Will Any Insurer Be Prepared To Cover Your Household Goods Over The Christmas Period?
It’s almost holiday time and in a few weeks millions of South Africans will be off on their annual migration to different parts for our country for a...
4 things to consider when buying home insurance
Home is where the heart is, and while you cannot always protect your heart, you can protect yourself from disaster by insuring your home and its contents. But...
Are you underinsured? Here are the dangers
To find that your claim is rejected or underpaid can come as a nasty shock. However, this can be avoided – if you make sure your assets are...
Someone crashed into your house – who pays?
Someone crashed into your house. Now what? Besides the trauma, a “dent” in your house can leave a dent in your pocket too. But knowing who is responsible...
Is your child adequately insured on campus?
When children leave for university, they take their gadgets, bicycles, cars, clothes, and jewellery with them. But we all know that campuses are not always safe, and anything...
Can flatmates share insurance?
You and your flatmate are already sharing a space and certain belongings – so why not share insurance as well? But according to Marius Steyn, personal lines underwriting...
Home insurance: How do I avoid being underinsured?
Underinsurance is very common in South Africa, but you can ensure that you are not part of the statitistics. Ensuring that you are covered in the event of...
Do you need an alarm to buy home insurance?
Installing a burglar alarm can have many benefits. But how much impact does it have on your home insurance? Many insurance buyers believe that installing a security system...
How much you spend on your insurance depends on your goals
A survey by Statistics South Africa shows that South Africans spend 8.9 percent of their monthly expenditure on insurance. However, there are still people who overspend on their...
What does your home insurance cover and do you really need it?
Insurance, regardless of the type, is often seen as a grudge expense, until you need it. Whether it be vehicle insurance or home insurance, these are products that...