Insurance
British men to create luxury bolt-holes to watch World Cup
New research from Halifax Home Insurance reveals the growing phenomenon of the bloke's retreat - with nearly a million men creating a 'den' in their homes before kick off in South Africa this summer.
Dodgy DIY improvements damage house values
The recession has driven many UK homeowners to take on complex home improvements themselves, in a bid to increase the value of their home.
RIAS launches Broken Bones Cash Plan
Over 50s specialist insurance provider RIAS has launched a new personal accident product, the RIAS Broken Bones Cash Plan.
Online business insurance facility hits the spot with brokers
Aviva's online quote and buy facility for small business insurance, Fast Trade, has been given improved functionality for brokers based on customer feedback.
Shopping around for insurance essential for female drivers
Graeme Kalbraier, Managing Director of Tiger.co.uk, gives his advice to women drivers as the AA report announces a rise in insurance premiums by seven per cent for 17 to 22 year old females for comprehensive cover.
Bikers warn of motoring mayhem
Half of all experienced motorcyclists believe that drivers should be given a virtual motorcycle lesson as part of the driving test to improve their attitude towards bikers, reveals research from Saga Motorcycle Insurance.
Zurich UK Life enriches protection proposition
Zurich UK Life announces a number of enhancements to its mortgage and family protection proposition, designed to appeal to a wide range of advisers and their clients seeking life and critical illness cover.
Bikers reminded of the need for adequate insurance
Research from the Institute of Advanced Motorists has revealed that most motorcycle accidents happen during daylight hours and good weather conditions.
Research reveals increase in UK activity holidays
With the warmer summer months on the horizon, Post Office Travel Insurance is advising those looking to indulge in some adventure or activity on their holidays in the UK to make sure they have adequate travel insurance beforehand.
DIY corner cutting can prove costly, warns M&S Money
Almost two-thirds (64%) of British adults are more likely to do jobs themselves rather than employing a skilled tradesman, according to research for M&S Money.
Direct Line motoring app for iPhone
Direct Line has announced its free "On the Road" App for iPhone is now available on the App Store. The app includes a route planner and live traffic updates to help plan journeys around traffic. It also features an easy to use ‘help for accidents and claims’ tool, should the worst happen.
Motorists may be able to recover costs for damage caused by potholes
The insurance industry is estimated to be forking out £2.85m per month for pothole claims and consumers should review the details of their motor insurance policy to see if they can recoup some repair costs advises independent research company, Defaqto.
100,000 crashed cars a year return to the road
The number of crashed cars being put back on the road has increased by over 10% in the last two years, with more than 100,000 written-off vehicles hitting the streets last year alone, as people strive for cheaper motoring.
Home insurance can be invalidated if tradesmen are not insured
Up to £590 million of damage is caused to homes in Britain each year by tradesmen, according to new research rom Sainsbury's Home Insurance.
Secure unoccupied industrial premises warns Aviva
With around 20% of UK warehouses and factories unoccupied, Aviva is warning property owners of the need to take all necessary precautions to secure vacant buildings.