PROTECTING YOUR FAMILY AFTER DEATH
What happens financially if you die?
Life insurance can provide a lump sum. Family income benefit can provide regular payments. Both may help loved ones manage their mortgage and everyday bills.
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Life insurance
One lump-sum paymentTerm life insurance can pay a lump sum if the insured person dies during the policy term. It can help a partner repay a mortgage or cover other costs.
- Can be arranged as individual or joint life cover.
- A joint-first-death policy normally pays once, on the first death.
- The amount of cover can be level or reduce over time, depending on the policy.
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Family income benefit
Regular payments for a set periodRather than a single lump sum, family income benefit generally pays a regular income to beneficiaries following an eligible death, until the policy end date.
- Designed to help with family living costs.
- The amount and remaining payment period depend on the policy.
- May suit households wanting help replacing regular income.
Both products depend on the policy terms, exclusions and a valid claim. Joint and individual cover can work differently.