Peace of mind or back of mind?
A recent survey by health insurance provider nib found that over half of New Zealand parents do not have health insurance. In this financial climate, it’s no surprise to learn that cost is a barrier for many, but there are also other factors at play here. Here’s what the survey tells us…
When crime doesn’t payout
While most have never given it serious consideration (we hope), the thought of an insurance payout can seem like a tempting notion to the less educated out there. However, this type of fraud is nearly always caught. Here are five cases that made the headlines…
When Pharmac can’t provide
One of our insurance partners has recently released data from 2023 that highlights just how valuable well-tailored health insurance can be when Kiwis are faced with the unimaginable.
Tracking the value of life
Until the 16th century there wasn’t a recognised method of buying life insurance and looking after your family. Obviously, there was a need. However, it wasn’t as easy as just providing a service to meet the demand. Many early attempts at providing financial aid to families failed.
Protecting a body of work
How much is your chest hair worth?According to one of the greatest urban legends of insurance, £3.5 million – if you’re Tom Jones.
Switching jobs?
Is your insurance up to date?
If the Great Resignation sounds like a Great Idea, it is important to check you’re covered before you make the leap. Like most things super-sized, the concept of The Great Resignation was born in Texas. In May 2021, Texan Professor Anthony Klotz predicted a mass exodus of workers in the USA, just two months […]
Your spring forward recipe
It’s time for a fresh (s)tart!
Daffodils are appearing and asparagus is in season. It must be time for a spring tart! Made with fresh asparagus, mint, and garden greens, and with plenty of eggs and goat’s feta, this tart can be a complete, protein-rich meal in one. However, you may want to serve it up with a side salad or […]
Starting a family?
4 simple tips to set your new budget.
Beyond the Bugaboos and bite-sized beanies, babies also add more practical, day-to-day expenses to your budget – and a few additional financial and insurance considerations too. Here’s our short list of things to remember. There’s no doubt that starting a family is a life-changer financially. Generally, one parent will be off work for some […]
It’s big cheque time again!
Lovely surprises for lucky clients
If you’ve followed this newsletter over the years, you’ll know we love giving out big cheques! We cherish the chance to surprise one of our clients with a gift out the blue. It’s always a special moment when we get in touch with the news – and even more fun when we turn up […]
Multiple choice?
An expanded provider range is always the right answer…
Variety isn’t just ‘the spice of life’. When it comes to getting the best insurance policy to cover you and your family, variety is useful, helpful and, sometimes, quite valuable. This is why we’re proud to announce that our range of options has recently expanded. Eric James & Associates has recently signed an agreement with […]