Category Archives: Life Insurance

Why Having a Will Could Matter More Than Ever

Let’s be honest - writing a Will probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list. But if you want to make sure your loved ones are looked after and your wishes are followed, having a Will is one of the most important things you can do. Without one, the... Read More

Life Insurance: A Vital Safety Net for Your Family’s Financial Future

As the cost of living continues to rise and financial uncertainty persists, many families are reassessing their budgets to make ends meet. While it’s important to evaluate expenses, life insurance should not be seen as just another bill to cut. It is a critical safety net designed to protect your... Read More

Rise in Unexpected Death Rates Among UK Middle-Aged Adults

Earlier this year, government statistics unveiled a troubling surge in unexpected deaths across the UK, prompting widespread media coverage, expert scrutiny, and even parliamentary debate. Amidst these discussions, experts in The Lancet shed further light on the unexpected deaths among adults aged 50 to 64, with mortality rates surpassing expectations... Read More

The Essential Role of Life Insurance in Uncertain Financial Times

Jeremy Hunt will make his spring Budget announcement this week, and there has been lots of speculation about whether he will announce tax cuts ahead of the next general election. However, in recent weeks it seems like there’s been an attempt to manage our expectations, with the suggestion that his focus... Read More

NHS Challenges: Your Life Insurance could be a Lifeline

Amidst the persistent challenges faced by the NHS, with demand for hospital treatment outstripping capacity way before the pandemic, the struggle for access to timely medical care continues. Presently, despite the best efforts of those dealing directly with the challenges, the situation does not seem to be improving, with significant backlogs and... Read More

Is it ever too soon to consider life insurance?

Recently I read a heart-breaking story published by BBC News in the West Midlands. The article was about a woman, whose partner had sadly died in August, aged just 34, from cancer. The couple had not yet got life insurance, as in their early 30s, they thought they would not... Read More

Essential Insurance is Feefo Platinum Awarded for fourth year in a row

23 JANUARY 2023, it is with great pride that we announce Essential Insurance has won the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the fourth consecutive year. This independent seal of excellence recognises businesses for delivering exceptional experiences, going above and beyond, as rated by real customers. Being one of the... Read More

When access to the NHS is a problem, your life insurer could be a life saver

With demand for hospital treatment outstripping capacity even before COVID-19, it is no surprise that the demands of delivering care during a pandemic have led to significant backlogs and longer waits for patients. The British Medical Association (BMA) provides regular analysis on NHS capacity and their latest update states that... Read More

The fight against diabetes and how life insurance could help you

As November ends, so does Diabetes Awareness Month. However, this doesn't mark the end to the fight against the chronic disease, that an estimated 9% of the UK adult population battle daily. There’s much miseducation with diabetes, and those with the condition tackle both physical and mental challenges. Worryingly, cases... Read More

Be the lighthouse in “the storm”

The concluding half of 2022 has been a testing time for mortgage intermediaries, with the combination of increasing interest rates, fluctuating availability of mortgage products, and the energy crisis. This, coupled with alarmist news articles and predicted drop in property prices, have given rise to fear amongst existing borrowers concerned... Read More

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