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How to Choose a Solicitor When Buying a House in Ireland
Choosing a solicitor is one of the most important parts of buying a house in Ireland.

This guide explains what actually matters, what to avoid, and how the wrong choice can delay your mortgage.
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March 25 2026 5 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

Genetic Testing in Ireland: Cost, Results & Life Insurance Explained
Genetic testing in Ireland costs between €250 and €2,000 depending on the test.

While insurers can’t use your results, they will assess your family history and any ongoing investigations.
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March 23 2026 5 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

Sick Leave and Sick Pay in Ireland (And What Happens When It Runs Out)
Most employees in Ireland only get a few paid sick days. After that, income can drop to around €1,000 per month.

Here’s what happens next and how income protection fills the gap.
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March 22 2026 5 min read Income Protection Insurance

Mortgage Protection for Unmarried Couples in Ireland
If you’re not married, how you set up your mortgage protection can affect the inheritance tax bill if one of you dies.

Here’s how to reduce the risk and get it right from the start.
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March 21 2026 4 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

How BMI affects Life Insurance and Mortgage Protection
You can still get life insurance and mortgage protection with a high BMI.

This guide explains BMI limits, pricing and how insurers assess your application.
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March 20 2026 4 min read Medical Issues & Life Insurance

What Happens Mortgage Protection When You Pay Off Your Mortgage?
When your mortgage is cleared, your mortgage protection can be cancelled or kept as life insurance.

Here’s how it works and what to consider.
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March 17 2026 4 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

The One Plan & Bank-Bundled Insurance: What You’re Not Told
Banks often bundle mortgage protection, life cover and Bill Pay into one policy during the mortgage process.

This guide explains what’s really included, who owns the policy, and why Bill Pay is often mistaken for income protection.
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5 min read Mortgage Protection Insurance

Newlywed’s Life Insurance | The Essential Guide
Getting married usually means your finances are now linked.

This guide explains how life insurance works for newlyweds in Ireland, including mortgage protection, dual life cover and income protection.
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March 16 2026 Life Insurance

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

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