Is your home and contents insurance enough?
10 September
Your home is likely to be one of your biggest financial assets, and the belongings inside it can represent years of purchases, memories and accumulated value. Yet many homeowners may not know whether their home and contents insurance would actually...[Read More]
General Insurance: When did you last check what you’re really covered for?
3 September
Most of us are good at renewing our insurance. The email arrives, the premium is paid and another year of cover begins.But there is an important question worth asking:When was the last time you actually checked what your policy covers?General...[Read More]
The good, the bad and the ugly of general insurance
27 August
Insurance is one of those things most of us would rather not have to think about too often.We insure our homes, cars, businesses, equipment and other important assets, pay the premiums and hope we never need to make a claim.But when something goes...[Read More]
When the unexpected happens: Is your insurance ready?
20 August
It is 2:00am and your phone rings.There has been a fire at your business.Or perhaps a storm has torn through your home, a vehicle has been badly damaged, equipment has been stolen or a customer has made a significant claim against your...[Read More]
General insurance tips for farmers: three priorities and three common oversights
14 August
Farming is more than a business. It is often a family legacy, a home, a workplace and a collection of valuable assets built over generations. From machinery and sheds to livestock, crops and vehicles, a single fire, storm, accident or liability...[Read More]
Renovated your Home? It may be time to review your sum insured
6 August
A new kitchen, an additional bedroom or a major home upgrade can transform the way you live. Renovations can create more space, improve comfort and add considerable value to your property. However, once the builders have packed up and you are...[Read More]
Important questions to ask your general insurance broker or adviser
30 July
Due to the wide variety of general insurance policies, you can find a policy for each of your needs. However, the wide variety can also confuse, especially if you are a newbie in insurance matters. Luckily, you can get the guidance you need from...[Read More]
Cyber awareness, insurance and protection: Seven tips for small businesses
23 July
Small businesses rely on email, cloud platforms, online banking, customer databases and digital payments. This creates convenience, but also opportunities for criminals. A cyber incident can interrupt operations, expose confidential...[Read More]
Cyber awareness in everyday life: Five ways to avoid being scammed
16 July
Our everyday lives are increasingly managed online. We receive bills by email, banking alerts by text, delivery updates and payment requests through apps and websites. These services are convenient, but they also give scammers more opportunities to...[Read More]
The top 10 things small business owners often forget when getting started
16 July
Starting a small business is exciting. You may have a great idea, industry experience and the motivation to build something of your own. However, enthusiasm alone does not create a sustainable business. Many new business owners focus heavily on...[Read More]
General insurance: The top 7 things people often forget
16 July
General insurance is one of those things many people set up once, renew each year, and rarely think about again. The problem is that life changes, values change, risks change, and policies do not always keep up. Whether it is home and contents, car,...[Read More]
Retrofit rewards to usher in new era of fire-safe homes
16 July
Fire-resistant home upgrades have rocketed to the top of the to-do list for Jem Gay. Summer bushfires that tore through more than 4000 hectares and destroyed 50 buildings in Harcourt in central Victoria were too-close-for-comfort for the residents...[Read More]
Your insurance renewal has arrived: 7 conversations to have with your partner
9 July
When your general insurance renewal arrives, it can be tempting to simply check the premium, sigh at the increase, and pay it before the due date. But your renewal notice is more than just another bill. It is a timely reminder to sit down with your...[Read More]
Underinsurance: The risk you may not discover until claim time
2 July
Insurance is designed to help protect the assets and lifestyle you have worked hard to build. However, having an insurance policy does not automatically mean the amount of cover is adequate. Underinsurance occurs when the sum insured is lower than...[Read More]
A new financial year is the right time to review your insurance
25 June
The start of a new financial year is often associated with tax returns, business planning and fresh financial goals. It is also an ideal time to review your general insurance and check whether the sums insured still reflect the true value of your...[Read More]