Why Mortgage Protection Insurance Is Often a Bad Deal Many or all of the products here are from our partners that pay us a commission. It’s how we make money. But our editorial integrity ensures our experts’ opinions aren’t influenced by compensation. Terms may apply to offers listed on this page. Don't buy mortgage protection insurance until you read this. Key points Mortgage protection insurance is a type of life insurance that pays off a home mortgage if the policyholder passes away. It can be more expensive and offer less coverage than other kinds of life insurance. It's usually better to buy a different kind of life insurance policy. Mortgage protection insurance is a...
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If you’re a homeowner, your mortgage will likely be one of your biggest monthly expenses. So it’s worth considering how repayments would be made if you were to become seriously ill or worse. Mortgage payment protection insurance and income protection insurance are worth considering. But how do they work and is there any difference between the two? Both income protection and mortgage protection insurance can cover your mortgage payments if you had to stop work What is income protection insurance? Income protection is a form of personal protection insurance. It can help you feel financially secure in the event you are unable to work due to illness, injury or redundancy. An income protection...
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Are you an ANZ Mortgage Protection customer? We no longer offer this insurance product to new customers. However, if you’re an existing ANZ Mortgage Protection customer you can still make a claim or check out ANZ Mortgage Protection Product Disclosure Statement and Policy Document (PDF 155kB) for product information. Need to make a Mortgage Protection claim now? Make sure you have your policy number handy. You can make a claim by calling us on 1300 552 253 weekdays 8am to 5pm (AEST). Talk to us We're available to chat at a time that suits you. How to make a complaint, compliment or provide feedback We value your feedback regarding our performance and we’re committed to resolving any...
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Best Overall: Haven Life If you’re looking to protect your mortgage (and your loved ones) with life insurance, Haven Life is our overall top pick for term policies that fit the bill. This carrier has an entirely-online buying process that offers millions in quick coverage—without a medical exam for some—and includes valuable features at no additional charge. Term coverage from $5,000 up to $3 million Accelerated death benefit rider included at no extra charge 100% online buying process Up to $1 million with no medical exams Though Haven Life has only been providing term life insurance coverage since 2016, the company is wholly owned and backed by MassMutual, a trusted name with more than...
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What is PPI? PPI is insurance that pays out a sum of money to help cover your repayments on your loan, credit card or mortgage (product) in certain life events*. The actual events covered by your policy will depend upon the level of cover that you have purchased and you should always refer to your policy terms and conditions for confirmation of your level of cover and exclusions (what isn’t covered). Halifax no longer sell Payment Protection Insurance (PPI), however if you are interested in purchasing protection for your existing credit agreements then please refer to the Money Advice Service for guidance. Unemployment / Redundancy – if you are in work and become involuntary unemployed...
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How Does Mortgage Protection Life Insurance Work? Purchasing your first home is one of life’s major milestones — right up there with graduating from college or getting your first real job. And as with those other big life moves, the home purchase comes with a host of decisions to make. One of those decisions is whether to sign up for the mortgage protection life insurance offered by your home lender. How does mortgage life insurance work? Mortgage protection life insurance, also called MPI, pays off your home loan balance if you die. Some policies additionally have temporary disability or job loss benefits under which the insurer makes your mortgage payments for a year or...
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Mortgage Protection Insurance Explained Mortgage Protection Insurance a term used to encompass various types of cover. They were designed to protect borrowers from events that could severely impact their ability to maintain mortgage payments. However, there are different variations, but when connected to a mortgage, they are all there. To help provide peace of mind and usually fall into the following categories: Critical Illness Insurance Life Cover As a rule, if the policyholder dies within the term. Then the sum assured should be enough to pay off the outstanding mortgage balance. They are ensuring borrower’s dependents left with no debt. They might not otherwise be able to manage. Our...
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Got a bond? Why life cover is a must-have "I have seen the downside. I have seen the families who have not been covered or adequately protected and I have seen the tears. In the event of the death of the [bondgiver − the person paying the bond; the bank is the bondholder], life cover can make a very traumatic situation that much more bearable. Lack of it can make a distressing situation even more of a tragedy.” So says Donovan Adams, a certified financial planner with Chartered Wealth Solutions, speaking on the plight of families who have lost the family member responsible for paying the home loan. Losing a family member is tragic enough without the added complication and...
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What is mortgage protection insurance & do I need it? Mortgage protection insurance acts a safety net to cover your monthly mortgage repayments if you can no longer afford them due to a range of circumstances. It can prevent you from having to default on your mortgage, and so avoid repossession of your home. But is this type of protection right for you, or are there better options available? Here’s mortgage protection insurance explained in detail. What is mortgage protection insurance? Mortgage protection insurance is a type of policy that helps to pay your monthly mortgage repayments if you can’t work due to illness, a serious injury or redundancy. Sometimes it’s...
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The main difference between life insurance and mortgage life insurance is that they are designed with different protection purposes in mind. Some people want a policy that will help protect their family financially if they were to die during the policy term. Others may have a need for a policy that could help their family pay towards the mortgage, should the worst happen. Everyone’s circumstances are different, so you should take the time to consider the different options available. We’ve outlined the policies we offer below, along with what they are designed to help you protect. Life insurance could pay out a cash sum on your death during the length of the policy. It could be used to...
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