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Reviewing Your Property Insurance: Why Annual Check-Ups Matter

Your home is likely one of your most significant investments, and it’s not just about the walls and roof. From renovations to landscaping, the changes you make over time can impact your property’s value and your insurance needs. That’s why it’s essential to review your property insurance every year to ensure you’re adequately covered.

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Navigating Expired Driver’s Licences and Insurance Claims

In the face of persistent delays in vehicle and driver’s license renewals, the question of whether insurance will pay out when a license has expired looms large. According to the guidance from the Ombudsman for Short-term Insurance (OSTI), insurers generally shouldn’t outright reject claims solely based on expired licenses. Since May 2007, the OSTI has

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Weather-Related Home Insurance Claims

Living in South Africa means having to deal with various types of weather – from blistering heatwaves and long, dry spells to heavy downpours of rain and even hailstorms. With changing climates come damages to properties and belongings and trying to understand and file a weather-related home insurance claim can seem like a daunting task. We’ve put together a helpful guide to help you understand exactly what to do in the event of a household claim due to bad weather.

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