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Mortgage Protection explained.

A guide for anyone buying a home.

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If you’re in the middle of buying a home, you already know how much information is thrown at you. Banks, solicitors, paperwork, deadlines… it’s a lot. 
Amid all of that, you’ll almost always hear this term: 

“Mortgage Protection.” 

And usually, it’s mentioned in a way that makes it sound urgent, important and a little bit mysterious but rarely explained properly. 

This guide breaks it down in everyday language, so you understand exactly what Mortgage Protection is, why you need it, and how it works, without the stress or confusion. 

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So, What Exactly Is Mortgage Protection?

Mortgage Protection is a type of life insurance designed specifically for people who have a mortgage.

If you were to pass away before your mortgage is fully paid off, the policy steps in and pays off the remaining balance.

This means:

  • Your partner or family won’t have to take on the debt
  • Your home stays secure
  • Your mortgage doesn’t become a financial burden for someone else

It’s a safety net designed to protect the home you’ve worked so hard for.

Here's what included with laya life


Choosing a policy isn’t just about ticking a box.

Here’s what’s included with Laya Life:


  • Single or Dual Cover
    You can cover just yourself or both people named on the mortgage.

  • Immediate Cover Once Approved
    Many buyers are under deadline pressure. Your cover starts straight away once approved.

How is my premium calculated?

Your monthly cost depends on:

  • The amount you’re borrowing
  • Your age
  • Whether you smoke
  • Your health and lifestyle
  • The length of your mortgage
  • Whether you choose single or dual cover

With laya life, cover starts from €9* a month.

How to Decide What You Need

Here are a few simple questions to guide you:

  • Are you buying a home?
  • Are you switching mortgages?
  • Are you sharing the mortgage with someone?
  • Would someone struggle to pay the mortgage without you?
  • Are you working to a tight bank deadline?

If any of these apply, Mortgage Protection is the policy you need. If you want to protect your family’s broader financial future, you may want to add Life Insurance too, but they are not the same thing.

It Doesn’t Have to Be Stressful 

Most people encounter Mortgage Protection during one of the busiest periods of their life.

That’s why, at laya life, everything is designed to make the process as fast and straightforward as possible. 

You can get a personalised quote in minutes, compare your options, and take your time deciding  without appointments, pressure, or confusion. 

 

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*Includes 10% online discount. Based on a €100k policy over 20 years for a 25 year old non-smoker.