The Property Couch
The Property Couch
Ben Kingsley, Opti & The Couch Crew
What Happens If Your Income Stops? | FUNdamental Fridays
10 minutes Posted Oct 22, 2026 at 8:00 pm.
Why insurance can't always wait
Introduction to the insurance myth
The "I'll get around to it later" mindset
Real stories of insurance regrets
What happens when income suddenly stops?
Understanding income protection
The backup plan most people overlook
Why you should review your cover today
Major life events and insurance timing
Is insurance really too expensive?
Insurance through advisers, super and direct providers
Why super insurance may not be enough
Australia's underinsurance problem
Industry changes and fewer advisers
Why professional advice matters
Pre-Purchase podcast update
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Most people don't avoid insurance because they think it's bad. They avoid it because they'll "get around to it later." In this episode of Friday Fundamentals, Shane sits down with insurance specialist Don Glendinning to bust some of the biggest myths surrounding life insurance, income protection and personal cover. They unpack why so many Australians delay getting insurance, what can happen when unexpected events strike, and why even basic cover can be better than having none at all. Whether ...