Because Secure People Live Bigger Lives
Among the many anxieties of modern existence is a peculiar reluctance to address the practical dimensions of our love. We intuitively feel that to speak of money in the context of our deepest affections is to corrupt them; that to plan for a future without us is to be morbid or disloyal. And so, out of a misguided sense of delicacy, we fall into a profound and dangerous silence.
Yet, true kindness does not shy away from reality. The greatest proof of our love is not in avoiding difficult subjects but in having the courage to navigate them on behalf of those we cherish. The task of planning a will or an inheritance is, therefore, not a dreary administrative burden, but one of the most significant and meaningful acts of devotion we can undertake.
It is with this psychological fragility in mind that we have shaped a guide for these Bigger Conversations. Its purpose is to transform a daunting discussion into a moment of connection and wisdom—empowering us to create a clear and gentle plan that will protect and provide for our loved ones, long after we are no longer able to.
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At Unusual Risks, we specialise in navigating life's complex financial landscapes, recognising that every family is unique.
We understand that the most important conversations are ones that have both emotional and financial consequences, which is why discussions about life insurance, wills, and estate planning are often the most difficult to initiate. The fear of being misunderstood, the awkwardness of the topic, or simply not knowing where to begin can lead to a silence that leaves your future unguarded.
That’s why we’ve developed Bigger Conversations, a complimentary program designed to transform these daunting discussions into meaningful conversations, empowering you to create a clear plan that protects and provides for the people you love.
Conference Presentation PDF download
In June 2024, Drew Browne, Senior Financial Adviser to Unusual Risks Insured, a Sapience Financial brand, presented a paper at the annual Better Together Conference 2024 in Geelong Victoria, titled, 'What has sexuality got to do with a Life Insurance application? - How small business can respond to discrimination'.
- Attendees of the Better Together 2024 Conference can download a copy of our presentation with notes here.
- Any associated speaker notes will show up when you mouse over the top left corner of each image in the downloaded PDF.
A Bonus Download that might also be of interest
Unusual Risks Insured have also created a helpful financial guide for the LGBTQIA+ Community called:
- 'The Seven Financial Decisions Same-Sex Newlyweds Need to Make'
and your are welcome to download your copy below.
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