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Apr 2025
37m 48s

Ask an Adviser: This could save your lif...

Equity Mates Media
About this episode

Phil Thompson, financial adviser and founder of Skye Wealth, is back to help us get our heads around life insurance.


In today's episode we speak to Phil about:

  • Why so many Australians are under-insured (and how to figure out if you are)
  • The best ways to save money on premiums
  • The common mistakes he sees Australians make when getting insured
  • How Aussies living overseas can now access Australian insurance


If you would like to speak to Phil and his team, fill out the form on our website and we'll put you in touch.


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