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Why do you need Insurance?

Individuals have to face many uncertainties in life. Insurance helps them as a shield that protects the financial interest in case of unseen circumstances.

February 10, 2015 / 12:11 IST
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Adhil ShettyBankBazaar.comThis is one question most people ask themselves; some find the right answers and some don’t. Insurance is a shield which protects the financial interests of you and your family in case of unseen and unpredicted circumstances. For example, anything that guarantees that your family will not have to pay the home mortgage if something happens to you, is insurance. No matter how efficient a planner you are, life is full of unforeseen events in which you might need cash; accident injuries, medical emergencies, car accident, home invasion, natural calamity, etc. Therefore, to make sure that you or your loved ones are prepared against such events you need insurance.Do you really need insurance?

Life Insurance?

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Yes, because you might be healthy today, but what happens if there is an accident or sudden medical emergency or worse, death? If you are the solo bread earner in your family, then you would definitely want to cover the mortgage payments, credit card bills, living expenses (rent, food and clothing), etc. Life insurance makes sure that your family does not have to run post to pillar to arrange for these expenses. Health or Medical Insurance?

Definitely, as you or any member of your family might develop a medical condition that will require immediate surgery or treatment, in which case you will need major amount of funds. Health insurance covers the expenses of such medical nature. In India, medical insurance provides for hospitalization, pre and post hospitalization care, surgery, medical bills and any other cost incurred. You can get a micro medical insurance for as little as INR 5,000 or a general medical insurance starting from INR 1 lakh.Personal Accident Insurance?