Are You Covered And Don t Realise It
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Are You Covered and Don’t Realize It?
Understanding Your Insurance Coverage
When Amanda, a 42-year-old from West Yorkshire, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, she faced not just a health battle, but financial challenges as well. After a severe reaction to chemotherapy left her unable to work, she was hit with a hefty tax bill. Desperate to find a solution, she considered re-mortgaging her house.
During her mortgage application, Amanda was asked to present her life insurance documents. To her surprise, what she assumed was life insurance turned out to be critical illness insurance. For years, she had been paying £80 monthly to Scottish Provident and Norwich Union, unaware that these policies covered her critical illness. As a result, Amanda was able to claim £100,000, which not only settled her tax bill but also cleared her mortgage.
This revelation highlights a common issue: many people are unaware of the full extent of their insurance coverage. Often, we end up paying for duplicate policies or unnecessary extras due to a lack of understanding or because additional coverages are bundled in without our knowledge.
A Financial Services Authority survey pointed out that many car insurance policies include extras like breakdown recovery and legal expense cover. These added costs can be avoided by contacting the insurance firm to have them removed if they're not needed.
Similarly, Permanent Medical Insurance (PMI) often overlaps with Payment Protection Insurance, leading many to mistakenly pay for both. The Financial Ombudsman notes that people often only realize the redundancy of their coverage when they attempt to make a claim.
Critical Illness Insurance is another area where overlaps occur; many employers provide this coverage. It’s wise to check with your employer before purchasing a separate policy. The same applies to life insurance if you're part of a company pension scheme, as most offer a death-in-service benefit. This benefit, often tax-free, can be up to four times your annual salary.
Moreover, some types of insurance may be unnecessary altogether, such as mobile phone insurance. Consumer watchdogs often label this a waste, especially if your home insurance already offers coverage. Similarly, car insurance extras like legal expense cover might be redundant if you’re part of a trade union.
Identity theft insurance is another area questioned by consumer groups. In many cases, banks will waive any charges beyond the first £50 if your ID is stolen, making additional insurance unnecessary.
In conclusion, it's essential to carefully review your insurance policies to avoid paying for overlapping or unnecessary coverage. Understanding what you truly need can provide financial peace of mind and save you from expenses that might otherwise go unnoticed.
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