Proximity to good transport links, reputable schools and local amenities have long been staples on many house-hunters’ checklists. But now it appears that specific amenities have more sway on a would-be resident than others; namely Waitrose. A study by Lloyds Bank highlight a new wave of shopping exclusivity, where vendors can expect to add 10% […]
First-time buyers are not insuring their homes properly
Money Market UK have carried out research into first-time buyers and have revealed the biggest insurance mistakes that they make when purchasing a home, including underinsuring their property and its contents. According to the research, underinsuring their home is one of the most common mistakes being made, with one in five (20%) buyers aged 25-34 […]
Darker Nights Spell Rise In Thefts
With the clocks going back this week, we may be turning our thoughts to colourful autumn walks by day and cosy winter nights but for burglars, darker nights spell a season of opportunity. Recent research by The Co-operative Insurance have shown a 38% increase in home insurance claims in the five months after the clocks […]
Understanding House and Contents Insurance
Our home and its contents are for most people the most expensive purchase they will ever make, however understanding and arranging the correct cover for your house and contents insurance is not always given the time it deserves for such a valuable and personal asset.
