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Home & Van Insurance Expert

David McDermottroe

Our in-house expert on all things home insurance, David is responsible for managing relationships with our partner insurers and has broad knowledge of the ins and outs of the home insurance market. With one ear to the ground on the latest developments in the industry he’s well placed to provide the most relevant advice for customers looking for a better deal or advice on their home, buildings or contents cover.

David says:

“With interest rates and premiums rising it’s more important than ever to ensure customers can find the best deals for their situation. We constantly review our guidance and partner offers to ensure you can shop around and save potentially hundreds of pounds on your premiums.”

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David McDermottroe

David's Experience

Coming from a commercial marketing background, David understands the importance of both the customer and the relationship with commercial partners. He aims to provide MoneySuperMarket's customers with the best possible experience whilst working with partners to get customers the best possible deals.

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