How to buy the right critical illness cover

Buying critical illness cover can be a minefield. We offer seven tips to make the process easier. • Don't just go for the cheapest plan - in most cases you will get what you pay for. Comparison sites may offer you a so-called 'best buy' table but they will rarely show you the 'best for you' option. The cheapest plan on the table will most often be the policy stripped down to the essentials, which is why it is so cheap. While this may be right for you, in most instances just a few pounds more will get you a whole host of other benefits that will save you money in the long run. • ...