{"id":36914,"date":"2026-04-28T08:42:06","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T12:42:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/?p=36914"},"modified":"2026-04-28T10:37:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T14:37:35","slug":"what-is-creditor-insurance-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/advice-learning\/creditor-insurance\/what-is-creditor-insurance-canada","title":{"rendered":"What is Creditor Insurance and Do I Need It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-template-selector templateSelector template__article articleSingle\" data-template=\"article\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__container tabListStickyWrapper is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__container__hero is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__container__hero__inner is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<span class=\"rbc-yoast-breadcrum-span\"><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__featuredImage__group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__title__group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h1 class=\"wp-block-post-title\">What is Creditor Insurance and Do I Need It?<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__date__group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-04-28T12:44:00.888Z\">April 28, 2026<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<span class=\"wp-block-rbc-html-element articleSingle__readTime\">10 Min Read<\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__author__group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/Sandy-Yong.webp?quality=80&w=633\" alt=\"Sandy Yong\">\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__author__details is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<span class=\"wp-block-rbc-html-element articleSingle__author__name\">Sandy Yong<\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"wp-block-rbc-html-element articleSingle__author__designation\">Insurance Writer<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"articleSingle__featuredImage wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_2714718459_edit.webp?quality=80&amp;w=1024\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"What is creditor insurance and do I need it?\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_2714718459_edit.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_2714718459_edit.webp?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_2714718459_edit.webp?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/06\/shutterstock_2714718459_edit.webp?resize=420,280 420w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__container__main is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group articleSingle__container__page__nav is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\t\t<div class=\"socials-block\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"socials-block-title\">\n\t\t\tShare this article\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"social-links mob-mar-b-hlf mob-mar-t-hlf\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"social-button-wrapper sharing-custom sharing-email\" href=\"mailto:?subject=What is Creditor Insurance and Do I Need It? 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But what happens if an unexpected illness, job loss, or other life event makes it hard to keep up with those payments?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where creditor insurance comes in. Designed to help cover your loan or credit obligations during difficult times, it can offer a layer of financial protection when you may need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we break down what is creditor insurance, discuss the pros and cons of loan insurance, and the types of creditor protection available in Canada. That way, you can decide with confidence whether creditor insurance makes sense for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-callout-card calloutCard calloutCard__article\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading calloutCard__article__heading\" id=\"h-key-takeaways\">Key takeaways<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Creditor insurance (or loan insurance) can help cover your debt or loan payments if you experience a disability, critical illness, job loss, or death.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Benefits are typically paid directly to your lender, helping reduce or cover your mortgage, credit card balances, or loan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>It\u2019s optional coverage that\u2019s often easy to apply for, with limited medical questions and coverage that can begin quickly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>It may be worth exploring if you carry significant debt, such as a mortgage, or if others rely on your income.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Review your existing coverage and savings first to see how creditor insurance could complement your financial safety net.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-creditor-insurance-in-canada\">Understanding creditor insurance in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Creditor insurance is optional coverage designed to help pay down your debt if something unexpected affects your ability to earn an income. You might also hear it called mortgage insurance, creditor protection, or balance protection insurance, and it can be beneficial for anyone carrying debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the coverage, creditor insurance can step in if your income is disrupted by a covered disability, critical illness, job loss, or death. Instead of paying you directly, the benefit usually goes straight to your lender to help cover or reduce what you owe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can apply to a range of borrowing, including mortgages, personal loans, lines of credit, and even credit cards. It\u2019s often offered when you first take on credit, but you may be able to add it later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few different types of creditor insurance, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Mortgage protection insurance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Loan and line of credit protection insurance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Credit card balance protection insurance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a mortgage, loan, line of credit, or credit card with RBC, you may have the option to add coverage that helps protect your payments and ease financial pressure during tough times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-creditor-insurance-work\">How does creditor insurance work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you make a claim, any benefit is generally paid directly to your lender \u2014 not to you or your family. The goal is to reduce or cover your outstanding balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How the benefit is paid depends on the type of claim:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>A lump-sum payment<\/strong> may be made in the event of death, or in some cases, a covered critical illness.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Ongoing payments<\/strong> may be made for a set period if you\u2019re unable to work due to a disability or job loss.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you have a mortgage balance of $200,000 and pass away, the insurer would pay that amount directly to your lender. Your family or estate wouldn\u2019t receive the payout, but the debt would be reduced or eliminated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key feature is that coverage usually decreases over time. As you pay down your debt, the amount of insurance follows that balance rather than staying the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creditor-insurance-vs-life-insurance\">Creditor insurance vs life insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Creditor insurance and life insurance can both help protect you financially \u2014 but they work in very different ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a side-by-side look:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-tables basicTables\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table basicTable\"><div class=\"basicTable__sliderNav\" role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table navigation\"><div class=\"basicTable__navArrow basicTable__prevArrow\" aria-label=\"Previous\"><\/div><div class=\"basicTable__sliderDots\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Table pagination\"><\/div><div class=\"basicTable__navArrow basicTable__nextArrow\" aria-label=\"Next\"><\/div><\/div><table class=\"basicTable__table\" role=\"table\" aria-label=\"Comparison table\">\n<thead class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-head basicTableHead\" role=\"rowgroup\" aria-label=\"Table head\">\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<th class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-header basicTableHeader\" role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-term\">Term<\/h4>\n<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-header basicTableHeader\" role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-creditor-insurance\"><strong>Creditor insurance<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/th>\n\n\n\n<th class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-header basicTableHeader\" role=\"columnheader\" scope=\"col\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-life-insurance\"><strong>Life insurance<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\n\n<tbody class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-body basicTableBody\" role=\"rowgroup\" aria-label=\"Table body\">\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Beneficiary<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Lender (e.g. bank)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Loved one (e.g. family member)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Payout<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Paid directly to the lender to reduce your debt.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Tax free issued to your beneficiaries.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Coverage amount<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Declines as you pay off your loan balance.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Fixed amount.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Portability<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Tied to a specific loan and isn\u2019t portable.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Fully portable.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Premium costs<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>You pay fixed premiums, but your coverage reduces over time.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Set premiums for a predetermined coverage amount.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Medical underwriting<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Generally, completed after a claim.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Completed before the approval.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong>Flexibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Low flexibility, as it\u2019s meant to pay off debt obligations.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>High flexibility, because you can choose how you use the payout.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n\n\n<tr class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-row basicTableRow\" role=\"row\">\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p><strong><strong>Approval process<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>Very simple, with few or no initial medical questions.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n\n\n\n<td class=\"wp-block-rbc-basic-table-data basicTableData\" role=\"cell\" aria-label=\"Table cell\">\n<p>More thorough, as it requires medical and financial underwriting..<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest difference comes down to <strong>who receives the payout and how it\u2019s used<\/strong>. With creditor insurance, the money goes straight to your lender to help cover what you owe. With life insurance, your beneficiaries receive the funds and can decide how to use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key distinction is <strong>how coverage changes over time<\/strong>. Creditor insurance typically decreases as your debt goes down, while life insurance coverage stays the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creditor insurance is also <strong>tied to a specific loan<\/strong>. If you refinance or switch lenders, your coverage may not follow you. Life insurance, on the other hand, stays with you regardless of your debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/advice-learning\/creditor-insurance\/mortgage-protection-insurance-vs-life-insurance\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-5db4b0e6\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Mortgage Protection Insurance vs Life Insurance: What\u2019s the Difference?\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Mortgage Protection Insurance vs Life Insurance: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-and-cons-of-creditor-insurance\">Pros and cons of creditor insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like any financial product, creditor insurance comes with benefits and trade-offs. Here\u2019s a closer look at the potential advantages and disadvantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Advantages of creditor insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Simple approval:<\/strong> In many cases, there\u2019s no medical exam required and only a few health questions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Quick coverage:<\/strong> Coverage can often begin shortly after you\u2019re approved.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Convenient premiums:<\/strong> Premiums are typically built into your loan payments, so you don\u2019t have to worry about juggling separate bills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Peace of mind: <\/strong>It can help reduce financial stress by helping to ensure your debt is covered if something unexpected affects your income.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Disadvantages of creditor insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Limited flexibility: <\/strong>Coverage is tied to a specific loan and can\u2019t easily be adjusted as your needs change.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Payout goes to the lender, <\/strong>not to you, your family, or beneficiaries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Declining coverage over time:<\/strong> As your loan balance decreases, so does the coverage amount.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Higher cost per dollar of coverage:<\/strong> Compared to options like term life insurance, creditor insurance may be more expensive for the amount of coverage you receive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>Lack of portability: <\/strong>Coverage is generally tied to your loan and may end if you refinance, switch lenders, or pay off the debt.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-should-consider-creditor-insurance\">Who should consider creditor insurance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether creditor insurance makes sense depends on your financial situation, existing coverage, and risk tolerance. It may be worth exploring if any of the following apply to you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You have a health condition<\/strong> that might make it harder to qualify for traditional insurance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You\u2019re looking for simple, short-term coverage<\/strong> tied to a specific loan or mortgage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You don\u2019t have dependents<\/strong> but want to make sure your debt is covered.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You\u2019re <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/advice-learning\/creditor-insurance\/is-mortgage-protection-insurance-worth-it\/\"><strong>taking on a mortgage<\/strong><\/a><strong> or loan<\/strong> and want added protection for your payments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You\u2019re the primary earner<\/strong> and your household relies on your income.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You\u2019re self-employed<\/strong> and don\u2019t have access to workplace benefits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You have limited savings<\/strong>, such as a small emergency fund.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>You want coverage quickly<\/strong> or need something to fill a temporary gap.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-alternatives-to-creditor-insurance\">Alternatives to creditor insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Creditor insurance isn\u2019t the only way to protect yourself financially. Depending on your needs, there are options that may offer more flexibility or broader coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Term life insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/advice-learning\/life-insurance\/what-is-term-life-insurance-2\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-22c45651\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Term life insurance\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Term life insurance<\/a> provides coverage for a set period of time (e.g., 10, 20, or 30 years). If you pass away during that term, your beneficiaries receive a tax-free, lump-sum payment that can be used however they choose, including paying off debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the payout goes directly to your beneficiaries, not a lender, term life insurance offers more flexibility. It may be worth exploring if you have dependents, want predictable, long-term coverage, or are looking for a cost-effective way to protect your family financially.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Critical illness insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/advice-learning\/health-insurance\/what-is-critical-illness-insurance\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-2f1fd629\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Critical illness insurance\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Critical illness insurance<\/a> provides a tax-free lump-sum benefit if you\u2019re diagnosed with a covered condition, such as cancer, a heart attack, or a stroke. Unlike creditor insurance, the benefit is paid directly <em>to you<\/em>, so you can decide how to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of coverage may help with expenses like medical costs, household bills, childcare, or time off from work. It may be worth considering if you are the primary earner, are self-employed, have dependents, or are employed in high-stress occupations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Disability insurance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/en-ca\/health-insurance\/disability-insurance\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-9c03af7f\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Disability insurance\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Disability insurance<\/a> helps protect your income in case you can\u2019t work because of injury or illness. Instead of paying off a specific debt, it helps replace a portion of your income so you can continue paying for everyday expenses, including loan or mortgage payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may be a good fit for those who rely on their income to meet financial obligations, particularly self-employed individuals or those without workplace benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Build an emergency fund<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An emergency fund is money set aside in a bank account to pay for unexpected expenses, such as urgent repairs or job loss. The general guideline is to save three to six months&#8217; worth of living expenses. While building an emergency fund takes time, it can provide a cash cushion cover surprise expenses and reduce reliance on certain types of creditor insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-creditor-insurance-right-for-you\">Is creditor insurance right for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer. Whether creditor insurance makes sense depends on your financial situation, your goals, how much debt you carry, and what coverage you already have in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A helpful way to think about it is this: if your income suddenly stopped, what would happen next? Would you be able to keep up with your mortgage, loan, or credit card payments \u2014 or would it put pressure on your finances or the people who rely on you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have credit products with RBC, there may be options that can help protect those payments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>A loan or line of credit. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/loans-line-of-credit\/loanprotector-insurance.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-14faea29\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"LoanProtector Insurance\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">LoanProtector Insurance<\/a> can help cover eligible payments for big purchases, such as a home renovation, a new car, or a family vacation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>A mortgage with RBC<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/mortgages\/homeprotector-mortgage-insurance.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-43fa5613\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"HomeProtector Insurance\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">HomeProtector Insurance<\/a> is designed to help manage your mortgage payments if you become ill, injured, or pass away.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><strong>A credit card with RBC<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/credit-cards\/campaign\/balanceprotector\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-7f1c1883\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"BalanceProtecter Max\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">BalanceProtecter Max<\/a> can help reduce or cover your credit card balance if you carry one.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking a closer look at your savings, existing insurance, and monthly obligations can help you decide whether this type of coverage fits into your overall financial plan. If you\u2019re unsure, speaking with a licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcinsurance.com\/request-a-call\/personal-insurance\/contact-us\/index.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-CreditorInsurance-36914-ba240023\" data-dig-category=\"LP-CreditorInsurance\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"RBC Insurance advisor\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">RBC Insurance advisor<\/a> can be a good next step. They can walk you through your options and help you understand how different types of coverage compare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-default-collapsible\"><p><button class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#collapse2de7ba0a\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse2de7ba0a\" data-dig-id=\"LP-10384-2de7ba0a\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"accordion closed\" action-closed=\"accordion closed\" action-opened=\"accordion open\" data-dig-label=\"Things Our Lawyers Want You to Know\"><div>Things Our Lawyers Want You to Know<\/div><\/button><\/p><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"collapse2de7ba0a\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-collapsible-inner-block collapse-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-text-sm-font-size\">*Home and auto insurance products are distributed by RBC Insurance Agency Ltd. and underwritten by Aviva General Insurance Company. In Quebec, RBC Insurance Agency Ltd. Is registered as a damage insurance agency. As a result of government-run auto insurance plans, auto insurance is not available through RBC Insurance in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and British Columbia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-sm-font-size\">This article is intended as general information only and is not to be relied upon as constituting legal, financial or other professional advice. A professional advisor should be consulted regarding your specific situation. Information presented is believed to be factual and up-to-date but we do not guarantee its accuracy and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. All expressions of opinion reflect the judgment of the authors as of the date of publication and are subject to change. 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