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Children’s Life & Serious Illness Cover
Strictly speaking, your kids don't need life insurance.

You see, life insurance exists to replace the income of a breadwinner.

And if your kids are anything like mine, they certainly aren't winning any bread.

Eating it, yes and slowly bleeding you dry.
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December 1 2025 4 min read Life Insurance

Death in Service | Work Life Insurance Through Employer
I have life insurance through work

Why do I need another policy?

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November 28 2025 4 min read Life Insurance

Life Insurance with Autoimmune Diseases
Most people with autoimmune conditions can still get life insurance in Ireland — even with flare-ups, steroids or recent diagnoses.

The key is choosing the right insurer. Here’s what actually matters (and what doesn’t).
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November 27 2025 Medical Issues & Life Insurance

Life Insurance Extras: The Useful (and Useless) Add-Ons Explained
Some people find it difficult to see the value of life insurance if there is no payout on death.

And I could bang on about things like peace of mind and the value of knowing your loved ones are ok should the worst happen

But instead, let's look at what I call living benefits of life insurance (or what you can get while you're still above ground)
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5 min read Life Insurance

Life Insurance with High Cholesterol
High cholesterol isn’t the problem.

Picking the wrong insurer is.

I’ll match your case to the right insurer.
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November 26 2025 4 min read Medical Issues & Life Insurance

Life Insurance with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
CFS/ME can leave you exhausted, foggy, sore and fed up.

Some days you function; some days you don’t.

Doctors can’t pinpoint a single cause, but viral infections and stress are big triggers.

Here’s what that means for life insurance and mortgage protection — and how hard it actually is to get cover.
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November 25 2025 4 min read Medical Issues & Life Insurance

How Chronic Illness Can Affect a Mortgage Application
Look, having a health condition sucks — it just does.

But it shouldn’t stop you getting a mortgage.

Only in very rare cases will an insurer say no; most people are approved once the insurer understands the condition.
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November 21 2025 4 minutes min read Blog Mortgage Protection Insurance

What Illnesses Affect Mortgage Protection?
Learn how common health issues like diabetes, mental health, obesity and family history can impact the cost, and sometimes the chances. of getting mortgage protection and life insurance.

We explain how to give yourself the best chance of cover.
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3 min read Life Insurance

Can I Get Life Insurance with a Pre-Existing Health Condition?
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You can get life insurance in Ireland with a pre-existing condition — the key is choosing the right insurer and applying in the right order.

Some insurers are far more understanding than others.

Here’s how to avoid unnecessary loadings, postponements or declines.
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November 20 2025 4 min read Life Insurance
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Life Insurance with Depression (2025 Guide Ireland)
Life insurance can be a daunting task for anyone, but for those who are struggling with depression, the process can be even more overwhelming.

Our goal with this blog is to provide a source of empathy and support, as we understand the unique challenges that come with trying to obtain life insurance while managing depression.
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November 14 2025 5 min read Medical Issues & Life Insurance

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