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❓ Question: If you already have Life, Critical Illness (CI) and Health Insurances (LIVE), do you still need a Personal Accident (PA) policy? Isn’t LIVE enough? You can also watch it here, to know the answer: 👇  ✅ Answer: That’s a great question — and one that reveals a common misunderstanding about insurance coverage. While LIVE (Life, Critical Illness, and Health Insurance) plans are crucial for comprehensive protection, they do not cover all accidental outcomes  — especially partial disabilities or injuries . This is exactly where a Personal Accident (PA) plan becomes essential. Let’s explore why: 🔍 1. PA Covers What LIVE Doesn’t: PA insurance offers specific payouts for accidental injuries and losses , many of which would not be claimable under traditional LIVE policies. For example, loss of sight in one eye due to an accident is payable under a PA policy . But under life insurance, the Total Permanent Disability (TPD) benefit only pays if there is perman...

How Insurance Can Mislead You Into Expecting Financial Returns You May Never Get You can watch it in the YouTube video below to get the info being shared in this blog: Is Insurance an Investment? The Truth You Need to Know Insurance is a crucial financial tool, but is it an investment? The short answer—No, it’s not! However, many people believe otherwise due to how some policies are marketed. In this article, we’ll break down why insurance is not an investment, examine different insurance plans, and discuss whether Investment-Linked Plans (ILPs) are truly beneficial. Understanding Insurance: Protection, Not Profit Insurance is designed to manage risk, not to grow wealth. When you purchase an insurance policy, you pay a premium, and in return, the insurance company promises financial coverage in case of an accident, illness, or death. Insurance is meant to serve as a financial safety net. If you don’t make a claim, that’s actually a good thing—it means nothing bad happened. However, if ...

Simple Steps To Never Worry About Money Again: Your Essential Financial Guide in Malaysia You can watch it in YouTube video, the summary of the blog in the form of conversation, where the audio is created using Google’s NotebookLM instead of reading the blog: Blog Starts Here: Worrying about money is a common stressor, and in Malaysia's current economic climate, it's understandable to feel anxious about finances. However, achieving financial peace of mind isn't about magically acquiring a fortune overnight. It's about building sustainable habits and making smart decisions with your ringgit. This guide outlines simple yet powerful steps you can take to gain control of your finances and build a secure financial future in Malaysia. 1. Spend Less Than You Earn: The Foundation of Financial Freedom This might seem obvious, but it’s the cornerstone of sound financial management. If you consistently spend more than you bring in, you'll perpetually be in a financial hole. He...

An insurance cum investment product can be valuable for insurance coverage but not as an investment! You can watch it in YouTube video, the summary of the blog in the form of conversation (podcast) where the audio is created using Google’s NotebookLM instead of reading the blog: Blog starts here: Exploring  financial planning , I often think about a common mistake. Many believe insurance-cum- investment  products are the key to financial success. These products, called ‘two-in-one’ solutions, aim to cover both insurance and  investment  needs. However, they might not serve either purpose well. Let's look into these bundled products and why choosing separate insurance and  investment  might be smarter. Key Takeaways Insurance-cum-investment products like  ULIPs  and  Endowment Plans  may not be the optimal choice for both insurance coverage and  investment returns . The purpose of  life insurance  is to provide financial pr...