Home Insurance
We break down everything you need to know about home insurance to make sure you have the right cover in place at the right price
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Average price paid for home insurance ‘at lowest levels in at least a decade’
The average cost of home insurance in 2022 was £300 - how does your premium compare?
By Katie Binns Published
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Working from home? We answer your home insurance FAQs
Can working from home affect your home insurance? We find out
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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Average home insurance premiums drop to record low - is now the time to switch?
Households get some “cost of living relief” as buildings and contents insurance prices fall
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How to save on your home insurance and get the best deal
Home insurance is crucial protection but can be expensive. We highlight the ways to still enjoy the same level of cover but at a lower price
By John Fitzsimons Published
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6 ways to keep your boiler happy
As the weather cools for autumn, we're all painfully aware of the state of our boilers
By Emily Bater Last updated
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What does all that home insurance jargon actually mean?
Understanding your home insurance policy is essential so you know exactly what is and isn't covered
By Hannah Nemeth Published
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How to buy insurance for a home that's had subsidence
Whether it's a previous affliction or a new problem, subsidence can affect your home insurance - here's what you need to know
By Hannah Nemeth Published
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Is home emergency cover worth it?
What is home emergency cover and do you need it? We explain everything you need to know
By Emily Bater Last updated
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Are burglar alarms worth it?
Thinking about installing a burglar alarm? Read this first
By Kristian Dando Last updated
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Could your insurance ruin your home?
Home insurance means that everything can be made right after a disaster… Or does it?
By Felicity Hannah Last updated
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Do I need contents or gadget insurance for my hi-tech gizmos?
Is contents insurance enough to cover your gadgets or is a specialist gadget insurance a better solution?
By Maxine Frances Last updated
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Insider tricks of estate agents exposed
Heed this expert advice to make sure you remain in control when house-hunting
By Abbie Laughton-Coles Last updated
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Got an Airbnb? Here’s how to insure it
Making sure you and your property are adequately covered is essential for any Airbnb host
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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How to make money from your Airbnb: 10 tips to maximise profits
Wondering what's the best way to make money from your Airbnb? We share our top ten tips to make sure you are getting the most profit possible.
By Natasha Brinsmead Last updated
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How to make money from a holiday home – plus our guide to the best places to buy in 2021
Make your holiday home work for your financially with these top tips to maximise profits
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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How to buy insurance for an unoccupied home
Do you need specialist insurance for an unoccupied home and what should you look for in a policy?
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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How to buy insurance for your holiday home
Make sure you have adequate insurance in place for your holiday home for peace of mind
By Hannah Nemeth Last updated
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How much contents insurance do I need? The complete guide to getting it right
How do you determine how much contents insurance you need? We explain everything you need to know to secure the right cover
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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Home insurance for unoccupied homes: everything you need to know
Buying home insurance for unoccupied homes needn't be a minefield. Here's everything you need to know
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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Moving house? Follow this useful timeline to keep on top of the move
Moving house is a stressful business, second only to death and divorce on the list on massive life hassles
By Rachel England Published
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Subsidence: how to spot it and how to solve it
Subsidence, the word every homeowner dreads to hear — but it need not spell disaster. Our guide covers everything, from causes to what it may cost to rectify
By Natasha Brinsmead Published
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Winter home worries and how to stop them
From condensation to a burst pipe or broken down boiler, here's how to solve common winter home mishaps
By Kristian Dando Published
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Are my keys safe under a flower pot?
Leaving keys in hidden places might seem safe, but would you still be covered in the event of a break in?
By Alice Morgan Published