Protect Your Earnings With Income Insurance

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Why Income Protection?

Income insurance (also known in as income protection or disability insurance) is an insurance cover for individuals and businesses to indemnify against the financial implications resulting from an illness or injury of an insured individual or individuals. Income insurance comes in a range of forms and may include death cover, total & permanent disability, major medical crisis cover, monthly income protection benefits, etc.

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Competitive Rates

Income Protection Insurance rates can vary dramatically for one company to another - partly due to the fact that, often, the features and benefits are different from one to another. But there are a multitude of factors that are used to determine the price that you will pay for your cover and each insurer will treat each criteria within their own guidelines. Specialist brokers from our national referral panel can compare a range of Income Protection Insurance policies from the insurers they work with and help you find a competitive, good-value option for your needs.

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Comparing Options

Income insurance in Australia cannot be compared on price alone as there may be significant disadvantages from one income insurance policy to the next that need to be taken into consideration depending on the size of your age, occupation, health and other considerations. When you request an income insurance quote using this website, your quote request will be instantly transmitted to a licensed Australian income insurance specialist in your area of need.

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Navigating Pre-existing Conditions in Income Protection Insurance

Income protection insurance is a safeguard that provides individuals with financial stability in the event they are unable to work due to illness or injury. This type of insurance typically replaces a significant percentage of the insured's income, ensuring that their financial commitments can still be met during periods when they cannot earn an income through employment. - read more

Income Protection Insurance Explained: Ensure Your Livelihood in Times of Uncertainty

When life takes an unexpected turn, whether due to illness, injury, or other unforeseen events, the financial repercussions can be devastating. This is where income protection insurance becomes an essential component of maintaining financial stability. Income protection insurance acts as a safety net, ensuring that even in times of hardship, your financial obligations can be met, and your standard of living maintained. - read more

Finding Accidental Coverage When Comprehensive Income Protection Isn't an Option

Income protection is an integral part of maintaining your financial security, especially in the event that unforeseen illnesses or injuries prevent you from working. Enabling you to receive a percentage of your regular income, this type of insurance provides a safety net, ensuring that you can continue to cover your living expenses and financial obligations whilst recovering. - read more

How to Compare Income Protection Policies When You Have a Medical History

In today's ever-changing world, financial security is a cornerstone of peace of mind, particularly for Australians grappling with medical histories. Income protection insurance emerges as a pivotal solution, safeguarding not only the individual’s fiscal health but the well-being of their dependents. This introduction explores the nuances of income protection insurance and its particular significance for those with pre-existing medical conditions. - read more

Combining Financial Security and Affordability: Income Protection for Australians Explained

Financial security is a cornerstone of peace of mind, particularly when life is known for its unpredictability. This introductory section sheds light on the vital nature of income protection insurance and its role in safeguarding Australians' financial well-being. Ensuring continual financial inflow during times of illness or injury not only offers stability but also protects one's standard of living. - read more

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CHU's 2025 Report Highlights Stability in Strata Insurance Premiums

23 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

In its recently released 2025 State of the Strata Market report, CHU, Australia's leading strata insurance underwriting agency, provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of the industry. The report indicates that strata insurance premiums have experienced a modest increase of 2.8%, rising from an average of $954 to $981 per lot annually in the year leading up to June 2025. This increment is notably lower than the 14% surge observed in house insurance premiums during the same period. - read more

ICA Advocates for Strata Law Reforms to Mitigate Rising Insurance Costs in Victoria

23 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has recently called for substantial reforms to Victoria's strata legislation, citing a direct correlation between inadequate governance and escalating insurance premiums for residents. With approximately one in five Victorians residing in strata-titled properties, the need for effective management and oversight has become increasingly critical. - read more

Strata Communities Endorse Call for Enhanced Resilience Reforms

23 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

Strata communities are at the forefront of Australia's resilience battle, facing escalating costs, declining coverage, and prolonged recovery periods following disasters. Strata Community Association Australasia (SCA) has expressed strong support for the Insurance Council of Australia's (ICA) recent call for coordinated, long-term resilience reforms to protect communities from these challenges. - read more

Allianz Australia Triumphs in 2026 Finder Home Insurance Awards

23 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

Allianz Australia has been honoured with the top accolade in the Comprehensive Home Insurance category at the 2026 Finder Product Awards. This recognition underscores the company's dedication to delivering high-quality insurance solutions tailored to the needs of Australian homeowners. - read more

Escalating Home Insurance Costs Deepen Australia's Protection Gap

23 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori

Australian homeowners are facing a growing protection gap as escalating home insurance premiums render adequate coverage increasingly unaffordable. Recent data indicates that average home insurance premiums have risen by 16% over the past year, with some insurers implementing hikes exceeding 30%. - read more

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Insurance Policy:
Broadly, the entire written contract of insurance. More narrowly, the basic written or printed document, as distinguished from the forms and endorsements added thereto.