Payment Protection Insurance- Do I Need It?
Sunday, October 9th, 2005Insurance companies and financial institutions profit a lot from payment protection insurance but can you take advantage of it too? What is it used for and in what situations is it advisable to take it? All these questions are the ones you need to ask prior to agreeing on any insurance policy. Sometimes overpaying on insurance charges can result in defaulting on a loan just like taking one can save you from repossession.
What Is Payment Protection Insurance?
Payment Protection Insurance guarantees the repayment of a particular debt in case your financial circumstances change in such a way that you can no longer afford the monthly payments. The insurance then repays your debt as long as needed till you recover. The particular protections may vary but the main ones are: protection against being made redundant, grave illness or serious accident.
In the event of any of the above triggers, you need to file a claim with the insurance company that will then analyze your case and if approv (more...)
