If you owned a small business back in the day, keeping it in the family was a no-brainer – in the same way that the eldest prince of a nation spends his life preparing to take over the throne, the eldest son of a business-owning family would’ve been trained up from birth to take over … Read more
Accidents can happen when we least expect it. In our day to day life we can be exposed and vulnerable to various risks and accidents which can happen at any time, causing bodily injury, disability or even death. While accidents cannot be avoided completely, even if you observe all safety measures and precautions, their impact … Read more
Being in business for yourself is the dream of many offering the opportunity to innovate, be your own boss, work the hours that you want and build something to be proud of. The downside is all that responsibility on your shoulders with the need to market the business, do the work and deal with any … Read more
The cost of keeping your van on the road is creeping up all the time and it is difficult to know where to start cutting costs. Like the MOT and road tax, van insurance is required by law and you risk losing your vehicle if you drive without it. Unfortunately, cheap van insurance can be … Read more
New research by Moneysupermarket.com has identified the places in the UK where householders are most likely to claim on their home insurance policy due to being burgled or being the victim of theft. Perhaps not surprisingly, the dubious honour of the worst burglary hotspot goes to London and the Stoke Newington area in … Read more
Having proudly acquired my first classic car I was faced with the problem of finding suitable insurance, as the needs in respect of a classic car are specific and different from mainstream vehicles. I need not have worried, the internet came to my rescue in the form of classic car insurance comparison sites. It … Read more
You have a fantastic business idea and are ready to leap into action. Whilst you are completely aware that you need public liability insurance until you start to get quotes, you have no idea just how expensive it can be. Hopefully the explanation below will help you understand why it’s so valuable and give you … Read more
There’s loads of great aspects to having an elderly parent move in with you: a chance for your children to bond with their grandparents, an extra pair of hands around the house and an opportunity to repay the sacrifices they made for you when, in childhood, you were unable to look after yourself. But, if … Read more
A public liability insurance policy is one that will pay for a legal defense if someone walks into a place of business and is injured in an accident. These types of lawsuits can result in large judgments against the business owners. Many businesses have decided to settle out of court but, this also requires a … Read more
by Alan Boswell Being a landlord brings with it a whole host of challenges. Not only do you need to pay the mortgage each month, you have to protect both your property and your tenants. It’s a common misconception that a standard buildings and contents insurance policy will cover all three once it’s let – … Read more
Obtaining typical motorbike insurance quotes requires that you provide the insurer with certain key information, including: • information about your age, sex and where you live – things such as your postcode, where the bike will normally be parked when not in use and your age may have an effect on the final premium of … Read more
A MoneySupermarket home contents insurance expert is stressing the need to find out the exact worth of any valuables before getting annual cover after research revealed that the average British household currently insures over £3,500 of gold items among other treasured belongings. Findings by the Moneysupermarket.com Monitor, which delivers analysis and insight into home insurance, … Read more
Touring caravan insurance is an essential purchase for anyone that intends to take their caravan on public roads. It’s there to provide valuable financial backup in the event of an accident or any kind of damage occurring, and whilst some car insurance policies will include this level of cover it’s often wise to go for … Read more
Developments around health and safety in the workplace in the United Kingdom are sparking fierce debate on the issue of employer responsibilities. The discussions taking place in the UK are shaping the future for businesses all over the world, as companies get to grips with what they need to do to protect their profits and … Read more
Homeowners across Britain are experiencing differences to their home insurance premiums and it all seems to be based upon which postcode you live in. Data from MoneySupermarket.com’s Home Insurance Monitor, compiling nearly 3 million home insurance quotes from summer 2010 to spring 2011 has found which areas are the biggest winners and which areas are … Read more