Moneysupermarket.com Insurance News http://www.moneysupermarket.com Insurance News from Moneysupermarket.com 15 en-us Moneysupermarket.com /newsandcommunity/img/news/ms-logo.gif http://www.moneysupermarket.com Will whiplash clampdown cut insurance costs? <![CDATA[With the cost of both car insurance and petrol soaring in recent years, the nation's motorists are hopeful of anything that can lessen the impact on their pocket.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/will-whiplash-clampdown-bring-insurance-costs-down/0013538/ Thu, 09, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/will-whiplash-clampdown-bring-insurance-costs-down_0013538.aspx Make your salary go further <![CDATA[According to research from Halifax, one in five of us spend half the month worrying that we won't have enough money to see us through until our next payday. And by the time we are a week away from our next wage packet this becomes a concern for half the population.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/make-your-salary-go-further/0013533/ Wed, 08, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/make-your-salary-go-further_0013533.aspx Are your gadgets insured for travel? <![CDATA[Look around any airport's departure lounge today, and you'll see a multitude of smartphones, e-readers, tablet computers and laptops. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-your-gadgets-insured-for-travel/0013532/ Tue, 07, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-your-gadgets-insured-for-travel_0013532.aspx Protect your home against burglaries and high premiums <![CDATA[Homeowners in Leeds and London are the most likely to claim on their home insurance policies as a result of theft or burglary, according to new research from MoneySupermarket.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/protect-your-home-against-burglaries-and-high-premiums/0013496/ Thu, 02, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/protect-your-home-against-burglaries-and-high-premiums_0013496.aspx How much does your job cost you? <![CDATA[We are all used to the taxman taking a chunk of our annual salary, but new research by Guardian Jobs has revealed that, while at work, we're eating our way through thousands of pounds each year in expensive sandwiches and coffees.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-much-does-your-job-cost-you/0014395/ Thu, 02, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-much-does-your-job-cost-you_0014395.aspx Why you should buy travel cover when you book <![CDATA[If you've booked your main 2012 holiday and are already counting down the days, don't let it be ruined by leaving it too late to buy travel insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-you-should-buy-travel-cover-when-you-book/0013485/ Wed, 01, Feb 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-you-should-buy-travel-cover-when-you-book_0013485.aspx Don't let the cold snap cost you <![CDATA[Now could be the most dangerous time of the year to be on the roads, according to research from an insurer.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-let-the-cold-snap-cost-you/0013483/ Tue, 31, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-let-the-cold-snap-cost-you_0013483.aspx Why unemployment bumps up car insurance costs <![CDATA[UK unemployment has reached its highest level since 1996 - and car insurance companies could be cashing in on this trend by charging the&nbsp;jobless more for their cover.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-unemployment-bumps-up-car-insurance-costs/13466/ Thu, 26, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-unemployment-bumps-up-car-insurance-costs_13466.aspx Travel insurance with pre-existing medical conditions <![CDATA[If you're planning on jetting off to warmer climes this summer and have a pre-existing medical condition, obtaining travel insurance can seem like a frustrating process.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/travel-insurance-with-pre-existing-medical-conditions/0013468/ Thu, 26, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/travel-insurance-with-pre-existing-medical-conditions_0013468.aspx How to stay safe on the slopes <![CDATA[Every year, thousands of Britons take to the snow-covered slopes of Europe, America and Canada on their skiing holidays - and the vast majority have a great time. However, the dangers of mountain sports should not be taken lightly. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-stay-safe-on-the-slopes/0013278/ Tue, 17, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-stay-safe-on-the-slopes_0013278.aspx Avoid a boiler breakdown <![CDATA[Given the huge costs of repairing or replacing a boiler, you can't afford to be caught out by a cold snap. Looking after your boiler and knowing what to do when there is a problem could save you money.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/avoid-a-boiler-breakdown/0013243/ Mon, 16, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/avoid-a-boiler-breakdown_0013243.aspx Will the new MOT rules cost you? <![CDATA[Drivers already struggling with soaring fuel and insurance prices could face the added sting of unexpected repair bills because of new MOT rules which came into force this month.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/will-the-new-MOT-rules-cost-you/0013245/ Mon, 16, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/will-the-new-MOT-rules-cost-you_0013245.aspx The best way to pay for car insurance <![CDATA[&nbsp;Millions of drivers are hit with extra charges for their car insurance because they pay for it monthly rather than annually.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/the-best-way-to-pay-for-car-insurance/0013195/ Wed, 11, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/the-best-way-to-pay-for-car-insurance_0013195.aspx Guide to starting your own business <![CDATA[The number of people who are becoming self-employed has reached a record high, with many having no other option but to go it alone.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/guide-to-starting-your-own-business/0012948/ Mon, 09, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/guide-to-starting-your-own-business_0012948.aspx Why exercise helps your pockets as well as your health <![CDATA[January is traditionally a time when people hit the treadmills, determined to work off the Christmas calories, but research by MoneySupermarket has shown that this year could be different.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-exercise-helps-your-pockets-as-well-as-your-health/0012731/ Thu, 05, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-exercise-helps-your-pockets-as-well-as-your-health_0012731.aspx What to do when storms strike <![CDATA[Storms have ravaged much of the UK in recent days, and with more bad weather on the way, insurers are advising homeowners to batten down the hatches.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-to-do-when-storms-strike/0012732/ Thu, 05, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-to-do-when-storms-strike_0012732.aspx How you can save more than &pound;1,000 in 2012 <![CDATA[Times were tight for most of us in 2011, and with little sign of things improving any time soon it's more important than ever to make your money work as hard as possible for you.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-you-can-save-more-than-one-thousand-pounds-in-two-thousand-and-twelve/0012734/ Thu, 05, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-you-can-save-more-than-one-thousand-pounds-in-two-thousand-and-twelve_0012734.aspx Do you have enough home insurance? <![CDATA[If you or your family were lucky enough to be showered with valuable presents this Christmas, it may mean that you no longer have adequate home insurance cover.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/do-you-have-enough-home-insurance/0012719/ Wed, 04, Jan 2012 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/do-you-have-enough-home-insurance_0012719.aspx New Year financial resolutions <![CDATA[Once the Christmas and New Year party season comes to an end, many of us come back down to earth with a bump - especially if we have overspent on our festivities.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-year-financial-resolutions/0012710/ Wed, 28, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-year-financial-resolutions_0012710.aspx Why insurance is the perfect present for your pet <![CDATA[Pampered pets across the country will be spoilt by devoted owners this Christmas, but despite treating them like one of the family, many people don't have insurance in place to cover vet bills if their animal were to become seriously ill or injured.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-insurance-is-the-perfect-present-for-your-pet/0012625/ Tue, 13, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-insurance-is-the-perfect-present-for-your-pet_0012625.aspx Travel cover for festive breaks <![CDATA[Thousands of people will get away from it all this Christmas by heading overseas, but if you're planning a holiday abroad, don't forget to pack travel insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/travel-cover-for-festive-breaks/0012624/ Mon, 12, Dec 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/travel-cover-for-festive-breaks_0012624.aspx What the Autumn Statement means for you <![CDATA[The Autumn Statement was never going to be filled with festive cheer given current difficult economic conditions, but there were a few measures announced which will help those struggling to meet living costs.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-the-autumn-statement-means-for-you/0012530/ Tue, 29, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-the-autumn-statement-means-for-you_0012530.aspx Cover up this winter <![CDATA[The weather may still be unseasonably warm, but the recent fog has provided a timely reminder of how the elements can affect our festive plans.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/cover-up-this-winter/0012453/ Tue, 22, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/cover-up-this-winter_0012453.aspx 10 tips to cut the cost of fuel <![CDATA[Steep fuel prices are hitting motorists hard, but the government is coming under increasing pressure to do more to help drivers next year.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-tips-to-cut-the-cost-of-fuel/0012425/ Tue, 15, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-tips-to-cut-the-cost-of-fuel_0012425.aspx Getting your life covered <![CDATA[No-one likes to think about dying, but it's vital to consider how your family would survive financially if you were no longer around. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/getting-your-life-covered/0012411/ Wed, 09, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/getting-your-life-covered_0012411.aspx Is boiler cover worth it? <![CDATA[With household purses already stretched to the limit this winter, the added cost of boiler breakdown cover can seem like an unnecessary expense]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-boiler-cover-worth-it/0012408/ Tue, 08, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-boiler-cover-worth-it_0012408.aspx Cut home insurance costs <![CDATA[Tempting as it may be to stick with the same home insurance company year after year, loyalty definitely doesn't pay.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/cut-home-insurance-costs/0012395/ Wed, 02, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/cut-home-insurance-costs_0012395.aspx Have you got breakdown cover? <![CDATA[Winter weather can cause chaos for motorists - but breakdown cover will ensure you don't get left out in the cold.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/have-you-got-breakdown-cover/0012396/ Wed, 02, Nov 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/have-you-got-breakdown-cover_0012396.aspx How to bring your rate of inflation down <![CDATA[Inflation hit 5.2% in September, mainly due to gas and electricity price hikes, but there are things we all can do to tackle the soaring cost of living and ensure we keep our bills to a minimum. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-bring-your-rate-of-inflation-down/0012362/ Thu, 20, Oct 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-bring-your-rate-of-inflation-down_0012362.aspx Get ready for winter <![CDATA[We may have enjoyed an unusually warm start to winter, but there's no escaping the fact that cold weather is just around the corner.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/get-ready-for-winter/0012352/ Wed, 12, Oct 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/get-ready-for-winter_0012352.aspx What's your postcode doing to insurance costs? <![CDATA[Why does your postcode matter? It can affect where your children go to school; which doctor you can sign up for; what direct mail marketing literature you receive; the amount you pay for Council Tax...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-is-your-postcode-doing-to-insurance-costs/0012324/ Tue, 04, Oct 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-is-your-postcode-doing-to-insurance-costs_0012324.aspx How to beat rising home insurance <![CDATA[The cost of home insurance is set to increase over the next few months but taking a few simple measures now you can help keep premiums to a minimum.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-rising-home-insurance/0012284/ Fri, 16, Sep 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-rising-home-insurance_0012284.aspx Drive down car insurance costs <![CDATA[The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is to investigate the soaring cost of car insurance to establish whether drivers are being overcharged for cover, but in the meantime there are plenty of steps motorists can take to keep premiums down.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/drive-down-car-insurance-costs/0012275/ Wed, 14, Sep 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/drive-down-car-insurance-costs_0012275.aspx Why it pays to have travel insurance <![CDATA[When it comes to preparing for a round-the-world trip, forking out for comprehensive travel insurance on top of all your other costs often seems about as appealing as going for your Hepatitis jabs.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-it-pays-to-have-travel-insurance/0012245/ Wed, 07, Sep 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-it-pays-to-have-travel-insurance_0012245.aspx Insurance options for students <![CDATA[The average student heading to university this autumn will take with them possessions worth a staggering &pound;2,652 - but many will fail to protect them.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/insurance-options-for-students/0012227/ Thu, 01, Sep 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/insurance-options-for-students_0012227.aspx Motorists waste &pound;2.4 billion a year <![CDATA[Autumn is one of the busiest times of the year for car insurance renewals, but millions of drivers will waste money by sticking with their existing insurer rather than looking for a better deal elsewhere.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/motorists-waste-two-point-four-billion-a-year/0012151/ Wed, 24, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/motorists-waste-two-point-four-billion-a-year_0012151.aspx Travel insurance: all you need to know <![CDATA[Travel insurance is an essential purchase, but with so many options it's easy to leave yourself without the right cover. In this mini-series, Bob Atkinson delves into all aspects of travel policies...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/travel-insurance-all-you-need-to-know/0012113/ Thu, 18, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/travel-insurance-all-you-need-to-know_0012113.aspx Flash floods: are you protected? <![CDATA[Flash floods across Southern England have caused widespread disruption and damage to homes and vehicles. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/flash-floods-are-you-protected/0012123/ Thu, 18, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/flash-floods-are-you-protected_0012123.aspx How should you pay for car insurance? <![CDATA[When money is tight, finding the cash to cover your annual insurance policies can be a big burden - especially as premium hikes of up to a third last year alone mean that a typical driver now pays close to &pound;1,000 for his or her car cover. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-should-you-pay-for-car-insurance/0012109/ Wed, 17, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-should-you-pay-for-car-insurance_0012109.aspx How comprehensive is fully comprehensive car insurance? <![CDATA[Competition in the car insurance market has resulted in the level of cover being diluted as insurers battle to offer the lowest premiums.<br />]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-comprehensive-is-your-fully-comprehensive-car-insurance/0012099/ Wed, 10, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-comprehensive-is-your-fully-comprehensive-car-insurance_0012099.aspx Are you protected against riots? <![CDATA['It's bedlam on the streets' said one resident of Clapham in south London - one of the areas worst-affected by riots and looting over the last few days.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-you-protected-against-riots/0012095/ Tue, 09, Aug 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-you-protected-against-riots_0012095.aspx When it pays to buy home insurance online <![CDATA[An increasing number of people are buying home insurance online through price comparison sites according to new research from Defaqto.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/when-it-pays-to-buy-home-insurance-online/0011891/ Thu, 21, Jul 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/when-it-pays-to-buy-home-insurance-online_0011891.aspx 10 insurance myths - busted! <![CDATA[With the summer holidays around the corner and the soaring cost of car insurance prompting more drivers to shop around for their policies, the number of people looking for value-for-money cover is higher than ever.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/10-insurance-myths-busted/0011781/ Thu, 30, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/10-insurance-myths-busted_0011781.aspx How bikers can save even more on motorbike insurance <![CDATA[If biking is one of your passions, are you getting the best deal on your motorbike insurance? Unless you shop around each year and compare prices, chances are you're probably not.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-bikers-can-save-even-more-on-motorbike-insurance/0009739/ Tue, 06, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-bikers-can-save-even-more-on-motorbike-insurance_0009739.aspx Households forced to make cutbacks <![CDATA[Four in 10 of us, equivalent to around 20 million Britons, have been forced to make significant cutbacks to our everyday spending since the end of last year, according to new research from Axa.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/households-forced-to-make-cutbacks/0011669/ Wed, 08, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/households-forced-to-make-cutbacks_0011669.aspx Is your car insured abroad? <![CDATA[Britons taking their cars on holiday to Continental Europe this summer are being warned to check their motor insurance policy terms and conditions before setting off - or risk travelling without sufficient cover.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-car-insured-abroad/0011666/ Wed, 08, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-car-insured-abroad_0011666.aspx How young drivers can beat record insurance costs <![CDATA[The average cost of insuring a car for young drivers has soared to a record high of &pound;3,688, according to figures from moneysupermarket.com - but there are things you can do to keep insurance bills down.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-young-drivers-can-beat-record-insurance-costs/0011643/ Wed, 01, Jun 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-young-drivers-can-beat-record-insurance-costs_0011643.aspx Get covered for summer getaways, whatever your age <![CDATA[Travel disruption caused by Icelandic volcanic ash has reaffirmed the need for travel insurance - but older travellers face a battle to find competitively priced cover.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/get-covered-for-summer-getaways-whatever-your-age/11603/ Wed, 25, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/get-covered-for-summer-getaways-whatever-your-age_11603.aspx 10 ways to cut motoring costs <![CDATA[Soaring fuel prices combined with steep insurance costs are driving already stretched motorists round the bend - but there are ways to keep costs down.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-ways-to-cut-motoring-costs/0011600/ Wed, 25, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-ways-to-cut-motoring-costs_0011600.aspx Ash cloud threatens travel plans <![CDATA[Just over a year after the ash cloud paralysed air travel, the eruption of another Icelandic volcano is threatening the plans of millions of UK travellers.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ash-cloud-threatens-travel-plans/0011598/ Mon, 23, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ash-cloud-threatens-travel-plans_0011598.aspx Think twice before modifying your car <![CDATA[Splashing out on alloy wheels or adding a built-in car phone could see the cost of your car insurance rocket, so always check what impact any modifications will have on your premiums before going ahead.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/think-twice-before-modifying-your-car/0011575/ Wed, 18, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/think-twice-before-modifying-your-car_0011575.aspx How to prepare for redundancy <![CDATA[Almost one in three Britons are worried about being made redundant in the next 12 months, but if you think your job is under threat, there are ways to prepare for the worst.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-prepare-for-redundancy/0011576/ Wed, 18, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-prepare-for-redundancy_0011576.aspx 25 money mistakes that cost you dear <![CDATA[Most of us will admit to making the odd money mistake now and again, but make too many of them and the chances are you'll end up seriously out of pocket.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/twenty-five-money-mistakes-that-cost-you-dear/0011560/ Fri, 13, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/twenty-five-money-mistakes-that-cost-you-dear_0011560.aspx Household finances at breaking point <![CDATA[Soaring living costs mean that nearly one in four people wouldn't be able to cope if their monthly expenditure was stretched any further - but there are ways to help relieve the financial pressure.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/household-finances-at-breaking-point/0011532/ Thu, 12, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/household-finances-at-breaking-point_0011532.aspx New car insurance rules affect everyone <![CDATA[Drivers could be hit with a fine of up to &pound;1,000 when new car insurance rules take effect in June.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-car-insurance-rules-affect-everyone/0011524/ Wed, 11, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-car-insurance-rules-affect-everyone_0011524.aspx How to make a PPI claim <![CDATA[If you think you've been mis-sold Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) then an important decision today means you should start looking at your options for claiming back the money.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-make-a-ppi-claim/0011504/ Mon, 09, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-make-a-ppi-claim_0011504.aspx Va-va-voom: What's the car of choice for motorists? <![CDATA[What is the UK's most popular car? Find out with our nifty infographic...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/va-va-voom-what-is-the-car-of-choice-for-motorists/0011503/ Fri, 06, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/va-va-voom-what-is-the-car-of-choice-for-motorists_0011503.aspx How to beat the income squeeze <![CDATA[Households will be &pound;780 worse off on average this year as high inflation, stagnant salaries and benefit cuts take their toll - but there are ways to recoup this money.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-the-income-squeeze/0011493/ Thu, 05, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-the-income-squeeze_0011493.aspx How small cars cut insurance costs <![CDATA[The spiralling cost of motoring is driving increasing numbers of people to use smaller, more economical cars in a bid to keep bills down.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-small-cars-cut-insurance-costs/0011464/ Wed, 04, May 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-small-cars-cut-insurance-costs_0011464.aspx Home insurance costs rise fastest in Surrey <![CDATA[People living in Surrey and Scotland have seen the biggest hikes in the cost of home insurance, according to new research from moneysupermarket.com.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/home-insurance-costs-rise-fastest-in-Surrey/0011413/ Wed, 27, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/home-insurance-costs-rise-fastest-in-Surrey_0011413.aspx Car insurance: Are you breaking the law? <![CDATA[With car insurance premiums soaring, particularly for younger drivers, an increasing number of parents are insuring their son or daughter's car in their name adding their child as a named driver. While this can reduce the cost of cover, it's illegal and could result in the policy being invalidated.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/car-insurance-are-you-breaking-the-law/0011415/ Wed, 27, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/car-insurance-are-you-breaking-the-law_0011415.aspx How to find the right car insurance cover at the right price <![CDATA[The cost of car insurance has soared by 40% over the last 12 months, leaving many motorists struggling to afford to stay on the road.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-find-the-right-car-insurance-cover-at-the-right-price/0011404/ Tue, 26, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-find-the-right-car-insurance-cover-at-the-right-price_0011404.aspx How to protect your dependants financially <![CDATA[British adults with dependants spend an average of &pound;10,339 a year supporting them, new research shows. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-protect-your-dependents-financially/0011375/ Thu, 21, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-protect-your-dependents-financially_0011375.aspx Court rules against banks on PPI mis-selling <![CDATA[Millions of consumers who think they have been mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI) could be in line for compensation after a High Court judge today ruled that the banking industry must consider their claims.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/court-rules-against-banks-on-ppi-mis-selling/0011371/ Wed, 20, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/court-rules-against-banks-on-ppi-mis-selling_0011371.aspx Is your multi-car policy costing you more? <![CDATA[If you've got more than one car, then it might seem obvious to go for a multi-car policy, but this may not always be the most cost-effective route.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-multi-car-policy-costing-you-more/0011365/ Fri, 15, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-multi-car-policy-costing-you-more_0011365.aspx Don't get caught without cover on the Continent <![CDATA[Trips across the Channel are always popular at Easter, and the fact that we have an extra Bank Holiday courtesy of Wills and Kate this year makes it an even better time to take the car over to the Continent for a short break.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-get-caught-without-cover-on-the-continent/0011305/ Thu, 07, Apr 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-get-caught-without-cover-on-the-continent_0011305.aspx The hidden cost of speeding convictions <![CDATA[We all know that if you get caught speeding you can expect to pay a fine, but do you know how much a speeding conviction can cost you in the long-term?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/the-hidden-cost-of-speeding-convictions/0011248/ Wed, 30, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/the-hidden-cost-of-speeding-convictions_0011248.aspx Focus on: New car insurance for young drivers <![CDATA[While the fuel duty reduction announced in the Budget may have brought some relief to young drivers, for many the cost of motoring remains unaffordable due to steep insurance premiums.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/focus-on-new-car-insurance-for-young-drivers/0011177/ Thu, 24, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/focus-on-new-car-insurance-for-young-drivers_0011177.aspx Are 'Stop Start' drivers putting you at risk? <![CDATA[The chances you will have to make a car insurance claim&nbsp;could be pushed up by a new hazard on the roads - the 'Stop Start' driver.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-stop-start-drivers-putting-you-at-risk/0011154/ Tue, 22, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-stop-start-drivers-putting-you-at-risk_0011154.aspx Beat the 2011 Budget <![CDATA[There may have been some relief for motorists and first time buyers in today's Budget, but millions of people are still struggling to cope with soaring living costs.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beat-the-2011-budget/0011159/ Wed, 23, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beat-the-2011-budget_0011159.aspx Top tips to cut Easter holiday costs <![CDATA[Thousands of people will head off on holiday abroad this Easter, but if you're one of them, make sure you don't end up paying for your break long after you've landed back in the UK.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/top-tips-to-cut-easter-holiday-costs/0011117/ Thu, 17, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/top-tips-to-cut-easter-holiday-costs_0011117.aspx How uninsured drivers cost us all dear <![CDATA[You might think uninsured drivers are only a problem if you're involved in a collision with one, but in reality they are pushing up insurance costs for all of us.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-uninsured-drivers-cost-us-all-dear/0011095/ Tue, 15, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-uninsured-drivers-cost-us-all-dear_0011095.aspx How young drivers can cut insurance costs <![CDATA[If you're a teenage driver you'll know already that the cost of car insurance is high - but did you know that a recent EU ruling on gender discrimination could send some teen premiums even higher?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-young-drivers-can-cut-insurance-costs/0011053/ Tue, 08, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-young-drivers-can-cut-insurance-costs_0011053.aspx What the end of sex discrimination means for you <![CDATA[Following a landmark ruling from the European Court of Justice, insurers will no longer be allowed to factor in gender when working out premiums. But the implications go far beyond car insurance... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-the-end-of-sex-discrimination-means-for-you/0011038/ Thu, 03, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-the-end-of-sex-discrimination-means-for-you_0011038.aspx EU bans insurers from sex discrimination <![CDATA[Insurers will soon be banned from using an applicant's gender to determine the price of their policy, following a ruling from the European Court of Justice.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/european-union-bans-insurers-from-sex-discrimination/0011009/ Tue, 01, Mar 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/european-union-bans-insurers-from-sex-discrimination_0011009.aspx Drivers pour &pound;1.7billion down the drain <![CDATA[If your car insurance policy comes up for renewal in the next few weeks, don't automatically accept the quote from your existing insurer - or you could end paying much more than you need to.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/drivers-pour-1-point-7-billion-down-the-drain/0010995/ Thu, 24, Feb 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/drivers-pour-1-point-7-billion-down-the-drain_0010995.aspx Talking point: Is car insurance sexist? <![CDATA[Next month the European Court of Justice will rule on whether or not it's legal to consider gender when calculating insurance premiums. But is it really sexist that women pay less for cover than men?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/talking-point-is-car-insurance-sexist/0010894/ Thu, 10, Feb 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/talking-point-is-car-insurance-sexist_0010894.aspx Top tips if you're buying a car <![CDATA[Buying a car is an expensive business and there's a lot to consider, whether it's fresh off the production line or simply new to you.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/top-tips-if-you-re-buying-a-car/0008473/ Fri, 12, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/top-tips-if-you-re-buying-a-car_0008473.aspx Car insurance: Delays cost cash <![CDATA[Every day you waste before buying your policy could increase what you pay... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/car-insurance-delays-cost-cash/0010842/ Fri, 28, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/car-insurance-delays-cost-cash_0010842.aspx Booked your holiday? Protect it NOW <![CDATA[January is one of the busiest months for booking holidays online, but if you're planning a break, don't forget to buy travel insurance too.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/booked-your-holiday-protect-it-now/0010799/ Wed, 19, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/booked-your-holiday-protect-it-now_0010799.aspx Top wedding planning tips <![CDATA[Wedding fever is gripping the nation as Kate and Will prepare to tie the knot on April 29, but if you're getting married this year, make sure it goes without a hitch by sorting out your finances first.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/top-wedding-planning-tips/0010778/ Wed, 12, Jan 2011 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/top-wedding-planning-tips_0010778.aspx Stranded by snow? Your rights <![CDATA[We take a look at your rights if your travel plans are disrupted by the heavy snowfall... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/stranded-by-snow-your-rights/0010673/ Tue, 21, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/stranded-by-snow-your-rights_0010673.aspx Why pet insurance is for life and not just for Christmas <![CDATA[Rescue centres regularly report a post-Christmas deluge of unwanted moggies and doggies given as gifts, with cost often cited as the reason their owners cannot care for them.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-pet-insurance-is-for-life-and-not-just-for-christmas/0010663/ Thu, 16, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-pet-insurance-is-for-life-and-not-just-for-christmas_0010663.aspx Ten top tips for Santa Claus <![CDATA[Father Christmas is all set to deliver his sackloads of presents this Christmas, but like the rest of us, he might have splashed out more than he intended.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-top-tips-for-santa-claus/0010654/ Wed, 15, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-top-tips-for-santa-claus_0010654.aspx Are your presents safe this Christmas? <![CDATA[People will put an average of &pound;195 worth of presents under the tree this year, so it pays to check your household insurance policy will cover costs if they get stolen or damaged.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-your-presents-safe-this-christmas/0010630/ Thu, 09, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-your-presents-safe-this-christmas_0010630.aspx 10 tips for getting your car ready for winter <![CDATA[Last week's big freeze caught thousands of motorists unawares and demonstrated just how important it is to ensure your car is prepared for cold weather.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-tips-for-getting-your-car-ready-for-winter/0010548/ Mon, 06, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-tips-for-getting-your-car-ready-for-winter_0010548.aspx Beating financial confusion <![CDATA[Older Britons find financial products such as annuities and insurance confusing, according to new research from the&nbsp;charity Age UK.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beating-financial-confusion/0010527/ Thu, 02, Dec 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beating-financial-confusion_0010527.aspx Winter-proof your home <![CDATA[As freezing temperatures grip the country, homeowners should take steps as soon as possible to avoid cold weather damage that might result in an insurance claim.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/winter-proof-your-home/0010498/ Tue, 30, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/winter-proof-your-home_0010498.aspx Don't ruin your holiday <![CDATA[When taking out travel insurance, it can be tempting to opt for the cheapest possible level of cover.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/make-sure-your-travel-insurance-covers-you/0010434/ Wed, 17, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/make-sure-your-travel-insurance-covers-you_0010434.aspx Protect yourself against floods <![CDATA[It's that time of year again when certain pockets of the country are suddenly gripped by devastating flash floods.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/protect-yourself-against-floods/0010436/ Wed, 17, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/protect-yourself-against-floods_0010436.aspx 10 ways to beat soaring bills <![CDATA[With money tight and household bills on the up, it has never been more important to shop around for the best deals on everything from gas and electricity to family days out.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-ways-to-beat-soaring-bills/0010416/ Wed, 10, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-ways-to-beat-soaring-bills_0010416.aspx Beware uninsured drivers! <![CDATA[Everybody knows that driving in winter brings greater risks. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beware-uninsured-drivers/0010381/ Thu, 04, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beware-uninsured-drivers_0010381.aspx Protect your car and home against winter woes <![CDATA[The weather is turning and the nights are darker - two sure signs for homeowners and motorists to begin preparing for the wrath of winter...<br />]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/protect-your-car-and-home-against-winter-woes/0010374/ Wed, 03, Nov 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/protect-your-car-and-home-against-winter-woes_0010374.aspx Protect your home as nights draw in <![CDATA[The clocks go back on Sunday, meaning darker evenings for opportunistic thieves to target your home and car. So how can you keep you and your belongings safe? We take a look... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/protect-your-home-as-nights-draw-in/0010335/ Wed, 27, Oct 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/protect-your-home-as-nights-draw-in_0010335.aspx Ten ways to beat the fuel hikes <![CDATA[The cost of petrol seems to go up and up. Here, we look at some of other ways you can beat rising fuel costs...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-ways-to-beat-the-fuel-hikes/0010218/ Tue, 28, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-ways-to-beat-the-fuel-hikes_0010218.aspx Should young drivers be kept off the roads? <![CDATA[It's a tough time to be a teenage driver; this week saw recommendations that newly qualified young drivers should be banned from driving at night, while car insurance premiums for this age group continue to soar.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/should-young-drivers-be-kept-off-the-roads/0010202/ Wed, 22, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/should-young-drivers-be-kept-off-the-roads_0010202.aspx Insurers get tough on fraud <![CDATA[Insurance firms are starting to automatically check the claims histories of car insurance applicants as one in 10 fail to tell the truth when applying for cover. Here, we explain how to get the best deal on your car insurance, without resorting to fraud... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/insurers-get-tough-on-fraud/0010083/ Wed, 08, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/insurers-get-tough-on-fraud_0010083.aspx Saving money on student insurance <![CDATA[Students typically carry more than &pound;1,300-worth of gadgets such as mobiles, laptops and iPods around with them, according to research from Endsleigh. If you're one of them, it pays to make sure your possessions are protected.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/saving-money-on-student-insurance/0010073/ Fri, 03, Sep 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/saving-money-on-student-insurance_0010073.aspx Save &pound;233 by shopping round for motor cover <![CDATA[Up to nine million drivers could be missing out on substantial savings by automatically renewing their car insurance with their existing provider.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/save-233-by-shopping-round-for-motor-cover/0010034/ Wed, 25, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/save-233-by-shopping-round-for-motor-cover_0010034.aspx Is your travel insurance up to scratch? <![CDATA[It's the last bank holiday of the summer and thousands of people will be hitting the roads or heading overseas to take advantage of the long weekend. But is your travel insurance up to scratch?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-travel-insurance-up-to-scratch/0010032/ Mon, 23, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-travel-insurance-up-to-scratch_0010032.aspx Could you cut motor premiums with a pick and mix policy? <![CDATA[There's a new car insurance policy on the market that allows you to buy basic cover and then add options like breakdown cover or legal assistance if you want them. But could this kind of pick and mix policy save you cash?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/could-you-cut-motor-premiums-with-pick-and-mix-policy/0009941/ Tue, 10, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/could-you-cut-motor-premiums-with-pick-and-mix-policy_0009941.aspx Do you live in a top 20 home theft hotspot? <![CDATA[Homeowners are being urged to be more vigilant when it comes to security, after the Association of British Insurers revealed 80,000 domestic burglary claims totalling &pound;84 million were made last summer alone.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/do-you-live-in-a-top-20-home-theft-hotspot/0009888/ Fri, 06, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/do-you-live-in-a-top-20-home-theft-hotspot_0009888.aspx Louise saves over &pound;1,000 to treat the kids <![CDATA[Despite being in the enviable position of not having a mortgage or credit card debts to pay, Louise Broerse still finds that she has limited cash left over at the end of the month.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/makeover-louise-saves-over-1000-pounds-to-treat-the-kids/0009877/ Tue, 03, Aug 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/makeover-louise-saves-over-1000-pounds-to-treat-the-kids_0009877.aspx PPI: Your questions answered <![CDATA[Lloyds Banking Group was this week applauded for scrapping sales of much-criticised payment protection insurance (PPI) to customers who borrow money through its mortgages, loans or credit cards.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ppi-your-questions-answered/0009853/ Wed, 28, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ppi-your-questions-answered_0009853.aspx Don't be loyal to your home insurer <![CDATA[Millions of people are missing out on potential savings of well over a hundred pounds a year by automatically accepting the home insurance renewal quote offered by their insurer.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/Dont-be-loyal-to-your-home-insurer/0009758/ Fri, 09, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/Dont-be-loyal-to-your-home-insurer_0009758.aspx Beat the rise in Insurance Premium Tax <![CDATA[Tucked away in all the changes to taxes and benefits in the Emergency&nbsp;Budget was a little known tax on insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beat-the-rise-in-insurance-premium-tax/0009712/ Mon, 05, Jul 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beat-the-rise-in-insurance-premium-tax_0009712.aspx Car insurance: Why third party cover isn't the cheapest option <![CDATA[The more comprehensive and inclusive your motor insurance, the more it will cost, right? Actually that's wrong, new research from moneysupermarket.com has shown.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-more-car-insurance-can-cost-less/0009690/ Wed, 30, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-more-car-insurance-can-cost-less_0009690.aspx How to beat the budget cuts <![CDATA[With the swingeing cuts outlined by the Chancellor George Osborne today, there has simply never been a better time to make efficiencies to your own household budget.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-the-budget-cuts/0009665/ Tue, 22, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-the-budget-cuts_0009665.aspx Couple saves &pound;6,000 on credit card debt <![CDATA[Like many of us, Ian&nbsp;Lindley and his girlfriend Lorraine Jones are concerned that they shell out more than they need to on bills, and especially on credit card debt.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/couple-saves-six-thousand-pounds-on-credit-card-debt/0009636/ Fri, 18, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/couple-saves-six-thousand-pounds-on-credit-card-debt_0009636.aspx Ten ways to beat a rip-off summer <![CDATA[Summer can be expensive enough, without falling foul of cheats or needlessly high charges, so what can you do to avoid rip-offs and scams?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-ways-to-beat-a-rip-off-summer/0009433/ Thu, 03, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-ways-to-beat-a-rip-off-summer_0009433.aspx Ten steps to keep your garden safe <![CDATA[Here in the UK, we may not get much sun but when it does start to shine, we start to splurge. Many of us have gardens crammed full of expensive ornaments, tools, plants and recreational gear like barbeques and outdoor furniture.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-steps-to-keep-your-garden-safe/0009429/ Thu, 03, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-steps-to-keep-your-garden-safe_0009429.aspx Build your own financial dream team <![CDATA[The teams have been announced, the players are making their way to South Africa and the excitement is building. Many of us will be submitting our dream teams in preparation for the tournament and moneysupermarket.com is no different.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/build-your-own-financial-dream-team/0009431/ Thu, 03, Jun 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/build-your-own-financial-dream-team_0009431.aspx How to beat soaring car insurance costs <![CDATA[Motorists are getting a shock when their car insurance comes up for renewal because prices are rocketing. Premiums have risen by around 20% over the past year according, to The AA. But don't despair, there are still ways to beat these rises.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-soaring-car-insurance-costs/0009413/ Thu, 27, May 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-soaring-car-insurance-costs_0009413.aspx Volcanic ash: Your travel questions answered <![CDATA[Are you high and dry at Heathrow? Marooned in Malta? Stranded in Spain? The volcano has struck again and&nbsp;many travellers face problems and delays. If you're one of them, what are your rights and will anyone reimburse you?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/grounded-by-the-volcano-what-are-your-rights/0009054/ Thu, 15, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/grounded-by-the-volcano-what-are-your-rights_0009054.aspx Home insurance hotspots revealed <![CDATA[Here it is - a map of the cheapest and most expensive places to buy home insurance in the UK.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/home-insurance-hotspots-revealed/0009212/ Fri, 14, May 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/home-insurance-hotspots-revealed_0009212.aspx Is yours the most expensive area for home insurance? <![CDATA[Home insurance premiums vary hugely and it's not just down to the size of the property you live in and value of your belongings. Your postcode is also a contributing factor - so is where you live one of the cheapest or more expensive areas of the country?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-yours-the-most-expensive-area-for-home-insurance/0009203/ Thu, 13, May 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-yours-the-most-expensive-area-for-home-insurance_0009203.aspx How to beat the looming tax hikes <![CDATA[Days of discussions are over and now the country is entering relatively unknown waters and the challenges of a coalition government. But one thing seems certain - cuts are coming and tax hikes are on the cards, so how can you beat them?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-the-looming-tax-hikes/0009200/ Wed, 12, May 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-the-looming-tax-hikes_0009200.aspx Is travel insurance worth buying? <![CDATA[Thousands of travellers who were affected by the volcanic ash cloud have been left out of pocket because they aren't covered by their travel insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-travel-insurance-worth-buying/0009133/ Thu, 29, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-travel-insurance-worth-buying_0009133.aspx Bikers! Bring down your premiums <![CDATA[The sun is coming out, the rain is holding off and across the country, men and women are climbing into their leathers and onto their bikes - but how can they pay less for cover?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/bikers-bring-down-your-premiums/0009127/ Wed, 28, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/bikers-bring-down-your-premiums_0009127.aspx Are your digital downloads insured? <![CDATA[Would your digital music collection be covered if you were forced to make a claim on your home insurance? The average UK adult has almost &pound;1,200-worth of music, films and software but just three in 10 of the most popular contents policies cover it... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-your-digital-downloads-insured/9089/ Thu, 22, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-your-digital-downloads-insured_9089.aspx How to reclaim volcano travel costs <![CDATA[If you've been stranded overseas by the ash cloud then you're probably hundreds, if not thousands, of pounds out of pocket. EU rules say you can reclaim that money - but how?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-reclaim-your-volcano-travel-costs/0009088/ Thu, 22, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-reclaim-your-volcano-travel-costs_0009088.aspx How to beat record petrol prices <![CDATA[Petrol prices are at a record high, but we've compiled a list of top tips that should help you offset the rising cost of driving.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-record-petrol-prices/0009007/ Fri, 09, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-record-petrol-prices_0009007.aspx Your personal finance manifesto <![CDATA[We all face difficult and challenging personal finance decisions, whether we're savers searching for the best returns, or borrowers trying to bring down the cost of our debt.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/your-personal-finance-manifesto/0008998/ Fri, 09, Apr 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/your-personal-finance-manifesto_0008998.aspx Speeding map of the UK <![CDATA[The map (below) is based on almost 2million car insurance quotes run over the past few months on moneysupermarket.com. It shows the location of people (not where the offence took place) who have got 'SP30'driving convictions&nbsp;- that's speeding in a 30 mile an hour zone.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/speeding-map-of-the-uk/0008939/ Tue, 30, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/speeding-map-of-the-uk_0008939.aspx Q&A Quinn Insurance Group in administration <![CDATA[Quinn Insurance Group has gone into administration, meaning Quinn Insurance UK has been ordered to stop writing new policies. But what does it mean if you're already insured by the company?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/q-and-a-quinn-insurance-group-administration/0008944/ Tue, 30, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/q-and-a-quinn-insurance-group-administration_0008944.aspx When did you last change your home insurer? <![CDATA[Given our love of getting a good deal, we are letting ourselves down when it comes to home insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/when-did-you-last-change-your-home-insurer/0008908/ Fri, 26, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/when-did-you-last-change-your-home-insurer_0008908.aspx BA strike - your questions answered <![CDATA[Once again, British Airways (BA) cabin crew are set to strike. So will your travel plans be disrupted?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/fresh-ba-strikes-your-questions-answered/0008603/ Tue, 23, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/fresh-ba-strikes-your-questions-answered_0008603.aspx Millions of drivers are breaking the law <![CDATA[With car insurance premiums rising, it's not surprising that drivers are looking for ways to bring down the cost of cover. However, worrying research from moneysupermarket.com reveals that one in 10 families could be inadvertently breaking the law.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/millions-of-drivers-are-breaking-the-law/0008862/ Wed, 17, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/millions-of-drivers-are-breaking-the-law_0008862.aspx Do you have enough life insurance? <![CDATA[Could your dependents cope if you became ill and unable to work, or even died? It's not a pleasant thought, but it's something everyone with a family needs to think about.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-life-insurance-enough-for-your-family/0008768/ Fri, 05, Mar 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-life-insurance-enough-for-your-family_0008768.aspx Are you driving without cover by mistake? <![CDATA[When you think of an uninsured driver, you probably picture a cash-strapped teenager deliberately going without cover to save money. But could you be accidentally invalidating your own policy?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/are-you-driving-without-cover-by-mistake/0008709/ Fri, 26, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/are-you-driving-without-cover-by-mistake_0008709.aspx Is your town plagued by uninsured drivers? <![CDATA[A growing number of people are driving without insurance and moneysupermarket.com has compiled the top 10 UK hotspots for uninsured drivers - is your town one?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-town-plagued-by-uninsured-drivers/0008534/ Mon, 15, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-town-plagued-by-uninsured-drivers_0008534.aspx Moving house? Get organised... <![CDATA[It is said that moving home is up there with death and divorce in terms of the stresses that life can throw at you. But if you're organised and plan ahead the stress can be minimised and your move will hopefully be pretty straightforward.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/moving-house-get-organised/0008470/ Fri, 12, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/moving-house-get-organised_0008470.aspx Honda and Toyota recalls - your questions answered <![CDATA[Millions of motorists face uncertainty this week, as two major car manufacturers started to recall certain models amid concerns over their safety.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/honda-and-toyota-recalls-your-questions-answered/0008461/ Thu, 11, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/honda-and-toyota-recalls-your-questions-answered_0008461.aspx Does your travel insurance cover your ski trip? <![CDATA[If you're off skiing this half term are you prepared for the worst on the piste? Would your travel insurance cover the full cost of a catastrophe or leave you out in the cold?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/does-your-travel-insurance-cover-your-ski-trip/0008425/ Tue, 09, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/does-your-travel-insurance-cover-your-ski-trip_0008425.aspx Should you protect your no claims discount? <![CDATA[Protecting your no claims discount can seem costly, however, you might regret not doing so if you ever have to make a claim.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/should-you-protect-your-no-claims-discount/0008389/ Fri, 05, Feb 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/should-you-protect-your-no-claims-discount_0008389.aspx Beat rocketing car insurance costs <![CDATA[If you've recently renewed your car insurance, you probably noticed that some of the quotes you received were far higher than last year.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beat-rocketing-car-insurance-costs/0008252/ Fri, 29, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beat-rocketing-car-insurance-costs_0008252.aspx Drivers hit by biggest ever premium hike <![CDATA[The cost of the average car insurance premium has soared by almost a fifth over the last 12 months, new research has shown.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/drivers-hit-by-biggest-ever-premium-hike/8210/ Mon, 25, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/drivers-hit-by-biggest-ever-premium-hike_8210.aspx What has the Big Freeze done to your home? <![CDATA[After the Big Freeze comes the Big Thaw but how has your house coped with the heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures it's been subjected to recently?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-has-the-big-freeze-done-to-your-home/0008116/ Fri, 15, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-has-the-big-freeze-done-to-your-home_0008116.aspx Demand for 4x4s set to soar after the 'Big Freeze' <![CDATA[The 'Big Freeze' continues to cause chaos for thousands of motorists. Many have been forced to abandon their cars because of the snow and the treacherous weather conditions are also resulting in a huge increase in the number of road accidents.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/demand-for-four-by-fours-set-to-soar-after-the-big-freeze/0008095/ Wed, 13, Jan 2010 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/demand-for-four-by-fours-set-to-soar-after-the-big-freeze_0008095.aspx Winter chaos - will your travel insurance cover you? <![CDATA[There has been incredible disruption to people's travel plans this year, as threatened strikes, broken trains, collapsing airlines and extreme weather forced thousands of people to abandon their Christmas trips.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/winter-chaos-will-your-travel-insurance-cover-you/0007886/ Wed, 23, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/winter-chaos-will-your-travel-insurance-cover-you_0007886.aspx (Safely) driving home for Christmas <![CDATA[It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas, as snow settles across much of the UK, but how can you stay safe on icy roads?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/safely-driving-home-for-christmas/0007853/ Mon, 21, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/safely-driving-home-for-christmas_0007853.aspx BA strike - your Christmas travel questions answered <![CDATA[The 12 days of Christmas have become 12 days of strikes, as British Airways (BA) cabin crew plan more than a week of action.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ba-strike-your-christmas-travel-questions-answered/0007747/ Mon, 14, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ba-strike-your-christmas-travel-questions-answered_0007747.aspx Is yours one of the most expensive car insurance postcodes? <![CDATA[Scottish drivers pay the lowest car insurance premiums according to new research from moneysupermarket.com, while those in Birmingham and Manchester are hit with the highest insurance costs. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-yours-one-of-the-most-expensive-car-insurance-postcodes/0007631/ Fri, 04, Dec 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-yours-one-of-the-most-expensive-car-insurance-postcodes_0007631.aspx How to claim home insurance after a flood <![CDATA[If you've been flooded out of your home then you're probably still reeling from the shock, but there are things you can do to progress your home insurance claim and get back under your own roof as early as possible.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-claim-home-insurance-after-a-flood/0007534/ Tue, 24, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-claim-home-insurance-after-a-flood_0007534.aspx Floods - everything you need to know <![CDATA[It's a frightening thought that some parts of the country are under eight feet of water and the Cumbrian floods have been described as a once-in-a-thousand-years event. So if you're at risk, what do you need to know?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/floods-everything-you-need-to-know/0007511/ Fri, 20, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/floods-everything-you-need-to-know_0007511.aspx Why you need cover before hitting the slopes <![CDATA[Despite the credit crunch, nearly three million holidaymakers will head for the ski slopes over the winter months.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-you-need-cover-before-hitting-the-slopes/0007490/ Fri, 20, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-you-need-cover-before-hitting-the-slopes_0007490.aspx How to protect your home from the winter weather <![CDATA[This weekend saw gale-force winds and storms rock much of the UK and we're not out of the woods yet.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-protect-your-home-from-the-winter-weather/0007391/ Mon, 16, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-protect-your-home-from-the-winter-weather_0007391.aspx Why women win with car insurance <![CDATA[There is one battle that continues to divide the sexes - the argument about whether men or women are safest on the road.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-women-win-with-car-insurance/0007309/ Tue, 10, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-women-win-with-car-insurance_0007309.aspx Heading off in search of sun? Check you're covered first <![CDATA[The nights are drawing in, the autumn leaves are carpeting the ground and the days are becoming chilly.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/heading-off-in-search-of-sun-check-you-are-covered-first/0007214/ Fri, 06, Nov 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/heading-off-in-search-of-sun-check-you-are-covered-first_0007214.aspx How to keep your home safe this winter <![CDATA[Latest statistics show that overall, crime has fallen 4% over the past year in England and Wales, but burglary is on the up having risen 3%. Home break-ins tend to peak in winter months as opportunistic thieves take advantage of the darker evenings.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-this-winter/0006934/ Thu, 22, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-this-winter_0006934.aspx Record rises in car insurance costs <![CDATA[Car insurance premiums are now rising at the fastest rate in 15 years, according to The AA, so what's behind the rising cost?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/record-rises-in-car-insurance-costs/0006931/ Thu, 22, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/record-rises-in-car-insurance-costs_0006931.aspx The 20 top car theft claim hotspots <![CDATA[Do you live in one of the UK's car theft hotspots? We've analysed data from millions of motor insurance queries and identified the 20 hotspots where people are more likely to have been victims of car-related theft.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/the-twenty--top-car-theft-claim-hotspots/0006738/ Thu, 15, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/the-twenty--top-car-theft-claim-hotspots_0006738.aspx &pound;60m in MPPI to be refunded <![CDATA[Firms providing mortgage payment protection insurance (MPPI) have agreed to provide &pound;60million in refunds, after pressure from the Financial Services Authority (FSA).]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/sixty-million-pounds-in-mppi-to-be-refunded/0006616/ Wed, 07, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/sixty-million-pounds-in-mppi-to-be-refunded_0006616.aspx Insurance - more choice, better deals? <![CDATA[Your age will affect what you pay for insurance. For the over-50s it can mean lower premiums and a wider choice of providers. However, this isn't always the case.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/insurance-more-choice-better-deals/0006589/ Mon, 05, Oct 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/insurance-more-choice-better-deals_0006589.aspx Is your street safe from uninsured drivers? <![CDATA[Want a frightening statistic? In some parts of the UK, up to nearly half the vehicles registered don't have insurance, according to research conducted by the Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB) to mark its Stay Insured campaign.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-street-safe-from-uninsured-drivers/0006294/ Wed, 23, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-street-safe-from-uninsured-drivers_0006294.aspx Ten car insurance myths busted <![CDATA[If you're renewing your car insurance, you probably know that third-party cover is the cheapest and that sticking with your current provider means you get the best deal, right? Wrong. We blow&nbsp;ten car insurance myths out of the water.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-car-insurance-myths-busted/0006175/ Thu, 03, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-car-insurance-myths-busted_0006175.aspx SkyEurope collapse - your questions answered <![CDATA[Another airline has descended into bankruptcy, leaving thousands of passengers stranded far from home and many more fearing they will be unable to regain the cash they spent on their planned holiday.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/skyeurope-collapse-your-questions-answered/0006149/ Wed, 02, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/skyeurope-collapse-your-questions-answered_0006149.aspx Protecting your holiday from a cancellation catastrophe <![CDATA[Looking forward to a holiday? How can you protect yourself if your travel operator goes bust? ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/protecting-your-holiday-from-a-cancellation-catastrophe/0006147/ Wed, 02, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/protecting-your-holiday-from-a-cancellation-catastrophe_0006147.aspx Drivers wasting hundreds of millions by failing to shop around <![CDATA[More than six million motorists don't bother comparing policies when they renew, meaning they are collectively losing an incredible &pound;940million.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/drivers-wasting-hundreds-of-millions-by-failing-to-shop-around/0006133/ Tue, 01, Sep 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/drivers-wasting-hundreds-of-millions-by-failing-to-shop-around_0006133.aspx Beat rising fuel prices <![CDATA[Drivers brace yourselves, because at the start of September the cost of filling your tank is going to rise.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/beat-rising-fuel-prices/0006107/ Wed, 26, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/beat-rising-fuel-prices_0006107.aspx One in five young drivers have no car insurance <![CDATA[Worryingly, a staggering 20% of drivers aged between 17 and 20 are on the roads without insurance, according to new statistics from the Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB).]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/one-in-five-young-drivers-have-no-car-insurance/0006115/ Wed, 26, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/one-in-five-young-drivers-have-no-car-insurance_0006115.aspx Beware the traps when you re-insure <![CDATA[With the new car registration launched in September, it's one of the busiest times of year for insurance renewals. We look at tricks to watch out for and offer tips on how to keep your insurance costs down...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-fall-into-the-reinsurance-trap/0006038/ Fri, 21, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-fall-into-the-reinsurance-trap_0006038.aspx 25 simple steps that could save you &pound;10,000 <![CDATA[Saving money is easy if you know how. We've come up with 25 money-saving tips which could literally make you thousands of pounds a year better off... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/simple-steps-that-could-save-you-ten-thousand-pounds/0006044/ Fri, 21, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/simple-steps-that-could-save-you-ten-thousand-pounds_0006044.aspx Choosing the right insurance for student digs <![CDATA[People might picture student flats looking like something from the Young Ones, but that's now far from the modern reality. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/choosing-the-right-insurance-for-student-digs/0006019/ Thu, 20, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/choosing-the-right-insurance-for-student-digs_0006019.aspx Do you live in one of the 20 riskiest postcodes? <![CDATA[As recession bites, crime levels rise. In fact, during the first three months of 2009 &pound;100million worth of&nbsp;insurance claims were made because of burglary, making it the most expensive quarter for five years.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/do-you-live-in-one-of-the-20-riskiest-postcodes/0005901/ Thu, 13, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/do-you-live-in-one-of-the-20-riskiest-postcodes_0005901.aspx What you should know if you're a landlord <![CDATA[Today's deflated housing market has brought with it raft of consequences that the country's homeowners would not have even thought possible back in the property hey day. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-you-should-know-if-youre-a-landlord/0005909/ Fri, 14, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-you-should-know-if-youre-a-landlord_0005909.aspx Top tips if you're 'staycationing' this summer <![CDATA[Millions of families are holidaying in the UK and with the August Bank Holiday weekend around the corner, many more will be heading off for a short break. We give a checklist of things to make sure you're covered for before you hit the roads and also offer tips on how to find a good last minute bargain...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/top-tips-if-youre-staycationing-this-summer/0005861/ Fri, 07, Aug 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/top-tips-if-youre-staycationing-this-summer_0005861.aspx How to beat rising car insurance costs <![CDATA[The price of insuring a car is rising, so we look at how drivers can find the cover they need at the lowest possible cost.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-beat-rising-car-insurance-costs/0005797/ Thu, 30, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-beat-rising-car-insurance-costs_0005797.aspx Swine flu - does your travel insurance protect you? <![CDATA[As you look forward to your family's summer trip this year, you're probably wondering whether swine flu, or H1N1, could throw a spanner in the works.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/swine-flu-and-summer-your-questions-answered/0005596/ Thu, 16, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/swine-flu-and-summer-your-questions-answered_0005596.aspx The Milazzo family save &pound;1,258 <![CDATA[Faye Milazzo and her husband Ivan from Romford, Essex, contacted moneysupermarket.com for a makeover as they want to save some extra cash for life's little luxuries.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/the-milazzo-family-save-1258/0005565/ Mon, 13, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/the-milazzo-family-save-1258_0005565.aspx Don't forget travel insurance <![CDATA[The summer holiday period is in full swing but about 25% of holidaymakers will go away without travel insurance according to research from American Express. This could prove a costly mistake.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/do-not-forget-travel-insurance/0005485/ Wed, 08, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/do-not-forget-travel-insurance_0005485.aspx Why male drivers pay more <![CDATA[Women may be the butt of many jokes about drivers but when it comes to the cost of car insurance, it appears the joke is definitely at the man's expense.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-male-drivers-pay-more/0005450/ Fri, 03, Jul 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-male-drivers-pay-more_0005450.aspx How safe is your garden? <![CDATA[The good weather doesn't come around too often in the UK so it's no wonder we do everything we can to make the most of it when it's here - even if we have to splash the cash to do so.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-safe-is-your-garden/0005169/ Fri, 05, Jun 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-safe-is-your-garden_0005169.aspx Glasgow couple save &pound;550 a year <![CDATA[David Pirie, a 33-year old IT worker, and his wife Karien, live in Lennoxtown near Glasgow. The couple recently used their savings to clear his credit card debts. They are now trying to rebuild their savings pot in order to convert their garage into an extra room.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/glasgow-couple-save-550-pounds-a-year/0005076/ Mon, 01, Jun 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/glasgow-couple-save-550-pounds-a-year_0005076.aspx 10 financial traps to watch out for <![CDATA[The world of personal finance can be full of rewards. There are some great rates and deals to take advantage of, but often, the market-leading products have a number of strings attached. And if you fall foul of the terms and conditions, you could find that the great deal you signed up for could becomes nothing more than a standard product.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-financial-traps-to-watch-out-for/0005069/ Fri, 29, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-financial-traps-to-watch-out-for_0005069.aspx How young drivers can put brakes on insurance costs <![CDATA[It may be good to be young, but it's not so good to be a young driver. Despite the fact that youngsters (those aged 17-21) make up just 7% of all drivers they collectively pay more than &pound;3billion a year on car insurance - that's 32% of the national bill.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-young-drivers-can-put-brakes-on-insurance-costs/0005055/ Thu, 28, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-young-drivers-can-put-brakes-on-insurance-costs_0005055.aspx How to cut the cost of home insurance <![CDATA[Many insurers are seeking to attract new customers and capitalise on the fact that home insurance premiums are rising. Incentives such as a 50% discount off the annual premium are rife at the moment. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-cut-the-cost-of-home-insurance/0005007/ Thu, 21, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-cut-the-cost-of-home-insurance_0005007.aspx Is your car insured abroad? <![CDATA[Motorists planning a trip to continental Europe this Bank Holiday could be hit with a double whammy if they are involved in an accident.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-car-insured-abroad/0004953/ Fri, 15, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-car-insured-abroad_0004953.aspx Money makeover: the Symons family is now &#163;1,500 a year better off <![CDATA[Jo Symons is like a lot of working mums right now - struggling to balance her busy part-time job with the demands of being mum to three-year-old Rosie. Jo, 38, and husband Ray, 46, a full time civil servant, live in a three-bedroomed semi-detached house in Kingston-upon-Thames in Surrey.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/money-makeover-symons-family-now-1500-pounds-a-year-better-off/0004857/ Wed, 06, May 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/money-makeover-symons-family-now-1500-pounds-a-year-better-off_0004857.aspx Don't be forced to give up your pet <![CDATA[The number of people abandoning their pets is soaring and in many cases it's because of financial reasons.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-be-forced-to-give-up-your-pet/0004785/ Thu, 30, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-be-forced-to-give-up-your-pet_0004785.aspx Why travel insurance is a must <![CDATA[If you ever thought that travel insurance was a waste of money then the events of the last few weeks will have reminded you just how important it can be.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-travel-insurance-is-a-must/0004789/ Thu, 30, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-travel-insurance-is-a-must_0004789.aspx Swine flu - your questions answered <![CDATA[Given the concerns about swine flu, the Foreign &amp; Commonwealth Office (FCO) is now advising holidaymakers not to travel to Mexico unless their trip is absolutely essential.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/swine-flu-your-questions-answered/0004708/ Tue, 28, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/swine-flu-your-questions-answered_0004708.aspx Money makeover: we save the Bell family &pound;2,000 <![CDATA[Father-of-two Paul Bell is like countless other parents right now - playing constant catch-up with his monthly finances.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/money-makeover-we-save-the-bell-family-2000-pounds/0004679/ Thu, 23, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/money-makeover-we-save-the-bell-family-2000-pounds_0004679.aspx How to choose the right insurance cover <![CDATA[With unemployment levels continuing to rise and as the grip of recession shows no sign of loosening, the need to safeguard your financial security with insurance protection is more important than ever.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-choose-the-right-insurance-cover/0004603/ Fri, 17, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-choose-the-right-insurance-cover_0004603.aspx Slash pounds off your car insurance <![CDATA[Do you shop around for car insurance when your policy is up for renewal or do you just renew with your existing provider? If it's the latter, you're not alone but it's time to change your habit.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/slash-pounds-off-your-car-insurance/0004545/ Wed, 08, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/slash-pounds-off-your-car-insurance_0004545.aspx Money makeover: we save Sue &pound;900 a year <![CDATA[Sue Hall, 35, a married, mother-of-two lives in a three-bedroom house in Bristol with husband Andy. She works part-time running an independent publishing company while Andy works in social services.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/money-makeover-we-saved-sue-900-a-year/0004504/ Thu, 02, Apr 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/money-makeover-we-saved-sue-900-a-year_0004504.aspx Moneysupermarket now compares more insurers <![CDATA[Moneysupermarket.com has enhanced its motor and home insurance propositions by adding Churchill, Privilege and Virgin Money to its panel of insurers.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/moneysupermarket-now-compares-more-insurers/0004343/ Tue, 17, Mar 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/moneysupermarket-now-compares-more-insurers_0004343.aspx Credit crunching holiday tips <![CDATA[It's official - taking a holiday is not only good for the soul, it could be the boost to see us through the gloom and doom of the recession.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/unbeatable-credit-crunching-holiday-tips/0004310/ Thu, 12, Mar 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/unbeatable-credit-crunching-holiday-tips_0004310.aspx Tips for landlords <![CDATA[Thousands of homeowners are turning to the rental market as they struggle to sell their property during the recession. As a result, Britain now has a growing nation of 'accidental landlords' - homeowners who are weathering the storm of a falling housing market by renting out their properties.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/tips-for-landlords/0004253/ Thu, 05, Mar 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/tips-for-landlords_0004253.aspx Credit crunch crimewave - protect your home <![CDATA[Cases of burglary tend to rise during times of economic hardship, yet millions of households are leaving themselves exposed because they have no insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/credit-crunch-crimewave-protect-your-home/0004139/ Thu, 26, Feb 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/credit-crunch-crimewave-protect-your-home_0004139.aspx Car insurance - don't pay more than you need <![CDATA[We're coming up to one of the busiest times of the year for buying car insurance. However, most drivers will fail to shop around for cover and as a result, will end up paying over the odds. Motorists can make an average saving of &pound;152 a year by taking the time to shop around and compare premiums.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/car-insurance-dont-pay-more-than-you-need/0004100/ Thu, 19, Feb 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/car-insurance-dont-pay-more-than-you-need_0004100.aspx Advice for motorists as the big freeze bites <![CDATA[Insurance companies are bracing themselves for a huge surge in the number of motor insurance claims as Britain is hit by the heaviest snow fall in 20 years. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/advice-for-motorists-as-the-big-freeze-bites/0004008/ Mon, 02, Feb 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/advice-for-motorists-as-the-big-freeze-bites_0004008.aspx Why pet insurance is a must-have <![CDATA[Pet insurance is one of those products that many people - often non-pet owners or those who are new to the pet-owning fraternity - scoff at as a non-essential waste of money. But if you've ever had to take your pet to the vet's for more than just the flea and worming treatment or the annual vaccinations you'll know insurance can be worth its weight in gold.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-pet-insurance-is-a-must-have/0003911/ Fri, 23, Jan 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-pet-insurance-is-a-must-have_0003911.aspx How to protect your home and car from winter perils <![CDATA[We may have thawed out after the recent big freeze but further cold snaps can't be ruled out. Home and motor insurance claims soar following bouts of extreme weather so how can you protect yourself in case the country is plunged into ice-cold temperatures again?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-to-protect-your-home-and-car-from-winter-perils/0003867/ Fri, 16, Jan 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-to-protect-your-home-and-car-from-winter-perils_0003867.aspx Ten top tips to cut insurance costs <![CDATA[If you're in the money saving mood this January then don't ignore your insurance. Whether it's motor, home, travel, life or income protection insurance there are simple ways of minimising the amount you pay without sacrificing the level of cover you receive.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/ten-top-tips-to-cut-insurance-costs/0003854/ Fri, 09, Jan 2009 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/ten-top-tips-to-cut-insurance-costs_0003854.aspx Check your cover before you hit the slopes <![CDATA[With the winter chill having hit early there are already some great skiing conditions in many of Europe's main resorts. And despite the fact the falling pound will add to the cost of hitting the slopes this winter, it appears as though millions of us are still planning take to the pistes.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/check-your-cover-before-you-hit-the-slopes/0003823/ Tue, 23, Dec 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/check-your-cover-before-you-hit-the-slopes_0003823.aspx Which car insurance comparison site is the best? <![CDATA[Comparison sites are a great way of getting a better deal on all your finances. Independent consumer champion and and freelance journalist, Mike Naylor, reviews six of the biggest car insurance comparison websites and shares his opinion... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/which-car-insurance-comparison-site-is-the-best/0003815/ Thu, 18, Dec 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/which-car-insurance-comparison-site-is-the-best_0003815.aspx Cover up at home <![CDATA[Christmas may be the time of year to open your doors to friends and family, but leave that door open for too long and you never know who might sneak inside.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/cover-up-at-home/0003773/ Fri, 05, Dec 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/cover-up-at-home_0003773.aspx Car insurance - cover not cost <![CDATA[The average car insurance premium is now a whopping &pound;724.28, according to the AA British Insurance Premium Index. But don't be tempted to cut corners on your cover, as you can get the right policy at the right price - as long as you know how.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/car-insurance---cover-not-cost/0003745/ Fri, 28, Nov 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/car-insurance---cover-not-cost_0003745.aspx Top 10 winter holiday tips <![CDATA[Millions of us will be heading off on holiday over the coming weeks and months. Whether the plan is to top up your tan, hit the ski slopes or head off for a city break, your spending money won't stretch as far as it would have done a few months ago.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/top-ten-winter-holiday-tips/0003726/ Fri, 21, Nov 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/top-ten-winter-holiday-tips_0003726.aspx 20 tips to cut the cost of car insurance <![CDATA[With petrol prices falling, there is at last some good news for motorists but unfortunately cheaper fuel doesn't answer all the prayers of car drivers. The cost of driving and running a car continues to rise with recent research from Sainsbury's Bank having revealed that drivers have seen annual motoring costs rise to an average of &pound;2,543.85.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/20-tips-to-cut-the-cost-of-car-insurance/0003707/ Fri, 14, Nov 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/20-tips-to-cut-the-cost-of-car-insurance_0003707.aspx How we saved MP &#163;10,000 <![CDATA[The experts at moneysupermarket.com are never people to turn down a challenge and following a meeting with the Liberal Democrat MP, Mark Oaten, a few weeks ago we pledged to save him a few thousand pounds by evaluating his finances and identifying how to reduce his outgoings.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-we-saved-MP-10,000-pounds/0003702/ Thu, 13, Nov 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-we-saved-MP-10,000-pounds_0003702.aspx How safe is your home? <![CDATA[If you thought that Halloween was the only time to be on guard against things that go bump in the night, then think again. Research shows that home burglaries typically leap by 20% during the winter months - and some of us should be more worried about that than others.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-safe-is-your-home/0003385/ Thu, 30, Oct 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-safe-is-your-home_0003385.aspx Accidents up as clocks go back <![CDATA[Motorists are more likely to have an accident driving home from work in the dark in the week after the clocks go back, according to car insurer Direct Line.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/accidents-up-as-clocks-go-back/0003088/ Thu, 23, Oct 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/accidents-up-as-clocks-go-back_0003088.aspx Norwich Union savers face penalty <![CDATA[Insurer Norwich Union has announced that more than one million of its savers will have to forfeit up to 22% of their policy's value if they want to cash in their investment early.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/norwich-union-savers-face-penalty/0003083/ Wed, 22, Oct 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/norwich-union-savers-face-penalty_0003083.aspx Flood risk 'threatens thousands' <![CDATA[Northern Ireland's agriculture minister has revealed that about 63,000 properties in the province are at risk from flooding as overflowing rivers and rising sea levels threaten homes and businesses.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/flood-risk-threatens-thousands/0002948/ Tue, 14, Oct 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/flood-risk-threatens-thousands_0002948.aspx New rules boost home improvements <![CDATA[As the housing crash encourages more homeowners to extend their properties rather than move, new rules have come into force making it easier to do just that.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/new-rules-boost-home-improvements/0003130/ Wed, 01, Oct 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/new-rules-boost-home-improvements_0003130.aspx Postcodes determine annuity income <![CDATA[A new system is being launched that will see consumers' retirement income vary according to where they live.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/postcodes-determine-annuity-income/0003152/ Tue, 23, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/postcodes-determine-annuity-income_0003152.aspx Lessons to learn from XL <![CDATA[The travel industry is facing its biggest test since the 9/11 attacks, as the soaring cost of fuel has left major airlines staring at huge losses and several others unable to take the heat.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/lessons-to-learn-from-xl/0003154/ Thu, 18, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/lessons-to-learn-from-xl_0003154.aspx What happens if my insurance firm goes bust? <![CDATA[British homeowners, holidaymakers and drivers were left in limbo last night as they waited to find out how they would be affected by the potential demise of American International Group (AIG), one of the world's largest insurers.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-happens-if-my-insurance-firm-goes-bust/0003084/ Wed, 17, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-happens-if-my-insurance-firm-goes-bust_0003084.aspx Floods highlight need for cover <![CDATA[When it rains, it pours&nbsp;- and for thousands of homeowners who were left devastated by the latest bout of storms to hit the UK the costs are quickly adding up.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/floods-highlight-need-for-cover/0003151/ Thu, 11, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/floods-highlight-need-for-cover_0003151.aspx Call for action on PPI complaints <![CDATA[The City watchdog has been urged to take action over the way payment protection insurance (PPI) is sold after a 10-fold rise in complaints.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/call-for-action-on-ppi-complaints/0003111/ Thu, 11, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/call-for-action-on-ppi-complaints_0003111.aspx Consumers 'lie on insurance policies' <![CDATA[About 7% people are so concerned with the price of their insurance policies that they have admitted lying while setting up their policy, a survey has shown.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/consumers-lie-on-insurance-policies/0003209/ Tue, 09, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/consumers-lie-on-insurance-policies_0003209.aspx Downpours adding to flooding risk <![CDATA[Severe Atlantic storms will see up to two weeks of rain fall in 24 hours on already saturated ground, increasing the risk of localised flooding across the country, forecasters have warned.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/downpours-adding-to-flooding-risk/0003219/ Fri, 05, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/downpours-adding-to-flooding-risk_0003219.aspx Is your family protected? <![CDATA[With Sterling falling to a two and a half year low against the dollar and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development downgrading the UK to the bottom of the G7 group of leading economies, fears are mounting that we could be plunged into recession before the end of the year.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-family-protected/0003204/ Thu, 04, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-family-protected_0003204.aspx Insurance shock for errant drivers <![CDATA[Most drivers do not realise that traffic convictions may affect their car insurance, according to a survey by online insurance company swiftcover.com.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/insurance-shock-for-errant-drivers/0003224/ Tue, 02, Sep 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/insurance-shock-for-errant-drivers_0003224.aspx Parties rack up &pound;16.8m of damage <![CDATA[Unruly or unfortunate children cause a total of &pound;16.8 million worth of damage to their parents' homes every year by having parties that get out of hand, research has found.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/parties-rack-up-16.8m-of-damage/0003226/ Thu, 28, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/parties-rack-up-16.8m-of-damage_0003226.aspx Forgetful students risk insurance <![CDATA[Almost a fifth of students are putting their home insurance at risk by leaving the house without locking the door, a survey has found.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/forgetful-students-risk-insurance/0003221/ Fri, 22, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/forgetful-students-risk-insurance_0003221.aspx Don't get caught out by your insurer <![CDATA[An increasing number of insurers are renewing motor insurance policies automatically unless the customer specifically asks for the cover to be cancelled. The result is that millions of drivers could be paying more for their insurance than they need.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-get-caught-out-by-your-insurer/0002924/ Thu, 21, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-get-caught-out-by-your-insurer_0002924.aspx Weird and wonderful insurance claims <![CDATA[Car insurance claims have been put down to such diverse reasons as a kicking camel, a naked pedestrian and a nut-throwing squirrel, it has been has revealed.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/weird-and-wonderful-insurance-claims/0003183/ Tue, 19, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/weird-and-wonderful-insurance-claims_0003183.aspx Save up to 50 per cent on your motor insurance with moneysupermarket <![CDATA[Motorists could slash their car insurance costs in half by using moneysupermarket.com according to independent research group, Consumer Intelligence.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/save-up-to-50-per-cent-on-your-motor-insurance-with-moneysupermarket/0003181/ Mon, 18, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/save-up-to-50-per-cent-on-your-motor-insurance-with-moneysupermarket_0003181.aspx Thousands of homes flooded in Northern Ireland <![CDATA[Emergency services in Northern Ireland are braced for more heavy rain after battling to contain flooding across the province at the weekend.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/thousands-of-homes-flooded-in-northern-ireland/0003171/ Mon, 18, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/thousands-of-homes-flooded-in-northern-ireland_0003171.aspx Bikers offered insurance discounts <![CDATA[Motorcyclists are being offered the chance to take advantage of significant discounts on their insurance by completing a Government-backed training scheme.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/bikers-offered-insurance-discounts/0003199/ Thu, 14, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/bikers-offered-insurance-discounts_0003199.aspx Heavy flooding damages properties <![CDATA[Homeowners and insurance firms have been left counting the cost after heavy flooding through the night in parts of the country caused major damage to some homes.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/heavy-flooding-damages-properties/0002965/ Wed, 13, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/heavy-flooding-damages-properties_0002965.aspx Claims rise blamed on wet weather <![CDATA[The impact of bad weather on UK roads has led to an 18% rise in motor insurance claims, according to a British insurance firm.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/claims-rise-blamed-on-wet-weather/0003227/ Wed, 13, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/claims-rise-blamed-on-wet-weather_0003227.aspx FCO issues travel insurance warning <![CDATA[Poorly behaved Brits abroad are causing more havoc than ever before according to new data from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/fco-issues-travel-insurance-warning/0003177/ Tue, 12, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/fco-issues-travel-insurance-warning_0003177.aspx Credit crunch sparking cutbacks <![CDATA[The continuing ravages of the credit crunch are causing people to take active steps in all aspects of their lives to cut back on their spending and save their hard-earned money, research has shown.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/credit-crunch-sparking-cutbacks/0003180/ Mon, 11, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/credit-crunch-sparking-cutbacks_0003180.aspx Motor costs soar for young drivers <![CDATA[It's good to be young&nbsp;- unless you're a motorist. All of that burgeoning enthusiasm for driving when you hit the age of 17 quickly hits the brakes when you're presented with your first car insurance premium, which could well cost more than the first vehicle you drive.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/motor-costs-soar-for-young-drivers/0003212/ Thu, 07, Aug 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/motor-costs-soar-for-young-drivers_0003212.aspx Motor premiums continue to soar <![CDATA[Petrol and diesel prices have started to drop back, but the relief for motorists could be short-lived as those needing to reinsure their car are likely to find they will have to pay more for cover than they did last year. ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/motor-premiums-continue-to-soar/0002921/ Thu, 24, Jul 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/motor-premiums-continue-to-soar_0002921.aspx Last minute holiday checklist <![CDATA[With many schools now having broken up, the mass holiday exodus is about to begin. From travel insurance to cancelling the milk, we provide that all important checklist to ensure you don't forget anything or find that your holiday costs more than you bargained for.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/last-minute-holiday-checklist/0003290/ Thu, 17, Jul 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/last-minute-holiday-checklist_0003290.aspx Is your car fully insured? <![CDATA[Over the next few months thousands of motorists will take their cars over to the Continent, yet many won't realise they don't have the same level of insurance cover they enjoy in this country. And it's not only when they're abroad that motorists are being caught out.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/is-your-car-fully-insured/0002995/ Thu, 03, Jul 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/is-your-car-fully-insured_0002995.aspx Gap year travel tips <![CDATA[With A-levels and university finals over, thousands of students who have faced weeks of exams and at least 10 years of studying will be excited and eager to set off on what is probably their first real adventure.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/gap-year-travel-tips/0003255/ Thu, 26, Jun 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/gap-year-travel-tips_0003255.aspx One year on from the floods <![CDATA[The floods of summer 2007 were the most severe weather-related event the UK has experienced in decades. In total, around &pound;3bn of the loss was covered by insurance, with providers receiving about 165,000 claims.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/one-year-on-from-the-floods/0003258/ Thu, 19, Jun 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/one-year-on-from-the-floods_0003258.aspx Tips for landlords <![CDATA[With house prices falling, and demand remaining weak, many homeowners are struggling to sell their home. This is resulting in an increasing number of people choosing to rent their properties instead.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/top-tips-for-landlords/0003269/ Thu, 12, Jun 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/top-tips-for-landlords_0003269.aspx British holidaymakers to shun Europe this summer <![CDATA[The strength of the euro has reached its highest mark against the pound since its introduction in 1999&nbsp;- smashing through the 80p barrier - and the weakness of sterling has made many people think twice about their holiday plans this year.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/british-holidaymakers-to-shun-europe-this-summer/0002993/ Thu, 15, May 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/british-holidaymakers-to-shun-europe-this-summer_0002993.aspx Don't be tempted by home insurance offers <![CDATA[If you are looking for insurance, don't be swayed by attractive discounts&nbsp;- you may find you can still get a better deal from an insurer that doesn't have a special offer.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-be-tempted-by-home-insurance-offers/0003243/ Thu, 15, May 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-be-tempted-by-home-insurance-offers_0003243.aspx Insurance for young drivers <![CDATA[Legally, you might be able to learn to drive when you reach the age of 17, but for many teenagers it may be financially prohibitive. Not only is there the cost of lessons and at least one driving test to factor in, but the price of insurance for young drivers can be astronomical.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/insurance-for-young-drivers/0003242/ Tue, 06, May 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/insurance-for-young-drivers_0003242.aspx Why the tooth hurts for the NHS <![CDATA[The NHS may be approaching its 60th anniversary but there are few celebratory smiles among its dental patients as frustration grows over rising costs and longer waiting times, with many choosing to turn their backs on the service altogether.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/why-the-tooth-hurts-for-the-nhs/0003251/ Thu, 24, Apr 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/why-the-tooth-hurts-for-the-nhs_0003251.aspx Moneysupermarket scoops top award <![CDATA[Moneysupermarket.com has received a leading industry award from Hitwise, an online monitoring service, for being the number one insurance website in 2007.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/moneysupermarket-scoops-top-award/0002999/ Mon, 21, Apr 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/moneysupermarket-scoops-top-award_0002999.aspx How do motor insurers really compare? <![CDATA[Millions of motorists stick with the same insurer year after year despite the fact they could save money by switching provider.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/how-do-motor-insurers-really-compare/0003247/ Thu, 17, Apr 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/how-do-motor-insurers-really-compare_0003247.aspx Lessons we can learn from Terminal Five foul-up <![CDATA[With outlets from Boots to Harrods and even a Gordon Ramsay restaurant, Heathrow's &pound;4.3bn Terminal Five was supposed to put the glamour back into air travel. Instead, a breakdown of the baggage handling system left thousands of customers to choose between flying with just hand luggage, getting an alternative flight or claiming a refund.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/lessons-we-can-learn-from-terminal-five-foul-up/0003285/ Thu, 03, Apr 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/lessons-we-can-learn-from-terminal-five-foul-up_0003285.aspx What would happen to your family if you died? <![CDATA[Death is not something people like to think about, but if you have dependants it is not something you can afford to ignore.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/what-would-happen-to-your-family-if-you-died/0003240/ Tue, 18, Mar 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/what-would-happen-to-your-family-if-you-died_0003240.aspx Homeowners face hefty clear-up costs after storm havoc <![CDATA[As homeowners recover from the storms that raged across the UK, many will be assuming that repairs for any damage will be covered by their home insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/homeowners-face-hefty-clear-up-costs-after-storm-havoc/0003325/ Thu, 13, Mar 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/homeowners-face-hefty-clear-up-costs-after-storm-havoc_0003325.aspx moneysupermarket.com crowned best for car insurance <![CDATA[Moneysupermarket.com has been confirmed as the best comparison site for motor insurance.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/moneysupermarket.com-crowned-best-for-car-insurance/0003305/ Mon, 10, Mar 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/moneysupermarket.com-crowned-best-for-car-insurance_0003305.aspx Get covered and avoid a holiday hangover <![CDATA[Preparing for a holiday can be hectic at the best of times and it's easy to forget more than just your toothbrush. However, waiting until the last minute to book travel insurance can be an expensive mistake.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/get-covered-and-avoid-a-holiday-hangover/0003329/ Thu, 06, Mar 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/get-covered-and-avoid-a-holiday-hangover_0003329.aspx Put the brakes on rising car insurance premiums <![CDATA[As cars with the latest '08' registration plates hit the forecourts, motorists who have bought cars at this time in previous years could be in for an unwelcome shock in the form of a steep rise in insurance costs...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/put-the-brakes-on-rising-car-insurance-premiums/0003301/ Thu, 28, Feb 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/put-the-brakes-on-rising-car-insurance-premiums_0003301.aspx Does it pay to be loyal? <![CDATA[When it comes to insurance many of us are creatures of habit...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/does-it-pay-to-be-loyal/0003338/ Thu, 14, Feb 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/does-it-pay-to-be-loyal_0003338.aspx Insurers put the brakes on young drivers <![CDATA[Several car insurance companies are refusing to offer quotes to 17-year-olds. How can they find cheap car insurance now?]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/insurers-put-the-brakes-on-young-drivers/0002962/ Thu, 31, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/insurers-put-the-brakes-on-young-drivers_0002962.aspx Flood claims send premiums through the roof <![CDATA[Home insurance premiums have risen to their highest-ever levels but a new service could help you save cash... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/flood-claims-send-premiums-through-the-roof/0003331/ Thu, 24, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/flood-claims-send-premiums-through-the-roof_0003331.aspx Cheaper car insurance than anywhere else <![CDATA[Swiftcover, the cheapest car insurer in the UK, is offering an exclusive deal to Rate Alert readers - you can earn &pound;30 cashback as long as you apply through our price comparison tool. It's an offer you won't find anywhere else so grab it now... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/cheaper-car-insurance-than-anywhere-else/0003315/ Thu, 17, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/cheaper-car-insurance-than-anywhere-else_0003315.aspx Stick to your resolutions and save cash <![CDATA[Three weeks have passed since we welcomed in 2008, and for many those New Year resolutions are starting to look like old news. However, now you can use money to motivate you to keep the weight off and to stay away from booze and cigarettes...]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/stick-to-your-resolutions-and-save-cash/0003336/ Thu, 17, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/stick-to-your-resolutions-and-save-cash_0003336.aspx Don't pay the price on the piste <![CDATA[As the social skiing scene becomes as popular as the snow itself, tread carefully or you may be taking a huge financial risk... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/dont-pay-the-price-on-the-piste/0002932/ Thu, 10, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/dont-pay-the-price-on-the-piste_0002932.aspx Start your engines for cashback <![CDATA[Make your finances more manageable in 2008 and think twice before sticking with your current car insurance provider... ]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/start-your-engines-for-cashback/0003054/ Thu, 03, Jan 2008 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/start-your-engines-for-cashback_0003054.aspx No sloping off <![CDATA[Up to one in six visitors to ski resorts never set foot on the slopes, new research reveals.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/no-sloping-off/0003037/ Tue, 11, Dec 2007 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/no-sloping-off_0003037.aspx Take cover this Christmas <![CDATA[With Christmas now less than two weeks away, it's easy to get lost in thoughts of what Santa might bring.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/take-cover-this-christmas/0002935/ Mon, 10, Dec 2007 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/take-cover-this-christmas_0002935.aspx Protect against ski injuries <![CDATA[A ski injury could leave you not only in pain but seriously out of pocket unless you have the right cover.]]> http://www.moneysupermarket.com/c/news/protect-against-ski-injuries/0002922/ Fri, 07, Dec 2007 00:00:00GMT http://www.moneysupermarket.com/newsandcommunity/news/protect-against-ski-injuries_0002922.aspx