A year on from the start of the pandemic and COVID-19 is still driving demand for life insurance. Over the course of the last year, the pandemic has caused many to re-evaluate their finances as they realise that the unexpected can, and does, happen. People have realised that they need to prioritise the financial wellbeing […]
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Read the latest Life Insurance articles, insights, news and expert advice from the leading life insurance & life protection services broker within the UAE.
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Feb
Feb
After almost four months of the BOD-49 regulation, some are projecting that the changes will lead to a reduced uptake of life insurance products and other financial services, particularly amongst the expat population in the UAE. Some Background – BOD-49 and Commissions. The BOD-49 regulations – which were introduced on October 16th– are an attempt […]
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Jan
Jan
It’s the new year and a fantastic time to get your financial priorities in order. But which financial decision should you prioritise? Well, after the COVID-19 pandemic, it should be obvious why everyone with financial dependents needs life insurance – the unexpected can, and does, happen. Life insurance provides a financial safety net for the […]
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Dec
Dec
In the UAE, life insurance penetration has been relatively low. This lack of uptake is no doubt due to the primary demographic of the population – expats. Most of the expats that make up the UAE’s workforce are young and therefore feel like life insurance is not something that they need. But in the UAE, […]
06
Oct
Oct
The life insurance sector in the UAE has an extraordinary growth rate (10% a year) and many competing insurers which means great deals for consumers in the UAE. But understanding life insurance in the UAE can be hard. So, how do you get the right deal for you? We’ve made guides before, but in this […]
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Sep
Sep
When we think about life insurance, we don’t immediately think how it can help save for retirement. In reality, however, life insurance can really contribute to a retirement plan. This is especially important for UAE residents, the majority of which are expats and have to return to their home countries for retirement. Obviously, shrewd saving […]
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Sep
Sep
The burden of looking after a family can often seem enormous. Not only must you consider their general wellbeing, but also their financial wellbeing. How can you ensure that you will always be able to provide for them, including their financial futures? At IAE, we believe that one of the best ways to do this […]
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Aug
Aug
Many recognise having a life insurance policy as an essential, ensuring the financial security of your family in case the worst should happen. Of these people there are a huge amount that neglect the importance of critical illness cover. But, when taking out a life insurance policy, critical illness cover really shouldn’t be forgotten about. […]
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Aug
Aug
How to Adapt to Working Online During – and after – the Coronavirus Pandemic. During the Coronavirus Pandemic, everyone has had to face the reality of adapting to managing their finances online. Even insurance policies have adapted so that they are more suited to an online setting. Electronic Insurance Accounts have made it easier to […]
05
Aug
Aug
As a result of COVID-19, many UAE residents are thinking about their life insurance and critical illness policies. There’s no surprise here. After all, the cost of living is expensive in the UAE and financial security has become a concern for many residents during the uncertain time of the pandemic. Are Insurers Still Accepting Applications […]