Life Insurance · Singapore

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Types of cover

Six kinds of protection, and what each is for

Not sure which fits? Describe what you want to protect, and a professional can help you narrow it down.

01

Term life insurance

Cover for a set number of years, usually the lowest cost for the amount.

02

Whole life insurance

Cover for life, with a cash value that builds over time, and a higher premium.

03

Endowment plans

Cover combined with savings over a set period. Check the guaranteed amounts.

04

Investment-linked plans

Part of the premium goes into funds, so the value can rise or fall.

05

Critical illness cover

A lump sum if you are diagnosed with a serious illness listed in the policy.

06

Group cover through work

Cover your employer provides, which usually ends when you leave.

What decides the price

Six things insurers look at

01

Your age

The older you are when you start, the more it usually costs.

02

Your health

Your medical history and any current conditions.

03

Smoking

Smokers usually pay noticeably more than non-smokers.

04

The amount and the term

How much the policy pays out and for how many years.

05

The type of policy

Term, whole life, endowment and investment-linked are priced very differently.

06

Riders and extras

Critical illness, disability and other add-ons increase the premium.

Before you buy

Six things to ask any insurance professional before you commit

01

Are you licensed?

Ask for the representative's details and check them on the MAS register.

02

What cover do I already have through work or the Home Protection Scheme?

And what would I add, and why?

03

Is this term or permanent, and why?

And what it would cost over the years.

04

What are the guaranteed and non-guaranteed figures?

And what would I get back if I stopped early?

05

Who will receive the payout?

And is the nomination set up correctly?

06

Can I cancel, and what will it cost?

The 14-day free-look period, and any charges after it.

Why Namoye

Built around trust, not pressure.

We connect you with one verified provider who understands what you need. No hard sell, and no obligation.

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  1. 01

    The right type for the job

    Term, whole life, endowment and investment-linked plans do different jobs. You hear which fits what you want to protect.

  2. 02

    What you may already have

    You may already have cover through work or the Home Protection Scheme. You hear how to check it, and what it does and doesn't include.

  3. 03

    No pressure to buy

    You get the options explained. Whether to buy, and from whom, is always your decision.

Good to Know

Questions about Namoye

What types of life insurance are there?

Term insurance covers you for a set number of years and is usually the cheapest for a given amount. Whole life covers you for life and builds a cash value, but costs more. Endowment plans combine cover with savings over a set period. Investment-linked plans put part of your premium into funds, and carry risk. Each is different, so ask for the cost and the benefits side by side.

How much cover do I need?

It depends on your debts, including your home loan, your family's living costs, how long they would need support, and what you already have. A representative can help you work out a sensible figure, and a financial planner can help with the wider picture.

What cover might I already have?

Many employers provide group life insurance, and CPF members buying an HDB flat with CPF are normally covered by the Home Protection Scheme for their loan. Check what you have, what it costs and what it excludes, before you buy more.

What are the different parts of cover?

Death cover pays if you die, total permanent disability cover pays if you can't work again, and critical illness cover pays on diagnosis of a listed serious illness. They are often sold together or as riders, and each costs extra. Ask exactly what is included and what it costs.

What affects the price?

Your age, health and medical history, whether you smoke, the amount, the length of the term and the type of policy. Starting earlier is usually cheaper.

Do I have to tell the insurer about my health?

You should answer honestly and completely. If you don't, an insurer may refuse a claim or cancel the policy. If you aren't sure whether something matters, ask the representative and tell the insurer.

Is a savings or investment plan a good idea?

It can suit some people, but charges, lock-in periods and surrender values matter a lot. If you stop early, you may get back much less than you paid. Ask for the guaranteed and non-guaranteed figures, the fees, and what you would get if you stopped in the first years.

Who gets the money?

The beneficiaries you name, or the people the policy's nomination rules provide for. A nomination can mean the money goes directly to them rather than through your estate. Ask the representative how to set it up and keep it up to date.

Can I change my mind after I buy?

Life insurance policies come with a 14-day free-look period when you can cancel and get a refund, subject to terms. Check what applies and read your policy documents.

What if something goes wrong with a claim?

Complain to the insurer first. If you're not happy with the answer, you can take it to the Financial Industry Disputes Resolution Centre, which helps resolve disputes between consumers and financial institutions at low cost.

What should I have ready?

Your age, whether you smoke, roughly how much you'd like to cover and for how long, what cover you have through work, and your postal code. If you don't have everything, send the request anyway.

Is Namoye an insurer or a broker?

No. Namoye is a free matching service. It doesn't sell insurance or give advice. Any quote or advice comes from the firm that contacts you.

Will several companies call me, and does it cost anything?

No to both. A verified professional contacts you, and Namoye is free for you.

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