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Accidents and illnesses can occur at any time - but for skilled tradespeople, who frequently work in dangerous environments, they're more likely to occur than for other professionals. Whether it's working with power tools and machinery or at great heights, or around large, fast-moving vehicles or handling hazardous materials, the risk of injury and/or illness is ever-present. With this in mind, it's important for tradies to consider how they'd be able to afford their monthly outgoings, and, where applicable, support their family, in the event they became seriously injured or ill – and unable to work. In this post, we..

How will you earn an income if you're afflicted with an injury or illness that leaves you unable to work for an extended period? In this post, we look at income protection policies for sole traders and how they safeguard your income if you get hurt or sick.

Let's take a look at self-employed income protection and why you should take out this type of insurance policy if you're one of Australia's 2.2 million self-employed people.

There's a good reason doctors and other medical professions are among society's most revered and respected occupations. They heal, care for us, and help us navigate many of life's uncertainties. However, between working long hours and consistently making decisions that can literally mean the difference between life and death, a medical professional's job can be extremely stressful. According to The Medical Journal of Australia, research has shown that 32% of doctors in Australia have reported high levels of emotional exhaustion.   The nature of their job means that doctors are more prone to mental burnout, in addition to the increased risk of..