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Income Protection in Melbourne

Income Protection provides up to 70% of the policyholder’s income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury.

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ABOUT INCOME PROTECTION

Income Protection

Provides financial support if you are unable to work due to injury or illness.

Helps cover your living expenses such as mortgage payments, bills, and daily expenses.

Can cover up to 70% of your regular income.

Can be tailored to suit your occupation and income level.

Which Income Protection Companies Should You Actually Consider?

Income protection is offered by a wide range of Australian insurers including TAL, AIA, Zurich, MLC, and Medibank — but the right company for you isn't necessarily the biggest name. Policies differ significantly in how they define "unable to work," what waiting periods apply, and how long benefits are paid.

A broker like Finsol compares options across Australia's leading providers independently, without being tied to one insurer. That means you get a recommendation based on your occupation, income, and health profile — not on whoever pays the highest commission.

What Is Insurance for Income Protection and Do You Actually Need It?

Insurance for income protection replaces up to 70% of your income if illness or injury stops you from working. Unlike health insurance or life cover, it's designed to keep your household financially stable for months or even years while you recover. For anyone without significant savings or sick leave — especially sole traders and self-employed Australians — it fills a critical gap. It's also one of the few insurance products where premiums are generally tax deductible, making it one of the most cost-effective ways to protect your financial future.

Does a Salary Protection Insurance Policy Cover More Than Just Illness?

Salary protection insurance — another term for income protection — covers you when injury or illness stops you from working, paying a monthly benefit of up to 70% of your pre-tax income. What it doesn't cover is redundancy or job loss. The key variables to compare between policies are the waiting period before payments begin, how long the benefit pays out, and how broadly your insurer defines "unable to work." Getting these details right before you buy is exactly where an independent broker adds the most value.

How Does Income Protection Insurance Australia Actually Work?

Income protection insurance in Australia pays a regular monthly benefit — typically up to 70% of your pre-tax income — if illness or injury stops you from working. You can tailor your policy by choosing your waiting period, benefit period, and cover amount. Premiums outside of super are generally tax deductible, making it one of the most practical personal insurance products available. With dozens of Australian insurers offering different policy structures, working with an independent broker like Finsol ensures you get cover that genuinely fits your income, occupation, and financial obligations.

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Frequently asked questions about income Protection

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These provide different forms of financial support. TPD has a permanent-disability test. Sick leave and savings are finite resources. WorkCover relates to eligible work-related illness or injury. Income protection responds to eligible inability to work due to illness or injury, subject to policy terms. These differences do not establish whether someone needs income protection; that requires consideration of their circumstances.
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Some policies cover eligible time away from work caused by a mental health condition. Others may have exclusions, restrictions or different benefit limits. A diagnosis alone does not establish a claim; you must meet the disability definition and other requirements. We can check your policy wording, schedule and any exclusions rather than assuming all cover works the same way.
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It replaces part of your income, not necessarily your full salary. The amount depends on the product, insured monthly benefit, income assessment and applicable limits or offsets. Different payment stages may also apply. We can explain the amount you are insured for and how a claim would be calculated under your specific policy.
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The waiting period is the qualifying time before benefits become payable, subject to the policy’s disability requirements. Payments may then be made in arrears, so your first payment can arrive later. The benefit period is how long eligible payments can continue. Neither should be confused with a guarantee that every claim pays for the maximum period.
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The benefit period limits how long eligible income protection payments can continue. Longer periods can support qualifying claims for longer and generally cost more. Shorter periods can have lower premiums but end sooner, even if the person remains unable to work. Finsol can explain the available terms without recommending which benefit period an individual should select.
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Cover may be available, depending on the product’s work hours, occupation, employment history and income requirements. Self-employed applicants may need business financials and tax records; business turnover is not the same as insurable personal income. Casual and contract eligibility varies. Finsol can explain product eligibility and application requirements; acceptance is decided by the insurer.
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They may, depending on your policy. Income protection can contain offsets for workers compensation, other insurance benefits or certain leave payments. Different policies treat these amounts differently. Tell the insurer about other payments and check the calculation. Receiving WorkCover does not automatically mean you cannot claim income protection, but it can affect the amount payable.

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Disclaimer: The information provided here is general only and does not consider your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before you decide to purchase a product, it’s important to read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement (PDS).

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