Protection series episode 1: The importance of insurance

In the first of a series dedicated to protection, Marc Shoffman and Joshua Gerstler discuss the different types of insurance and how it can help you and your family.

What is insurance and why do you need it?

Why you need life insurance?

How income protection can help you?

Is it worth taking out a critical illness policy?

Do you need to cover your life, income and illness?

About us

The In For A Penny podcast is produced and presented by freelance personal finance journalist Marc Shoffman and The Orchard Practice financial planner Joshua Gerstler.

Each episode aims to address the confusing concepts and challenges from the world of business, finance and wider society.

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