Boost your financial health for better wellbeing

Why do you need adequate financial protection?

Life is filled with uncertainties and risks, and life insurance can support you and your family against unforeseen situations. It gives you and your dependants the much-needed financial protection against the financial loss that can happen after your death or the family funds needed if you encountered a total and permanent disability. Having a well-planned financial plan with life insurance can also work as a financial pillar in emergencies, support against healthcare costs as you age and even supplement your retirement income when you are no longer in employment.

How much insurance protection does one need?

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), in conjunction with the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS), Association of Financial Advisers (Singapore) (AFAS) and Life Insurance Association (LIA), has launched a Basic Financial Planning Guide as basic financial guidance to help Singaporeans take steps to enhance their financial welling. This Guide serves to recommend protection coverage levels, together with investments and savings tips for six consumer archetypes, such as fresh entrants to the workforce, working adults with young children, working adults supporting aged parents and those approaching retirement.

Here are a few rules of thumb to guide Singaporeans in taking proactive steps to build a holistic financial plan, namely emergency funds, insurance protection, investment, retirement planning and legacy planning;

• Set aside at least 3 to 6 months’ of expenses for emergency needs;
• Obtain insurance protection of 9 times annual income for death and total and permanent disability;
• Ensure 4 times annual income to cover critical illness and recovery;
• Spend at most 15% of take-home pay on pure insurance protection which can also be customised to suit your needs, budget and preferences; and
• Invest at least 10% of take-home pay for your near- and long-term financial goals.

Should you find that your circumstances have changed and would like to check if your current insurance policies continue to suit your needs, please reach out to your Great Eastern Financial Representative and let us personalise a financial planning consultation for you.