is not solely for your needs but also for the entire…
Did it ever occur to you how your family would be able to manage financially in the case of illness, injury or death? Would they be able to live the life that they are used to? How about your children – do you think they could continue with their schooling if you were no longer there or capable to…
Life Insurance – Should You Go for the Lowest Premiums? When you shop for Life Insurance it can be quite tempting to buy the policy with the lowest premium. However, this may not be the best move as lowest premium does not always mean the best deal. Yes, you may enjoy savings now, but later…
Some people have second thoughts about protecting themselves with Life Insurance and Income Protection as they find them unnecessary, only to realise later on that it can provide them and their families with the financial assistance that they need. Life Insurance and Income Protection are two of the most common types of insurance. Sickness, accident,…
Are you the sole breadwinner in the family? If yes, did it ever occur to you how your family would survive if you were unable to work? This may not happen in the near future, but it pays to be prepared so that this will not catch you by surprise. In fact, in Australia alone,…
