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Income Protection or Health Insurance?
Health insurance covers hospital treatment, while income protection replaces your salary if illness stops you working.

They solve different financial problems.
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March 13 2026 5 min read Blog Income Protection Insurance

Smoking & Life Insurance in Ireland
If you smoke or vape, life insurance in Ireland can cost up to twice as much as non-smoker cover.

This guide explains how insurers define a smoker, how vaping affects premiums, and how you can switch to cheaper non-smoker rates after quitting.
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4 min read Life Insurance Mortgage Protection Insurance

Mortgage Protection Insurance Cost in Ireland (Average Prices for 2026)
Mortgage protection in Ireland costs about €33 per month for the average first-time buyer couple.

But the real price depends on your age, mortgage size, health and which insurer you apply to.
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March 12 2026 Blog Mortgage Protection Insurance

How to Compare Income Protection in Ireland in 2026
The best income protection in Ireland depends on your job, health and policy structure.

We compare Aviva, Zurich, Irish Life, New Ireland and Royal London.
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March 11 2026 Income Protection Insurance

Vhi Life Insurance & Mortgage Protection Review (2026)
Vhi offers simple life insurance underwritten by Zurich Life.

It can work well for healthy applicants who want quick cover, but the policy has stricter age limits and less flexibility than broker-arranged alternatives.
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March 10 2026 5 min read Life Insurance

How Long Should You Take Life Insurance For?
How long should life insurance last?

In Ireland most policies run until your youngest child becomes financially independent or your mortgage is cleared.

Here’s how to choose the right policy term.
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4 min read Life Insurance

Can You Claim Tax Relief on Income Protection Insurance in Ireland?
Income protection premiums qualify for tax relief in Ireland because approved policies fall under Revenue’s Permanent Health Insurance rules.

You can claim relief at your marginal tax rate, which can significantly reduce the real cost of cover.
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March 9 2026 4 min read Income Protection Insurance

Do You Need Life Insurance When Renting?
Do you need life insurance when renting?

Learn when life cover makes sense for renters and why income protection is often the bigger financial risk.
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March 6 2026 3 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

Income Protection for Teachers in Ireland
Most teachers in Ireland already have salary protection through union schemes such as INTO, ASTI or TUI.

This guide explains when personal income protection may still make sense, particularly for teachers working outside the union system or those affected by medical disclosures
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5 min read Income Protection Insurance

What is a Loan Clause When Buying a Home in Ireland?
A subject to loan clause protects you when buying a home by allowing you to withdraw if your mortgage approval falls through before contracts are binding.
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5 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

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