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Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Does home insurance cover gutter repair?
Learn about home insurance coverage for gutter-related damage and why regular gutter maintenance is crucial.
Home Insurance
25 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
What does home insurance cover?
Usually, home insurance will cover any damage caused by unpredictable incidents, whether natural or as a result of humans. Depending on the insurer, having home insurance can also mean you have access to temporary accommodation while repairing or renovating your property after making a claim.
Home Insurance
25 Sep, 2023
8 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
What is new for old contents insurance?
Content insurance covers the household items and personal belongings in your home in case they are lost, damaged, or stolen. If you own your house, it’s possible to couple your home or building insurance with your contents policy, which is often cheaper than taking out two separate policies.
Home Insurance
21 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
What is underinsurance and how can you avoid it?
If you are an Australian homeowner, you want to know that your home insurance policy has adequate coverage in the event the worst does happen. However, many Australians may actually be at risk of being underinsured.
Home Insurance
21 Sep, 2023
5 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
Do I need to buy home insurance before closing on a property?
Having adequate home insurance can help manage risks from unforeseen events. But if you’ve not yet closed on a property, you may be wondering if, and when, you’re meant to purchase home insurance.
Home Insurance
18 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Five benefits of home insurance that not all policies offer
You may find that more is covered by your home and contents insurance policy than just the renovation, rebuilding, or replacement of your home after an insured event.
Home Insurance
18 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Why is it important to have landlord home insurance?
After purchasing your property, you’ve decided to rent it out and use it as an investment. But what happens if your tenant stops paying rent, or damages your property? Is there any way to protect your investment?
Home Insurance
14 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
How do you file a home insurance claim for flooding?
Natural disasters are a fact of life in Australia, though they still take many of us by surprise. If you’ve been affected by storms and flooding, you’ll want to quickly find out what’s covered by your insurance so you can make a claim.
Home Insurance
08 Sep, 2023
9 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
A storm preparation checklist for your home
It is crucial to be well-prepared to protect your home and loved ones from potential storm damage. You could reduce the risk to your property by taking a proactive approach and initiating protective measures ahead of time.
Home Insurance
06 Sep, 2023
5 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Can you cancel your home insurance policy after auto-renewal?
You can generally cancel your home insurance policy anytime as homeowners often choose automatic policy renewals as a way to prevent coverage gaps.
Home Insurance
04 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Does home insurance provide coverage against damage caused by tenants?
It’s unlikely for a standard home and contents insurance policy to provide comprehensive coverage against tenant-related damage. If you’re planning to rent out your home, you may want to consider a home insurance plan designed specifically for landlords.
Home Insurance
04 Sep, 2023
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
When is the right time to buy home insurance?
Owning a home is a matter of great pride and joy for all of us. But homeownership also brings with it a great deal of responsibility. It may be worth considering purchasing home insurance as soon as you buy the house to guard yourself against any of the dangers that can possibly affect the health of your home.
Home Insurance
31 Aug, 2023
3 min read
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