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Life & Mortgage Protection with Thrombocytopenia in Ireland

Most people with stable thrombocytopenia can still get life insurance and mortgage protection in Ireland.

Learn how insurers assess platelet counts, bleeding history and underwriting risk.

Life Insurance with Blood Disorders in Ireland

Most people with anaemia, B12 deficiency or stable blood disorders can still get life insurance in Ireland.

Learn how insurers assess blood conditions, investigations and underwriting risk.

In this article we look at how each type of blood disorder will affect your application.

Mortgage Protection with Haemochromatosis in Ireland

Most people with haemochromatosis can still get mortgage protection and life insurance in Ireland once ferritin levels are stable and treatment is working.

Income Protection for Company Directors | No BIK

If you’re a company director, your business can pay for your income protection policy, claim corporation tax relief, and avoid Benefit-in-Kind.

Here’s how executive income protection works in Ireland.

Convertible Mortgage Protection in Ireland Explained

Convertible mortgage protection gives you flexibility later without new medical underwriting.

Learn how conversion options work, when they matter, and which Irish insurers offer them.

Royal London Serious Illness Cover Review (Ireland 2026)

Royal London’s Serious Illness Cover has improved — more conditions, unique mental health benefit, a shorter survival period, and strong claims stats.

But is it the right policy for you?

What Happens If You Lie on a Life Insurance Application in Ireland?

Lying on a life insurance application doesn’t just risk your claim.

It can affect future applications too. Here’s what actually happens in Ireland.

Income Protection for Doctors and Consultants in Ireland

A simple guide to income protection for doctors in Ireland.

How it works, how much you can insure, and how to get it set up properly without overcomplicating things.

Income Protection by Job

Not all insurers see your job the same way.

Find your role and see what you’re actually dealing with before you apply.

Aviva Mortgage Protection Review

Aviva offers flexible mortgage protection with added benefits like Aviva Care, but the best insurer depends on your health and how you apply.

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