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Do I need mortgage protection insurance + what does it cost?
A guide for MP insurance newbies

In this mortgage protection insurance guide we’ll cover
What is mortgage protection insurance?
Mortgage protection insurance fine print
Not everyone needs mortgage protection insurance, but for most with a mortgage it's worth considering.
How much does mortgage protection cost?
| Insurer | Fidelity Life | AIA | Asteron Life | Chubb | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly premium | Monthly premium | $37.37 | $37.37 | $37.42 | $37.42 | $38.77 | $38.77 | $41.41 | $41.41 |
| Cashback | Cashback | $74.09 | $74.09 | $99.79 | $99.79 | $93.05 | $93.05 | $83.78 | $83.78 |
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