Insurance Archive

Published in December 2009

British Airways strike declared illegal
by John Fitzsimons | The strike may have been declared illegal, but the matter is "far from settled". Here's everything you need to know if you have a holiday booked with British Airways...
Don’t get ripped off by boiler cover - video script
by Rachel Wait | Rachel Robson takes a closer look at boiler cover and considers whether it's worth the money.
The secret rule that could cost you hundreds
by John Fitzsimons | This secret rule could cost you hundreds and hundreds of pounds, if you're not careful....
Slash your car breakdown cover to £34 a year
by Alison Hunt | Fancy snapping up comprehensive car breakdown cover from just £34 per year? Alison Hunt rounds up the best prices from the UK's top four car breakdown policies.

Published in November 2009

This lie could cost you thousands
by Rachel Wait | Tell this little white lie and you could potentially lose thousands of pounds.
Protect your car from costly winter crises
by Rachel Wait | Winter is almost upon us, so here are 10 tips to make sure your car is fully prepared for difficult driving conditions.
21 ways to storm-proof your home
by Cliff D'Arcy | Strong winds and heavy rain are lashing the country, with disastrous flooding in Cumbria. Here are 21 ways to safeguard your home.
Make this mistake and lose thousands
by Alison Hunt | If you make this mistake, you could potentially lose thousands of pounds.
I want to lie to my insurer
by Emma Lunn | Can I get away with it? What will happen if I try to claim? Emma Lunn helps one lovemoney.com reader find out whether lying to your insurer can ever pay off.

Published in October 2009

Make unemployment insurance work
by Neil Faulkner | We talk about insurance that covers you if you lose your job or are unable to work, specifically looking at how to overturn unfair decisions when an insurer rejects your claim.
Don't make this terrible insurance mistake
by Jane Baker | Fail to declare this to an insurer and you could void your policy.
Don't fall for this sneaky financial swindle
by Cliff D'Arcy | Drivers: watch out! Car insurance firms will often use this trick to reject a valid claim. Here's how to fight back.

Published in September 2009

Soapbox - Beating the renewal quote is nothing to shout about
by Ed Bowsher | Ed Bowsher looks at how to get the best deal for car insurance.

Published in August 2009

Avoid this financial disaster!
by Serena Cowdy | Skimping on home insurance could prove to be a disastrous false economy. Here's how to get the best cover at the lowest possible price.
Insurance premiums set to increase this year
by Neil Faulkner | Insurance premiums are rising and will continue to do so, although shop-around prices are still vastly cheaper.

Published in July 2009

Peace of mind at the right price
by Jane Baker | Have you ever worried about how you would pay your bills if you were unable to work? Well, worry no more...
Don't get ripped off by your travel insurer!
by Neil Faulkner | Many travel insurers leap over each other to sell you more and more cover, but do you really need it?
Protect your bike in five easy steps
by Rachel Wait | If you’re one of the many people swapping the bus/train/car for a bike, here’s how you can prevent your bike from being stolen...

Published in June 2009

Top money-saving tips for festival goers
by Rachel Wait | Festival season is hotting up, so if you’re planning to attend any festivals this summer but want to keep down your costs, here’s everything you need to know...
Five ways to protect your income
by Neil Faulkner | Would you be able to cope finanically if you lost your job or became seriously ill? What about your family? Neil Faulkner looks at five ways to protect your income.

Published in May 2009

Protect your family from cancer
by John Fitzsimons | If you develop cancer, you will face an exceptionally tough time arranging life insurance. John Fitzsimons examines how you can protect yourself and your family.

Published in April 2009

Squash your insurance costs!
by Serena Cowdy | Find out how to slash your insurance costs in five easy steps.
Dental costs will set your teeth on edge
by Harvey Jones | Harvey Jones explains how to take the pain out of your dental costs even if you can't find an NHS dentist.
Beware this insurance loophole!
by Serena Cowdy | Thousands of pounds' worth of your belongings may not be insured. Sort out that cover now!

Published in March 2009

Prepare yourself for the unexpected!
by Rachel Wait | Don’t get caught out by having inadequate home contents insurance….
Guard against tenants who don't pay the rent
by Jane Baker | Find out how landlords can guard against rental arrears and whether it's worth buying this protection.
Unemployment insurance is still cheap!
by Neil Faulkner | Surprisingly, unemployment insurance prices have not risen much and in some cases they've fallen.
Read this before you get old!
by Rachel Wait | Why you should consider taking out life insurance when you're young - and how doing so could cut your premiums...
Think twice before you cancel your life cover
by Jane Baker | There are three key reasons why cancelling your life insurance policy to save money could be a very big mistake.

Published in February 2009

Which insurances are still ripping you off?
by Neil Faulkner | Which insurances are the best value for money and which are rip-offs?
Don’t Make This Mistake With Your Life Cover
by Jane Baker | Combining life insurance and critical illness cover together could leave you without enough protection.
There's Snow Business Like Insurance
by Cliff D'Arcy | With parts of the UK blanketed by snow, motorists, holidaymakers and homeowners may need to fall back on their insurance cover...

Published in January 2009

Is Unemployment Insurance Up To Scratch?
by Cliff D'Arcy | Figures out today show a doubling in the number of unemployment-insurance claims. But is this cover any good?
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