The Education Hub is accessible from the client navigation bar at any time during the journey. It provides interactive, card-based explanations of four types of protection insurance. Each type includes key points, a real-world scenario, and a statistic.
Description: Life insurance pays out a lump sum to your loved ones if you pass away during the policy term. It's the foundation of financial protection for your family.
Statistic: 1 in 4 people will die before reaching retirement age
Sarah, 34, was a mum of two when she was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Her husband James worked part-time to care for the children. Without life insurance, they would have lost their home.
Outcome: Her £250,000 life insurance paid off the mortgage and provided funds for the children's future education.
Description: Critical illness cover pays out a tax-free lump sum if you're diagnosed with a specified serious illness, like cancer, heart attack, or stroke.
Statistic: 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime
Mark, 42, was a self-employed builder when he had a heart attack. He couldn't work for 8 months and had no sick pay. His mortgage payments didn't stop.
Outcome: His critical illness policy paid out £150,000, covering his mortgage and living costs while he recovered fully.
Description: Income protection replaces a portion of your salary if you can't work due to illness or injury. It pays out monthly until you can return to work or retire.
Statistic: 1 in 5 workers will be off sick for 6+ months before retirement
Emma, 38, developed severe anxiety and depression after a traumatic event. She couldn't work for 18 months. Her employer's sick pay ran out after just 3 months.
Outcome: Her income protection paid £2,500/month throughout her recovery, keeping her family financially stable.
Description: Family income benefit pays a regular monthly income to your family if you die, rather than a lump sum. It's often more affordable and easier to manage.
Statistic: £2,000+ average monthly shortfall families face after losing a breadwinner
David, 40, passed away suddenly leaving his wife Lisa and three children. Lisa worked part-time and couldn't increase her hours due to childcare.
Outcome: Family income benefit pays Lisa £2,000/month until their youngest turns 18, allowing her to maintain their lifestyle.