Insurance
No-frills insurance – will it cover you?
As O2 becomes the latest firm to venture into the protection market, Chiara Cavaglieri looks at the pros and cons of cheap deals
Inside Insurance
New insurance for motorists who want to go to court
Sunday, 14 February 2010
Motoring court cases can be a costly business, particularly as there is no legal aid available.
AXA shines a light amid motoring gloom
Sunday, 31 January 2010
As premiums rocket, an insurer rewards safe drivers with a 90 per cent no-claims discount.
Digital music is not covered by most policies
Sunday, 31 January 2010
The overwhelming majority of UK home insurance policies do not cover digital music downloads which can be lost in cases of burglary or damage, according to Sainsbury's Bank.
Prepare for a shock if it's time to renew your car insurance
Saturday, 30 January 2010
Record price rises for car insurance premiums mean you must act to reduce the cost
How to protect your home from burst pipes – and other domestic disasters
Sunday, 17 January 2010
Chiara Cavaglieri offers a few simple tips, and looks at the best cover
How would your business cope if a key person fell ill?
Sunday, 17 January 2010
More than 80 per cent of small businesses have no cover if an important employee is unable to work. Chiara Cavaglieri reports
Ski protection is more than gloves and goggles
Sunday, 27 December 2009
Lots of the white stuff means good skiing, but don't forget to pack the right insurance, say Alessia Horwich and Julian Knight
Don't let a broken-down car spoil your holidays
Sunday, 20 December 2009
One expensive tow to a garage is enough to convince you that breakdown cover is one of the most worthwhile policies, Chiara Cavaglieri reports
Beginner's Guide To: Dental insurance
Saturday, 19 December 2009
Many people dislike going to the dentist and for many of us, that's as much a fear of bills as of drills. Because of the growing cost of treatment, more and more of us are taking out dental insurance to make sure going to the dentist is affordable. It's possible to pay monthly or annually and, like any insurance policy, there's a wide level of cover available. The more you agree to pay, the greater the protection you're offered.
How insurers can damage your mental health
Sunday, 13 December 2009
A history of conditions such as depression can affect your chances of cover. Chiara Cavaglieri reports
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