Loan protection insurance guide

What is loan protection insurance?




Loan protection insurance is designed to cover your monthly loan repayments if you are unable to work due to an accident, sickness or unemployment (depending on the policy terms). Policies can vary widely between insurers with some companies offering additional benefits such as critical illness and life cover; however, typically, cover is available for a period of 6 -12 months only. Taking out loan protection can provide peace of mind that your repayments will be met in case you are unable to work through no fault of your own, but this cover is optional and is not a condition of taking out a loan. 


What cover options are available?


Policies vary widely between loan protection providers but some of the features available may include: 


Accident and sickness cover: To cover repayments if you are unable to work due to illness or incapacity.

Unemployment cover: A monthly benefit if you are unemployed for a pre-determined period, usually for more than 15 days and up to a maximum of 6 - 12 months.

Hospitalisation cover: Some policies will pay if you have to stay in hospital for a pre-determined length of time, usually more than three consecutive days and up to 365 days.

Life cover: Several loan protection insurance providers also offer a lump sum equal to the amount borrowed under your loan agreement less any arrears. 
Additional considerations when taking out loan protection insurance


When taking out loan protection insurance it's vital to examine the terms and conditions carefully and to be mindful of exclusions.


 For example,


 you may not be able to make a successful claim if you have taken voluntary unemployment or you were dismissed for misconduct. Many providers do not pay out if your circumstances change during the policy term, such as if you reach the age of 65, or if you have a pre-existing medical condition. You should also pay attention to the wait period, which is the length of time you will have to wait before you are eligible to claim and receive a payout, and could be as long as 30-90 days. 


How to choose the right loan protection insurance policy




Loan protection insurance are often sold alongside loans themselves, however, it is optional and you may be able to find more comprehensive cover at a cheaper price by shopping around. It’s often worth applying the same forethought to a loan protection policy as to a loan itself by comparing as many policies as possible before you decide which one is right for you. 


Be sure to enter all your information accurately, as omitting or providing inaccurate information may invalidate your claim. Before deciding to purchase a policy you should ensure that the terms of the policy meet your demands and needs.

Fire Insurance guidance

Riot and Strike Damage    

This policy provides coverage against loss or damage caused due to riot & strike or civil commotion or malicious damage due to any persons who are members of an organization whose aim is to over-throw any legal or defacto Government by terrorism or violence. 

 Riot and Strike Damage    

This policy provides coverage against loss or damage caused due to riot & strike or civil commotion or malicious damage due to any persons who are members of an organization whose aim is to over-throw any legal or defacto Government by terrorism or violence. 


Allied Perils    

This is the most important and basic form of insurance and is essential for all types of business concerns. Fire and Allied Perils Insurance provides comprehensive cover in respect of loss of or damage to your property against fire and lightning. To further safeguard the interest of our valued clients the policy can be extended to cover riot and strike damage, malicious damage, atmospheric disturbance, earthquake (fire and shock), explosion, impact damage, aircraft damage etc. 
 Riot and Strike Damage    

This policy provides coverage against loss or damage caused due to riot & strike or civil commotion or malicious damage due to any persons who are members of an organization whose aim is to over-throw any legal or defacto Government by terrorism or violence. 


Allied Perils    

This is the most important and basic form of insurance and is essential for all types of business concerns. Fire and Allied Perils Insurance provides comprehensive cover in respect of loss of or damage to your property against fire and lightning. To further safeguard the interest of our valued clients the policy can be extended to cover riot and strike damage, malicious damage, atmospheric disturbance, earthquake (fire and shock), explosion, impact damage, aircraft damage etc. 


Home Insurance Plan    

To live in one’s own home is cherished by every one of us. In these tough times, it is very hard to retain a house, which is exposed to several risks such as riot and strike damage, malicious damage, atmospheric disturbance, earthquake (fire and shock), explosion, impact damage and aircraft damage. The United Insurance provides a policy to cover the interest of homeowners. The plan provides coverage on building as well as contents against the risks the property may be exposed to. The coverage for buildings includes the risks of fire and all dry/wet perils. Contents (including jewellery and cash) are similarly covered including the risks of burglary and dacoity. 


Besides material damage, UIC’s Home Insurance also provides for loss or rent, legal liability to public and domestic servants. 

 
Hotel Owner All Risk    

As the name of policy signifies, it is specially designed to cater to all the insurance needs of a hotel owner. This policy has been adapted from the wording prevalent in international markets, as such coverage provided by it meets the requirements of management agreements, which owners usually enter with international chains of hotels. This policy is divided into 8 sections covering fire and supplemental Perils Insurance. Business interruption following Fire and Supplemental Perils, Comprehensive Plate Glass Insurance, Boiler and Machinery Breakdown Insurance, Business Interruption following Machinery Breakdown, Comprehensive General Liability, Comprehensive 3D Bond Insurance and Workmen's Compensation Insurance. 


Terrorism Cover    

We live in an altogether different world after September 11, 2001. Post 9/11 scenario resulted in removal of terrorism cover globally, leaving the insured and the insurer at a difficult juncture. We, at The United Insurance Company of Pakistan Ltd. created niche for our valued clients by designing a policy exclusively for the risk of Terrorism. This policy is issued in conjunction with Fire and Allied Perils Policy protecting the interest of insured up to a specified limit. 

Home Insurance Plan    

To live in one’s own home is cherished by every one of us. In these tough times, it is very hard to retain a house, which is exposed to several risks such as riot and strike damage, malicious damage, atmospheric disturbance, earthquake (fire and shock), explosion, impact damage and aircraft damage. The United Insurance provides a policy to cover the interest of homeowners. The plan provides coverage on building as well as contents against the risks the property may be exposed to. The coverage for buildings includes the risks of fire and all dry/wet perils. Contents (including jewellery and cash) are similarly covered including the risks of burglary and dacoity. 


Besides material damage, UIC’s Home Insurance also provides for loss or rent, legal liability to public and domestic servants. 


Hotel Owner All Risk    

As the name of policy signifies, it is specially designed to cater to all the insurance needs of a hotel owner. This policy has been adapted from the wording prevalent in international markets, as such coverage provided by it meets the requirements of management agreements, which owners usually enter with international chains of hotels. This policy is divided into 8 sections covering fire and supplemental Perils Insurance. Business interruption following Fire and Supplemental Perils, Comprehensive Plate Glass Insurance, Boiler and Machinery Breakdown Insurance, Business Interruption following Machinery Breakdown, Comprehensive General Liability, Comprehensive 3D Bond Insurance and Workmen's Compensation Insurance. 


Terrorism Cover    

We live in an altogether different world after September 11, 2001. Post 9/11 scenario resulted in removal of terrorism cover globally, leaving the insured and the insurer at a difficult juncture. We, at The United Insurance Company of Pakistan Ltd. created niche for our valued clients by designing a policy exclusively for the risk of Terrorism. This policy is issued in conjunction with Fire and Allied Perils Policy protecting the interest of insured up to a specified limit. 
Allied Perils    

This is the most important and basic form of insurance and is essential for all types of business concerns. Fire and Allied Perils Insurance provides comprehensive cover in respect of loss of or damage to your property against fire and lightning. To further safeguard the interest of our valued clients the policy can be extended to cover riot and strike damage, malicious damage, atmospheric disturbance, earthquake (fire and shock), explosion, impact damage, aircraft damage etc. 


Home Insurance Plan    

To live in one’s own home is cherished by every one of us. In these tough times, it is very hard to retain a house, which is exposed to several risks such as riot and strike damage, malicious damage, atmospheric disturbance, earthquake (fire and shock), explosion, impact damage and aircraft damage. The United Insurance provides a policy to cover the interest of homeowners. The plan provides coverage on building as well as contents against the risks the property may be exposed to. The coverage for buildings includes the risks of fire and all dry/wet perils. Contents (including jewellery and cash) are similarly covered including the risks of burglary and dacoity. 


Besides material damage, UIC’s Home Insurance also provides for loss or rent, legal liability to public and domestic servants. 


Hotel Owner All Risk    

As the name of policy signifies, it is specially designed to cater to all the insurance needs of a hotel owner. This policy has been adapted from the wording prevalent in international markets, as such coverage provided by it meets the requirements of management agreements, which owners usually enter with international chains of hotels. This policy is divided into 8 sections covering fire and supplemental Perils Insurance. Business interruption following Fire and Supplemental Perils, Comprehensive Plate Glass Insurance, Boiler and Machinery Breakdown Insurance, Business Interruption following Machinery Breakdown, Comprehensive General Liability, Comprehensive 3D Bond Insurance and Workmen's Compensation Insurance. 

Terrorism Cover    

We live in an altogether different world after September 11, 2001. Post 9/11 scenario resulted in removal of terrorism cover globally, leaving the insured and the insurer at a difficult juncture. We, at The United Insurance Company of Pakistan Ltd. created niche for our valued clients by designing a policy exclusively for the risk of Terrorism. This policy is issued in conjunction with Fire and Allied Perils Policy protecting the interest of insured up to a specified limit. 

Business insurance

Generally when you seek to take out Business Insurance you will build a tailor made policy including all of the aspects that are of relevance to your business and the work that you carry out. A case study example is below

Mr smith runs a small joinery business and has his own workshop, he employs 2 other people to assist him. He wants to know about the types of Business Insurance available to suit his business needs so he obtains a quotation where he may be asked:

The category which best describes his business - Construction/Building trade
The exact occupation within this trade - Joiner
Does he have a secondary trade or occupation that he needs cover for - In this case no but if he was also to implement or fit his products in the homes of his customers he would need a different package to include this.
Where exactly the business is located - address can be a factor that effects the premium
What type of business is being run - Mr smith is a Sole Proprietor but he could for example be a partnership or a limited company
What sort of premise does the business work from - As stated Mr smith has a dedicated workshop but he could work from home