Is it time for a Financial Health Check?
A solid financial plan starts with understanding what you already have in place, where the gaps may be, and what could happen if life took an unexpected turn.
Many people put off reviewing these areas because they feel too busy, too complicated or too uncomfortable to think about. But taking the time to get your ducks in a row can give you and your family real peace of mind.
You may want to consider:
• How long would your household manage financially if you were unable to work due to illness or injury?
• Is your life insurance still suitable for your current circumstances?
• If you were diagnosed with a serious illness, what would that mean for you financially?
• If you are a business owner, have you protected your key people against long-term sickness or premature death?
• Do you have an up-to-date Will?
• Have you appointed guardians for your children?
• Is your life insurance written into trust?
• Do you have Lasting Powers of Attorney in place?
• Have you reviewed your mortgage in the last 12 months?
• Are your household bills becoming harder to manage?
• Could you save money across your household bills, or benefit from an additional income stream?