3 ways that financial protection can support your mental wellbeing

If you’ve been struggling with your mental health in recent months, you aren’t alone. According to figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), more than one-fifth of Brits experienced some form of depression in early 2021. The isolation and stress of the pandemic has affected many people and, if you’re one of them, it’s […]

Why prioritising saving over protection can hurt your long-term financial wellbeing

When planning for the unexpected, one of the best ways to absorb financial shocks is to have protection in place. However, recent studies have found that many Brits would prefer to save rather than find appropriate cover. If the pandemic has made you re-evaluate your financial stability, finding the right financial protection can be essential […]

Everything you need to know about income protection and critical illness cover

One of the lessons that the pandemic has taught us is that the unexpected can happen at any time, which is why it’s important to plan ahead. If you became unable to work due to illness or accident, it could have a serious impact on your finances, particularly if you’re the main or only earner […]

Why you should protect yourself when taking on a mortgage

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you were to suddenly lose your income? If you’re the main or only earner in your household, you may struggle to keep up with your mortgage payments. One side effect of the pandemic is that it has shone a light on how vulnerable to shocks many people […]

5 perks of protection you didn’t know you had

When you took out protection – be it life insurance, Critical Illness Cover or Income Protection – you probably focused on the important financial safety net it provides if you die, become critically ill, or can’t work because of illness or injury. You might not realise it, but protection may benefit you in other ways […]