Insurance basics
Most financial experts suggest that insurance is an important part of any good financial plan. It plays an important role in reducing the risk of financial loss.
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Facts about insurance
Only 4% of typical working families with dependant children have the life cover recommended by experts to cover their needs1.
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Why you need insurance
The costs of replacing your home, valuables or in some cases your income can be significant. Insurance can give you a way to manage the consequences of unexpected events which cause financial loss.
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Types of cover suitable to you
There are many types of insurance cover available depending on your individual needs and circumstances.
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What is insurance through superannuation?
You can arrange certain types of insurance through your superannuation. This may be a tax effective way of establishing your insurance and your premiums may also be more cost effective.
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How insurance claims are paid
We are in the business of paying claims – Learn how BT Insurance is on hand when the unexpected happens.
1 IFSA media release, Life and risk sales up - Aussies hear wealth protection message, 26 April 2007.
Did you know?
Insurance is considered by many financial experts to be a fundamental part of any sound financial plan. Insuring yourself adequately will mean you can cope financially if the unexpected happens to you.
There are a number of myths surrounding insurance and the facts can be very different from what many people believe.
