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Mental health claim trends are a pay protection reminder Mental health claim trends are a pay protection reminder
25 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori

Recent insurance industry reporting has again highlighted the role mental health can play in life and income protection claims. For New Zealand workers, the message is practical rather than abstract: the risk of being unable to work is not limited to sudden accidents or visible injuries. Stress-related illness, anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions can also interrupt earning capacity, sometimes for weeks or months. - read more
Why a Softer Job Market Should Prompt an Income Cover Check Why a Softer Job Market Should Prompt an Income Cover Check
18 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori

Recent business and labour market reporting has kept the spotlight on a softer jobs market, with many households paying closer attention to job security, hours of work and the strength of their emergency savings. For New Zealand workers, the financial question is not only whether employment conditions are changing. It is whether the household could keep functioning if income stopped for a reason outside their control. - read more
Rising Arrears Show Why Your Pay Needs a Backup Plan Rising Arrears Show Why Your Pay Needs a Backup Plan
11 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori

Fresh business reporting on household credit stress is a useful reminder that financial resilience is not only about interest rates or budgeting discipline. More New Zealand borrowers are finding it harder to stay on top of mortgages, personal loans, credit cards and other regular commitments. For working households, that pressure can become far more serious if illness or injury suddenly stops pay coming in. - read more
Fair conduct focus puts income cover quality back on the agenda Fair conduct focus puts income cover quality back on the agenda
04 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori

Recent industry coverage of New Zealand’s financial conduct settings is a timely reminder that insurance is not just about having a policy document in place. The wider conduct regime for financial institutions has shifted attention from one-off sales processes to the ongoing treatment of customers, including whether products are suitable, clearly explained and supported when people need help. - read more

Life Insurance Articles

How an Income Insurance Advisor Can Save You Money and Stress
How an Income Insurance Advisor Can Save You Money and Stress
Income insurance, often referred to as income protection, is a financial safety net designed to provide you with a significant portion of your income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury. This insurance ensures that your essential expenses, such as mortgage repayments, utilities, and groceries, are covered during your recovery period. - read more
Tax and Income Protection Insurance in New Zealand
Tax and Income Protection Insurance in New Zealand
Income protection insurance can have tax implications in New Zealand. This guide explains how premiums and payouts may be treated, what can affect the outcome, and when to seek tax advice. - read more
What Income Protection Insurance Covers in New Zealand
What Income Protection Insurance Covers in New Zealand
Income protection insurance can help replace part of your income if illness or injury stops you working, but it has important limits. This guide explains what income protection usually covers in New Zealand, how it may interact with ACC and employer sick leave, and why redundancy is often treated differently. - read more
How to Evaluate Income Insurance Providers
How to Evaluate Income Insurance Providers
Income insurance may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering personal finances, but its role in ensuring financial stability is crucial. By replacing a portion of your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury, income insurance provides a safety net that can help maintain your quality of life during challenging times. - read more
Decoding Income Insurance: Key Terms Every Kiwi Should Know
Decoding Income Insurance: Key Terms Every Kiwi Should Know
Income insurance might not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning your finances, but it's one of the most crucial elements to consider. Picture this: you're managing well enough, budgeting your expenses with your regular paycheck, when suddenly an unexpected event like illness or injury prevents you from working. This is where income insurance becomes a financial lifesaver. - read more


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Elimination Period:
The time period between an injury and the receipt of benefit payments from an insurer, particularly in disability insurance.