Life insurance is a vital piece of cover when taking on a mortgage loan as it ensures protection against unmanageable debt.
Life insurance is also important even if you aren't entering in to a mortgage deal, it can provide stability, support and peace of mind to your loved ones in a time when they need it most, it helps to take care of expenses after your passing and it provides those closest to you with a means of maintaining a secure lifestyle.
You decide the amount of cover you want to be paid out and whether or not you want the policy to cover you for only a fixed amount of time or for the rest of your life.
You can align your cover with a specific financial commitment such as your mortgage, that you want to ensure isn't dropped on your family if you die or you can simply choose to have a lump sum or income paid to your family whenever you pass away.