Climate Change and Your Insurance - Keeping Premiums Stable

Mar 22, 2024 11:43:47 AM

As climate change continues to alter our planet's landscape, New Zealanders are increasingly facing the physical and financial risks associated with extreme weather events. From the devastating impact on homes, cars, and personal property to the potential knock-on effect of higher insurance premiums, the repercussions of climate change are becoming more apparent than ever. As a homeowner, it’s crucial to understand how climate change can affect your insurance coverage and what proactive steps you can take to mitigate these risks.


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Topics: Insurance, Insurance advice, Climate Change

The Impact of Climate Change on New Zealand Property

May 18, 2023 5:06:59 PM

As the effects of the climate crisis become increasingly evident, New Zealanders are beginning to understand how these worldwide environmental shifts are reshaping the landscape of property ownership, investment and development here in New Zealand. Read on to learn what impact climate change has on the NZ property market, as well as mitigation measures, financial considerations, and government initiatives addressing this pressing issue.


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Topics: Financial Health, Health and Wellbeing, Insurance advice, Climate Change

Getting Help with Flood Damage

Feb 23, 2023 9:57:53 AM

Flooding and damage to property in New Zealand in January 2023 has been exacerbated by the devastation and destruction of Cyclone Gabrielle in February. With many homes left flood-damaged or uninhabitable, New Zealanders begin the big clean-up. Less than two months into the new year and this year’s extreme weather events are likely to set records when it comes to insurance claims. If your home has been compromised, here are some things you should know.


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Topics: Health and Wellbeing, Financial Advice, Insurance advice

The Impact of Climate Change

Aug 24, 2022 3:46:52 PM

For many Kiwis, property remains the biggest investment they’ll ever make. Increasingly, that investment is being threatened by the frequency and severity of extreme weather events and climate-related disasters. As the impact of climate change is evident, awareness of climate-related hazards is set to play a much bigger role when it comes to deciding where to buy property and the type of property to invest in.


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Topics: Insurance, Financial Health, Insurance advice

Underinsurance: A Growing Concern in New Zealand

Jun 15, 2020 10:54:27 AM

The Financial Services Council (FSC) recently released its findings into New Zealander’s attitudes towards financial risk. Entitled “Gambling on Life”, the study undertook to understand the reasons behind the high levels of underinsurance in New Zealand and the potential risks Kiwis expose themselves to. Read on to find out what the research uncovered.


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Topics: Insurance Advisers, Insurance, Underinsurance, Insurance advice

Underinsurance: A Growing Concern in New Zealand

Feb 19, 2020 9:19:00 AM

The Financial Services Council (FSC) recently released its findings into New Zealander’s attitudes towards financial risk. Entitled “Gambling on Life”, the study undertook to understand the reasons behind the high levels of underinsurance in New Zealand and the potential risks Kiwis expose themselves to. Read on to find out what the research uncovered.


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Topics: Insurance Advisers, Insurance, Underinsurance, Insurance advice