Home & Contents Insurance - December 8th First-time Renters: What You Need to Know Moving into your first rental property, whether by yourself or with friends, is a big step. And when you start applying, you’ll want to make sure you have the best possible shot at getting the …
Home & Contents Insurance - November 8th What is Landlord Insurance? What is landlord insurance? Landlord insurance is a specialised type of insurance designed to assist property owners who rent out their homes or businesses. It's intended to address the various issues and risks that landlords may …
Budgeting & Saving Money - October 1st How Much of My Income Should Go Towards Rent? Housing is a significant cost in New Zealand. Not only for those chipping away on a mortgage amidst rising interest rates. But also for the roughly one-third of Kiwis living in rentals. In fact, the …
Banking & Insurance - August 8th FMG: Kiwi Consumer’s No. 1 Choice for Home & Contents Insurance It was a wild, wet and woolly start to the year, as destructive weather events wrecked havoc across vast swathes of the country. And, for many, the only thing that prevented the catastrophe turning into …
Home & Contents Insurance - July 17th Phone Insurance: Do You Need it? What is phone insurance? Phone insurance is designed to cover the cost of repairing or replacing your phone if it's damaged, misplaced or stolen. Phone insurance also covers potential faults after the manufacturer's warranty has expired. What …
Home & Contents Insurance - July 12th When do You Pay Excess on Home Insurance? In the context of insurance, 'excess' is a predetermined amount that you, as the policyholder, agree to contribute towards the costs of your claim. It's a form of self-insurance, with you bearing a small portion …
Home & Contents Insurance - July 2nd Guide to Renting Out a Room in Your Home If you wish to rent out a room in your home, you might first consider whether you wish to open it up to someone who can move in on an indefinite basis, such as a …
Home & Contents Insurance - June 30th What Does Home Insurance Cover? If you buy a house in New Zealand using a mortgage, your lender will require you to have home insurance to safeguard their investment in your home. However, whether you're buying or renting, home insurance …
Home & Contents Insurance - June 29th What is Home Warranty Insurance? Buying a new home is a significant milestone in anyone's life. It's an investment in a valuable asset that's also a place to live and create cherished family memories. However, just because a home is …
Banking & Insurance - June 16th What Does Building Insurance Cover? What kind of insurance do you need for your home? If you are a homeowner or you own an investment property, building insurance is one of the types of cover you need to consider. Building insurance …