Mortgage Protection Insurance – Make Sure Your Home Is Always Covered

Buying a home is one of the biggest commitments you’ll ever make. But what happens if you’re no longer around to pay the mortgage?

Mortgage Protection Insurance is a simple, affordable way to make sure your family can stay in the home, even if you’re not there to make the payments.

At Mortgage Knight, we make it easy to protect what matters most. Whether you’re buying your first home or remortgaging, we’ll help you find the right cover, matched to your mortgage, your budget, and your future plans.

Mortgage Protection Insurance

Types of Mortgage Protection We Offer

Decreasing Term Life Insurance

Decreasing Term Life Insurance

  • Pays off the mortgage balance if you die during the term.
  • The cover reduces in line with your mortgage.
  • Ideal for repayment mortgages.
  • Affordable option with fixed monthly premiums.
  • Level Term Life Insurance

    Level Term Life Insurance

  • Pays a fixed lump sum if you pass away.
  • Cover doesn’t reduce over time — ideal for interest-only mortgages or family support.
  • Can run alongside a decreasing mortgage policy.
  • Critical Illness Cover

    Critical Illness Cover

  • Pays a lump sum if you’re diagnosed with a serious illness (e.g. cancer, heart attack, stroke).
  • Helps cover your mortgage, treatment or time off work.
  • Why You Need Mortgage Protection

    • Ensures your family can keep the home if you pass away.
    • Clears the mortgage in full — no debt passed to loved ones.
    • Optional cover for serious illness or disability.
    • Peace of mind that your biggest asset is protected.

    Whether you’re single, married, with kids, or just starting out, if you have a mortgage, you need protection.

    Case Studies – Real-Life Clients

    Case Study 1: First-Time Buyers

    Emily and Luke bought their first home with a 30-year mortgage. We arranged a joint decreasing term life policy to match their mortgage, just £12/month for £250,000 of cover.

    Case Study 2: Critical Illness Support

    Ben, a contractor, added critical illness cover to his mortgage protection. Two years later, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. His policy paid out £150,000, clearing his mortgage while he recovered.

    Case Study 3: Single Mum with Interest-Only Mortgage

    Charlotte had an interest-only deal with no repayment vehicle in place. We arranged level term cover to protect the balance, giving her daughter the home outright if anything happened.

    Protect Your Mortgage. Protect Your Home.

    Don’t leave your biggest financial commitment unprotected. With the right Mortgage Protection Insurance, you’ll have peace of mind that your family — and your home — are safe.

    Contact Mortgage Knight today for free, friendly advice and a quote tailored to your mortgage and your life.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A: No, but lenders and brokers highly recommend it. Without cover, your family may struggle to keep the home if you die

    A: Decreasing term tracks your mortgage balance and is ideal for repayment mortgages. Level term stays fixed — useful for interest-only loans or leaving a lump sum.

    A: Yes. You can combine critical illness with mortgage life cover, giving you protection not only in death but also serious illness.

    A: We can review your policy and adjust your cover to suit the new mortgage amount or term. You don’t have to start from scratch.

    A: Absolutely. Your employment status doesn’t affect your eligibility — it’s your age, health and cover amount that insurers consider.

    A: Not at all. Many policies start from under £10 per month — we’ll compare the best options to find cover that fits your budget.