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Car insurance hikes are not inevitable

Motorists looking to save money should consider switching car insurance providers, it has been suggested.

Households using sheds as storage

Home insurance provider esure has warned against using sheds as extra storage space.

Woes for those rushing to Russia

Anyone heading to Russia for the Champions League final should check their insurance, it has been suggested.

No holiday for vacation Brits

The prevalence of mobile devices is making it increasingly hard for Britons to escape the office, it has been revealed.

Travel tips for gap year pros

Professionals heading abroad to recapture their motivation have been given insurance advice by American Express.

Home insurance can make May Day worry-free

May Day can be worry-free with proper home insurance, according to Cheshire Building Society.

Cheap home insurance may not be best

Price is not the only factor when arranging home insurance, it has been claimed.

Long-haul hols better value

European holidays may be worse value than long-haul trips, according to research from Post Office.

Insurance premiums may yet rise

The plateau recently observed in insurance premiums may not last, an expert advises.

Life insurance providers can tell if you smoke

There are ways in which life insurance providers can be certain if a customer is a non-smoker, it has been claimed.

HSBC latest to lose a disc

The latest disc of customer details to be lost has been announced by HSBC, it has emerged.

Get someone in this Easter

With Easter weekend upon the nation, Saga is warning British homeowners not to attempt DIY without adequate home insurance.

Female car insurance reflects safer drivers

Women drivers are safer, therefore female car insurance is cheaper, says Sheilas Wheels.

Budget 2008: What it means for your money

Following this weeks 2008 Budget announcement, consumers could find their finances affected in a number of different ways.

Animals cost car insurance companies

Vehicle incidents involving wild animals have a notable impact upon the car insurance industry, research indicates.

Norwich Union: It could happen to you

Britons should not operate on the assumption that they will not fall victim to a catastrophe, Norwich Union has warned.

ABI: Planning laws must recognise flooding risk

New calls from the home insurance industry are for the government to devise more stringent planning rules regarding the construction of homes in areas at risk of flooding.

Landlords should check home insurance

While rented property may be proving more lucrative for landlords, there are risks associated with the increase in value, it has been claimed.

Overseas drivers should check car insurance

It is important that motorists check what cover their car insurance provides while driving overseas, it has been claimed.

Car insurance crackdown helps to catch criminals

Rules to give the police access to details of uninsured vehicles are helping to fight crime, it has been claimed.

Boxing Day sees rise in home insurance claims

Yesterday (December 26th) may have resulted in a surge in the number of home insurance claims made, research indicates.

Norwich Union fined by FSA

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has fined Norwich Union for compromising the security of its life insurance customers.

Flood homes should be refused insurance

The Environment Agency has urged against providing insurance for homes built on flood plains.

Women worse at maintaining cars

Women are forgetting to carry out basic vehicle maintenance checks and may be risking their female car insurance.

Buying a safe may not lower home insurance costs

Purchasing a safe in which to store valuable items may not mean you pay less for home insurance, it was claimed this week.

Direct Line: Increase home insurance at Christmas

Among the excitement of buying gifts and stuffing the turkey, many Britons are risking their possessions and home insurance costs by leaving themselves vulnerable to theft.

Insurance for mortgages good if you have dependants

It can be good to protect mortgage repayments through life insurance if you have dependants, it is claimed.

Car insurance fronting hard to explain

It can be difficult to explain instances of car insurance fronting, according to the Financial Ombudsman Service.

Insurance fraud costs £1.6bn each year

The annual cost of insurance fraud is £1.6 billion, the Association of British Insurers asserts.

Insurance fraud costs £1.6bn each year

The annual cost of insurance fraud is £1.6 billion, the Association of British Insurers asserts.

Halifax: Dont do it yourself

Copying home improvements from shows such as DIY SOS causes £350 million of damage every year, Halifax warns.

Insurance industry going green

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has adopted a new environmentally friendly strategy, the industry body reveals.

Online car insurance cheaper and quicker

Buying car insurance online can prove cheaper and quicker than traditional vehicles for the product, it is suggested.

Travel insurance reminder follows baggage losses

Following an increase in luggage lost by airlines, the British Insurance Brokers Association (Biba) urges consumers to check their travel insurance.

Travel insurance reminder follows baggage losses

Following an increase in luggage lost by airlines, the British Insurance Brokers Association (Biba) urges consumers to check their travel insurance.

Consumers should compare car insurance

Motorists who compare car insurance policies from a number of providers could save money, it has been claimed.

ABI: £2bn home insurance payout for floods

Home insurance payouts could exceed £2 billion following recent flooding, according to the Association of British Insurers.

Standalone health insurance may be wise

Britons relocating overseas for an extended period should get a separate health insurance policy, it has been advised.

Firms highlighting travel insurance needs

A number of firms have stressed the need for adequate travel insurance recently.

Abbey: 5,000 flood victims lack contents insurance

A quarter of recently-flooded homes could have insufficient contents insurance, Abbey warns.

Home insurance could be denied to flood properties

Properties at high risk of flooding could be denied home insurance cover, it has emerged.

Travel insurance "vital" for gap year students in US

Direct Line stresses the importance of gap year students taking out travel insurance before heading to the US.

Holiday home owners urged to choose insurer carefully

Overseas property specialists HiFX encourages property owners to be careful when taking out home insurance on their holiday abode.

Tesco offers drivers two months free cover

Tesco Personal Finance has announced the offer of two months free cover on its breakdown insurance product.

Eco-friendly drivers should compare car insurance with ibuyeco

Drivers who compare car insurance costs with ibuyecos new policy could see a reduction in their premiums, it has been claimed.

Prepaid card to speed up travel insurance claims

A new prepaid card for travellers is to speed up travel insurance claims, it has been suggested.

Gardeners advised to check contents insurance

With the warmer months on the way, a number of financial services providers are warning gardeners to check they have adequate contents insurance.

Visa pre-pay card may limit insurance fraud

A new pre-paid Visa card may be useful in preventing insurance fraud, Alliance & Leicester states.

£1.6bn cost of motor and home insurance fraud

Motor and home insurance fraud costs about £1.6 billion a year, says the Association of British Insurers (ABI).

Buy-to-let costs passed on in rent

Landlords are passing on higher buy-to-let mortgage costs by raising rents, it has emerged.

Elephant.co.uk invites Mini drivers to compare car insurance costs

New Mini drivers are told to compare car insurance costs after elephant.co.uk has reclassified the vehicles to lower price brackets.

Halifax Pet Insurance: Cats and dogs cost £2.6bn

Britons spent £2.6 billion on cat and dog purchases in the past five years, according to Halifax Pet Insurance.

Parking prices soar, says Direct Line Car Insurance

The price of parking in the UK has soared by an average of 25 per cent in the past six years, says Direct Line Car Insurance.

Sainsburys Bank offers unlimited building insurance

Sainsburys Bank is encouraging landlords to consider its unlimited building insurance policy.

Sainsburys Bank: New car costs top £612m

Consumers in the UK may be spending up to £612 million in unnecessary payments for new cars, according to Sainsburys Bank.

AA reports fall in car insurance premiums

Car insurance premiums have fallen over the first quarter of 2007, according to the AA.

Churchill Home Insurance warns against Easter DIY

Home improvement disasters cause damage worth about £2.6 billion each year, according to Churchill Home Insurance.

Churchill Home Insurance counts the cost of weddings

Churchill Home Insurance has revealed the average cost of attending a wedding in the UK.

More Than launches helpline for pet insurance customers

Pet insurance provider More Than has created a helpline which it says is a kind of NHS Direct for animals.

Insurance firm warns against garden thieves

A UK-based insurance firm is warning against the dangers of garden thieves.

Limits on travel insurance, advises American Express

American Express has warned its customers that they should be aware of the limitations which are imposed on its travel insurance policies.

Halifax Home Insurance gives weather warning

Halifax Home Insurance has issued a weather warning to homeowners regarding their garden equipment.

Direct Line figures compare car insurance customers obligations

Insurance provider Direct Line has published figures which compare car insurance policyholders obligations with their actions.

More Than suggests travel insurance for summer

Britons should remember to take out travel insurance when booking their summer holidays in the coming months, advised More Than.

More Than encourages green drivers to compare car insurance costs

More Than is encouraging environmentally-conscious drivers to compare car insurance costs with its reduced premiums for green vehicles.

Leaks cost £1.8bn in home insurance, says Halifax

The cost of repairing damage caused by leaks within the home totals £1.8 billion each year, according to Halifax Home Insurance.

Abbey: Avoid extra home insurance fees

Homeowners in the UK are being warned of extra fees that may be incurred when paying for home insurance by direct debit.

Ensure your home insurance is adequate

Homeowners should check what their home insurance covers and be prepared to use it, Lloyds TSB Insurance claims.

Churchill Car Insurance counts the cost for driving drop-outs

Learner drivers who give up before passing their test are wasting an estimated £3.2 billion on lessons, according to Churchill Car Insurance.

Sainsburys Bank warns against using mobiles while driving

Motorists should be cautious of using mobile phones while driving, Sainsburys Bank has warned.

AA: Mobile users should compare car insurance with clean licenses

Drivers should compare car insurance costs for clean licenses with those convicted of using a mobile phone behind the wheel, according to the AA.

Tradespeoples delays extra cost of home insurance, says Churchill

Delays in waiting for repair work to be carried out may be seen as an extra cost on top of home insurance policies, according to Churchill.

Driveway conversions may impact building insurance, says esure

Building insurance provider esure has warned that driveway conversions could cause new subsidence in previously stable ground.

Co-operative Insurance to sponsor eco-friendly motor show

Van insurance provider Co-operative (CIS) is sponsoring an exhibition which will showcase eco-friendly vehicles.

Halifax Insurance issues pet advice

Animal owners wishing to take their pets abroad with them on their travels are being advised to apply for passports for their furry friends sooner rather than later.

Direct Line: Add bicycles to home insurance

Home insurance provider Direct Line has suggested that its customers ensure bicycles are covered by their policies and add them as an extra item if not.

American Express warns of off-piste travel insurance problems

Skiing off-piste may not be covered by standard travel insurance policies, says insurer American Express.

More Than offers Valentines home insurance cover

More Than is offering its customers the chance to protect their assets through an extension of its home insurance cover this Valentines Day.

Theft totals 10% of van insurance claims, says More Than

Insurer More Than has revealed that van insurance claims are frequently due to malicious damage or theft.

Better van insurance deal from Post Office

Post Office has promised its customers a better van insurance deal with the introduction of a new policy.

Post Office warns of "no-go for snow" travel insurance

Travel insurance policies may be "no-go for snow", according to Post Office.

Norwich Union advisers compare car insurance claims in frosty weather

Insurer Norwich Union states there are 50 per cent more accidents in frosty weather if you compare car insurance claims with those which occur in the warmer seasons.

More Than offers car insurance customers free breakdown cover

Car insurance provider More Than has announced it is to provide breakdown cover to all new customers as part of its standard policy.

More Than offers a years free contents insurance

More Than is offering a years contents insurance for free as a reward to customers who do not claim in their first two years of cover.

Burglary will cost £170m, says Halifax Home Insurance

Halifax Home Insurance is warning its customers that an estimated £170 million will be lost to burglars in January.

Lloyds TSB: Building insurance claims up 60%

Lloyds TSB has revealed it received a 60 per cent increase in building insurance claims during yesterdays storms and is predicting further claims to arrive in the coming days.

Direct Line offers pet insurance for jet-setting pets

Direct Line has outlined some aspects of its pet insurance which may apply to the more globe-trotting of our furry friends.

Alliance & Leicester offers price-beating car insurance deal

Alliance & Leicester is inviting motorists to save on their car insurance renewals with a new price-beating scheme to be launched by the bank.

More Than car insurance speaks out against drug-driving

Car insurance provider More Than has spoken out against drug-driving and regards the issue as "the biggest emerging risk on our roads".

AA urges motorists to compare car insurance

The Automobile Association (AA) is urging British motorists to compare car insurance premiums in the light of increasing costs in its British Insurance Premium Index.

Norwich Union warns against home insurance underestimates

Insurer Norwich Union has warned young people against underestimating the amount of cover required for home insurance policies.

More Than issues winter travel insurance advice

Insurance provider More Than has issued a warning for those travelling in the first months of the year to ensure their travel insurance is sufficient.

Direct Line suggests extra home insurance for sale purchases

Home insurance provider Direct Line has recommended that its customers take out extra cover to ensure purchases from the January sales are protected against damage or theft.

American Express provides travel insurance from 11p per day

American Express insurance services has announced its 2007 travel insurance cover is available at prices starting from 11p per day.

Halifax home insurance warns of wrecksercise

Halifax home insurance has warned its customers of the risks associated with exercising with breakable items nearby.

Lloyds TSB expects fire-related contents insurance claims

Lloyds TSB has announced it is expecting a significant increase in the number of fire-related claims by its contents insurance customers this Christmas.

More Than Home Insurance issues flooding advice

More Than Home Insurance has issued a list of key points to its customers affected by heavy rains across Scotland.

More Than expands contents insurance for Christmas

Financial services provider More Than has announced it is offering additional contents insurance to cover theft of presents in the run-up to Christmas.

Tornado damage will be covered by building insurance

Damage caused by the north London tornado will be covered by building insurance policies, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI).

RAC Car Insurance advises visibility caution

RAC Car Insurance is advising drivers to ensure they have adequate visibility when driving in the run-up to Christmas.

More Than to compare car insurance for green drivers

More Than has announced it is to compare car insurance costs for its environmentally-conscious drivers in order to reduce premiums for green motorists.

Direct Line encourages adequate home insurance for festive displays

Up to eight million homeowners may need to check that their home insurance covers displays of Christmas lights, according to Direct Line.

Halifax Travel Insurance advises care when fleeing the country

Halifax Travel Insurance has advised its customers to ensure they have adequate protection against loss, theft or damage when fleeing the country this Christmas.

Holidaymakers at risk, says Direct Line Travel Insurance

Direct Line has revealed that holidaymakers are being put at risk by agents mis-selling them travel insurance.

Lloyds TSB travel insurance notes importance of piste etiquette

Travel insurance provider Lloyds TSB has warned its winter sports-loving customers of the need for good etiquette on the piste.

Privilege extends home insurance to include downloaded music

Financial services company Privilege has announced it is to offer up to £1,000 of cover for downloaded music to its home insurance customers.

Last-minute holidaymakers should check travel insurance, says More Than

More Than travel insurance has urged its customers to check their policies in the rush to take outstanding holiday allowance by the end of the year.

Sainsburys Bank advises safe driving for car insurance customers

Sainsburys Bank has warned its car insurance customers to drive safely in the weeks leading up to Christmas.

Virgin Money considers car insurance for 007

Virgin Money claims that despite James Bonds numerous car insurance claims, he would still not yet be uninsurable.

Direct Line Home Insurance calls for better flood defences

Direct Line Home Insurance has revealed its customers would like better flood defences in anticipation of heavy winter rains.

Post Office suggests travel insurance check

Post Office has advised its customers to check that their travel insurance covers winter sports before going skiing this festive season.

Post Office travel insurance named best provider

Post Office has been named best direct provider for its travel insurance package at this years British Travel Awards.

Tesco encourages savings on home insurance

Tesco Personal Finance has encouraged its customers to study their home insurance policy to see if savings could be made.

More Than encourages young drivers to compare car insurance

Young drivers are being encouraged to compare car insurance costs to see if they could save by More Thans new pay-as-you-drive system.

Pet insurance launched by Swiftcover

Swiftcover has announced it is to widen its range of policies by offering pet insurance online, in a bid to save its customers both time and money.

More Than legal services offer "exceptional value"

More Than legal services offers good value to customers in comparison with other packages, a spokesperson has said.

Norwich Union suggests contents insurance checks for Halloween

Norwich Union has advised homeowners to check their contents insurance covers damage caused by trick-or-treaters.

Motorists encouraged to compare car insurance

Financial services advisor Defaqto has encouraged motorists to compare car insurance policies from a range of providers to see if they could make savings.

Halifax home insurance warns against Bonfire Night mishaps

Home insurance provider Halifax has warned Britons against the perils of Bonfire Night activities.

Dark nights need careful driving, says American Express car insurance

Car insurance provider American Express has revealed concerns over driving conditions ahead of this weekends clock change.

Esure stresses need for travel insurance cover

Travel insurance provider esure has stressed the need for adequate protection when going abroad.

Norwich Union sees link between height and health insurance claims

Health insurance provider Norwich Union has revealed many of its claimants suffer injuries while working at height.

Forced entry once a minute, says Halifax Home Insurance

Home insurance provider Halifax has revealed figures showing there is one forced entry every 60 seconds in the winter months.

Health insurance provider Norwich Union acquires Rehabilitation UK

Norwich Union, provider of personal health insurance policies, has acquired Maidenhead-based Rehabilitation UK for its healthcare subsidiary.

AA highlights need for good travel insurance

AA Travel Insurance has released figures showing up to 400,000 people undertake winter sports without adequate policies.

Post Office reveals sweet deal for those who compare car insurance

The Post Office is urging drivers to compare car insurance policies to see if its new cashback deal can sweeten the taste.

Gossip costs UK offices over £43bn a year

More Th>n has revealed the cost of office gossip in a study conducted by its business insurance subsidiary.

New pet insurance policy provides £2,000 of cover

Financial services company More Th>n has announced the details of its new pet insurance policy.

Health insurance provider Norwich Union calls for back to work incentives

Norwich Union Healthcare, one of the largest providers of health insurance in the UK, has urged the government to offer incentives to get staff back to work more quickly after illness or injury.

Lloyds TSB predicts wave of home insurance claims

Home insurance provider Lloyds TSB is expecting a surge in claims if Environment Agency flood warnings are correct.

Pay-as-you-drive scheme encourages customers to compare car insurance

Motorists are being encouraged to compare car insurance costs to see if they could save under Norwich Unions new pay as you drive policy.

12m guilty of careless driving, says Direct Line

More than a third of drivers do not pay enough attention to the road, according to insurers Direct Line.

esure reveals outcome of white elephants survey

An annual poll by insurance provider esure has revealed 80 million gadgets sit unused in Britains homes.

Churchill introduces enhanced courtesy car option

Insurance company Churchill has introduced a new option which will see customers receive courtesy cars on a like-for-like basis.

Britons failing to take out buildings insurance

A large number of home owners are putting themselves at financial risk by not having building insurance, according to a new report from Nationwide.

Swiftcover offers car insurance by text

The online insurer Swiftcover.com has become the first UK firm to provide car insurance quotes via text message.

FSA issues warning over invalid car insurance

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is warning customers that their car insurance policies may be invalid.

Barclays reminds students of need of insurance

As thousands of students say goodbye to tearful parents over the coming days and return to university, experts are reminding them of the importance of having adequate contents insurance.

Retirees require insurance for adventure holidays

Increasing numbers of retirees are heading off on adventure holidays, claims AA Travel Insurance, meaning it is imperative that they are adequately insured.

Retired exploring the world

An increasing number of retired people are spending their later years discovering the world, according to new research from AA Travel Insurance.

KITT highlights Brits car affection

New research from Lloyds TSB Insurance has demonstrated how much Britons hold affection for their cars.

Sainsburys Bank launches home insurance for landlords

Sainsburys Bank is continuing its assault on the financial products sector with the launch of a new home insurance offer for landlords.

Halifax unveils home insurance discounts

Halifax has announced it is set to offer improved discounts to home insurance customers who buy their policy online or over the phone.

Bradford & Bingley launches single parent family travel insurance

Bradford & Bingley has announced that it is set to launch a new single parent family travel insurance package.

Shop around for car insurance says Sainsburys Bank

New figures from Sainsburys Bank show that motorists could save a large sum of money simply by shopping around for car insurance.

Natwest launches home insurance emergency cover offer

Natwest has announced an offer of free home emergency cover for a year on all new home insurance policies.

Sainsburys Bank unveils travel insurance offer

Consumers shopping around for travel insurance may be interested to learn that Sainsburys Bank is putting forward a discount on its travel insurance.

Shop around for car insurance says Sainsburys Bank

Sainsburys Bank has claimed that shopping around for car insurance can save motorists a tidy sum.

Sainsburys reveals online home insurance offer

Sainsburys Bank has issued details of a new home insurance offer for online customers.

AA unveils new caravan insurance

For the many Brits who enjoy taking their home with them on holiday, the AA has launched a new type of vehicle insurance.

Home insurance undervaluations common

Many people are undervaluing their homes contents for the purposes of home insurance, according to new figures.

Gap year boom for travel, says AmEx

American Express Travel Insurance is predicting that A level results due this week will precipitate a mini-travel boom.

More Than warns students to get insured

A home insurer has warned that students can be any easy target for burglars, with an average of £4,000 worth of possessions.

Garden items must be considered in home insurance

Many Britons are not considering the value of the property in their gardens, according to a report from Co-operative Insurance.

Esure Travel Insurance issues gadgets warning

New research by esure Travel Insurance indicates that many Britons are set to head abroad with expensive gadgets this summer.

Home insurance advice regarding street theft

Brits are being advised to check whether their home insurance policy covers street theft.

New young driver deal from More Than

Young drivers looking to save on their car insurance may be interested by a new offer.

Travel insurance beliefs exposed

A large proportion of holidaymakers failed to take out travel insurance before heading abroad last year, according to a new report.

Life insurance enquiries down

Life insurance enquiries fell by more than 50 per cent during June and July, according to a new report.

Clean licence saves thousands in car insurance

Drivers could save thousands of pounds in car insurance payments over a lifetime by maintaining a clean licence, according to new research.

Holidaymakers at theft risk, warns Halifax

Holidaymakers are easy targets for thieves, Halifax has warned.

Norwich Union teams up with eBay

The rise of online insurance does not appear to be slowing, as Norwich Union announces a new partnership with eBay.co.uk.

Citibank to offer protection products

Citibank has teamed up with another lender to offer customers protection products from August.

Sainsburys pet insurance offer

Sainsburys Bank has announced a ten per cent online discount on pet insurance.

Norwich Union welcomes dangerous driving initiative

Norwich Union has welcomed a new initiative by the Metropolitan Police to crack down on dangerous driving.

More Than warns of change in patterns of theft

Following the Home Office crime figures released yesterday (July 20th), insurer More Than has warned householders of the changing nature of UK crime.

Half-price home insurance sale at Tesco

Tesco has announced 50 per cent off home insurance in their summer sale.

Tree planting at Bradford & Bingley

Bradford & Bingley have announced that for every insurance policy sold they will plant a tree.

Tree planting at Bradford & Bingley

Bradford & Bingley have announced that for every insurance policy sold they will plant a tree.

Tree planting at Bradford & Bingley

Bradford & Bingley have announced that for every insurance policy sold they will plant a tree.

The £620m cost of Van-dalism

Vandals cost UK small businesses £620 million a year, More Than Business has claimed.

The £620m cost of Van-dalism

Vandals cost UK small businesses £620 million a year, More Than Business has claimed.

£871m "dumped" in airports

British holidaymakers have wasted £817 million by money dumping, Halifax Travel Insurance has revealed.

Norwich Union rates holiday trouble spots

Norwich Union has uncovered the holiday hazard hotspots for illness, accidents and crime.

Insurance premiums stay static

Insurance premiums have remained static, despite predictions of increases, new figures from the AA show.

Insurance premiums stay static

Insurance premiums have remained static, despite predictions of increases, new figures from the AA show.

Travel agents the worst for holiday insurance

A damning warning about holiday insurance sold by travel agents has been released today (July 6th) by Which?.

Insurance provider says consider wedding insurance

An insurance provider has highlighted the possibility of insuring your wedding.

Offline home insurers will struggle to survive

Brokers who are not able to operate via the web will increasingly struggle for business, a financial research company has said.

Insecure homes costing cars

Poor home security is leading to owners losing their car, as famous names such as David Davies and Frank Lampard will testify.

DIY damaging property values

Britons are wasting time and billions of pounds on "improvements" that are actually damaging the value of properties, new research has found.

Car sharing benefits highlighted

A leading insurer is highlighting the benefits of car sharing, and advising drivers to travel to work with friends, neighbours and colleagues.

People urged to insure themselves

People who are self-employed are being urged to insure themselves against loss of income or accidents.

Travel insurance being ignored

Many Britons are failing to take out travel insurance prior to holidays, says new research.

Six disasters highlight home insurance need

Every household in the UK should expect to suffer six disasters or accidents in the home during the course of a lifetime, according to new research.

Insurance warning for World Cup travellers

The forthcoming World Cup is expected to divide opinion in many households in the UK even down to when and where to take holidays.

BBQ damage sparks home insurance warning

Homeowners in Briton are being advised to ensure their home insurance is up to date during the forthcoming summer months as a new report has warned of the staggering cost of damage caused by barbeques.

Pressure on home insurance & government to tackle flood damage

Fears over climate change and the resulting increase in flooding has led one home insurance provider to call on the government to increase investment in flood defences.

Fine print warning for travel insurance

Before purchasing travel insurance it is advisable to check the exact terms of the policy, Defaqto has warned.

Car insurance warning for World Cup fans

With tens of thousands of football fans heading to Germany in the next few weeks for the world cup, those travelling there by road have been advised to ensure their vehicle insurance is up to date.

First eco-car insurance policy launched

People who drive more environmentally-responsible cars are to be rewarded through the launch of a discounted car insurance policy from More Than.

Home insurance claims policy vital

Before taking out home insurance it is vital that people analyse the providers policy on making a claim, according to independent researchers Defaqto.

Warning against travel insurance apathy

Despite cheaper travel insurance being made available a large number of people are still failing to take out a policy before they go on holiday.

Home insurance need for rising mobile thefts

Britain is one of the worlds hotspots for mobile phone thefts, a new report has found, prompting calls for people to check whether their phone is covered by their home insurance.

Home insurance urged for unexpected garden costs

Gardening enthusiasts have been urged to ensure that they have adequate home insurance for the improvements that they have made to their properties gardens.

Cheap travel insurance warning

As well as taking advantage of cheap travel insurance deals, holiday makers must also ensure that the policies still offer adequate protection, a new report has warned.

Car insurance vital for female motor enthusiasts

A growing number of women are reversing the stereotype of car fanatics being men, according to new research.

Subsidence warning fuels home insurance need

Home insurance could be vital in covering any subsidence damage to properties this summer time.

Travel insurance warning for inspired tourists

Travel insurance has been advised for those inspired by recent books to explore new places on both long and short breaks.

No claims bonuses add to significant savings

No claims bonuses (NCB) can make a significant difference to the cost of car insurance, according to More Than.

Big insurance savings for non-smokers

Giving up smoking could lead to a substantial reduction in the cost of your life insurance, according to a new report.

Importance of insurance for garden highlighted

Homeowners are being advised to check that their home insurance policies cover garden items.

Insurance vital for DIY jobs

DIY fans are being advised to make sure they take out adequate insurance to cover possible calamities, reports the Mail on Sunday.

Possessions re-value needed for home insurance

Clothes and possessions worth hundreds of pounds should be borne in mind when people calculate their home insurance value, Skipton Building Society has advised.

Regional disparities for car insurance

Drivers in the north-west of England and London could benefit the most from shopping around for their vehicle insurance.

Shopping around bringing car insurance savings

Drivers are benefiting from lower car insurance premiums, according to Sainsburys Bank (SB).

Cheapest home insurance not always best

Shopping around for home insurance has been advised as Yorkshire Building Society (YBS) warns that people are settling on inappropriate policies.

Insurance review needed for cyclists

Cyclists are being warned to check if their home insurance policies cover bike thefts.

Car insurance costs down

Car insurance premiums have dropped in recent months, according to the AA.

Travel insurance warning for Easter getaways

As two million people take advantage of the long Easter weekend, insuresupermarket.com has warned that people must cover themselves with travel insurance.

Travel insurance age limits raised for adventure generation

As more elderly people are becoming increasingly adventurous, insurer Bradford & Bingley has increased its upper age limit for travel insurance.

UK paying over the odds for travel insurance

People could be paying out more than they need to for travel insurance, according to Churchill.

£10,000 cost of running a property

Homeowners spend an average of £10,048 each year on running their property, new research has shown.

Avalanches spur travel insurance warning

American Express Travel Insurance has issued a particular warning for the need to be insured for winter sports as this ski season has been one of the highest on record for avalanches.

Crack down on vehicle insurance

Uninsured drivers face a greater crackdown from the government under proposed legislation.

Family warning over travel insurance

Separated and single parent families have been advised to check that they are covered by travel insurance before they jet off on their holidays this Easter time.

Speeding fines increasing vehicle insurance costs

Drivers have been advised that speeding on the roads can not only put points on their licence, but it can also increase the cost of vehicle insurance.

Kitchen costs drive home insurance need

New research revealing that Britons have spent £76 billion on creating the perfect kitchen has led for calls for homeowners to reassess their home insurance.

Direct debit adding insurance costs

Britons could be paying more than they realise for their car and home insurance by choosing to pay by direct debit (DD).

Direct debit adding insurance costs

Britons could be paying more than they realise for their car and home insurance by choosing to pay by direct debit (DD).

Direct debit adding insurance costs

Britons could be paying more than they realise for their car and home insurance by choosing to pay by direct debit (DD).

Insuring mum

Mothers across the country carry out £24,456 worth of work in the home, claims a new survey.

Women can find even cheaper car deals

Women are missing out on the best car insurance deals, it has been claimed.

Pedigree pooches push up pet protection premium prices

The cost of pet insurance for a dog depends greatly on its breed, new research has found.

Protect your home from burglars

Last year in the UK there were 750,000 burglaries and young people and those with insufficient security are most at risk, according a new study.

Three million people travel abroad without cover

Last year 3.33 million people travelled abroad without any travel insurance.

Vets question cheap pet insurance

A survey of vets has shown that 90 per cent are concerned by budget pet insurance policies.

Big chill could bring rats

Homes could face an invasion of rats as cold weather brings the rodents indoors to find shelter.

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