Some may be covered for damage resulting from networking parties
April 16, 2008
Over the last couple of years there has been a rising interest in social networking sites, which have become especially popular amongst teenagers who want to try and make new friends both in the local area and around the world. However, whilst these sites enable users to chat and make friends, there have also been concerns raised about things such as how easy it can be for people to find out your personal details, and even where you live, which could lead to a myriad of problems. Read more
Sharp rise in building insurance complaints
March 19, 2008
According to a recent report there has been a sharp rise in the level of building insurance related complaints. Turbulent weather has been blamed for the rise in building insurance related complaints, which have risen by a third according to figures relating to the number of complaints made to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Recent bad weather has included the tremendous storms from last summer, a tornado that hit late last year, and also more recent stormy weather. Read more
Price comparison insurance sites to come under investigation
February 1, 2008
According to a recent report price comparison sites that deal with insurance services are to come under scrutiny from the Financial Services Authority following concerns that were raised by the British Insurance Brokers’ Association. Price comparison sites have become increasingly popular over recent years, with more and more sites being launched and consumers able to compare the cost of a range of services and products through these sites. Read more
The easiest way for homeowners to organise their finances
January 18, 2008
Anyone that has a large number of debts to juggle each month is likely to find financial management difficult, time consuming, and frustrating, with an increased chance of missing payments or making late repayments and risking the chance of future credit. Read more
Experts repeat warnings over home insurance
January 4, 2008
Experts are once again urging consumers in the UK to check on their home insurance to ensure that their expensive Christmas gifts are adequately covered. At this time of year there are all sorts of expensive and luxurious goodies under trees in homes all across the UK, and this is something that thieves prey on at this time of year. Without the safety net of adequate cover you could end up losing your gifts and you may have to bear the financial consequences. Read more