Insurance articles

Why insurance premiums increase
You may wonder why insurance premiums continue to increase while the value of the item decreases, Justmoney spoke to an insurance expert to find out why they increase.

The importance of a home warranty
We take a look at Hollard's Home warranty product and why it is essential for sellers, buyers and agents.

Economy assisted by life insurance industry
South African life insurers injected R412.2 billion into the economy in 2015 through benefit payments.

Liberty Life ordered by Ombudsman to pay interest
Liberty Life has been ordered by the Ombudsman for Long-term Insurance to pay interest of more than R300 000.

How non-disclosure could terminate medical aid membership
We look at how non-disclosure for medical aid schemes like Discovery can result in immediate membership termination.
HIV and life insurance cover
You are not obliged to tell your insurer if you develop HIV after taking out your policy, according to AllLife.
Drinking and driving and the effects on your insurance
When you have just a single drink, your chances of causing an accident double, we look at the effect of drinking and driving on your insurance.
Penalty levied against Discovery Insure
Discovery Insure has been fined R100 000 for a contravention to the Short-term Insurance Act.

The impact of drought on insurance
Insurance may not cover businesses for losses due to drought or water restrictions.
Credit life insurance caps released for public comment
The DTI has released draft credit life insurance regulations with proposed caps for public comment.

How to choose the best funeral and life cover for you
Justmoney explores the important questions to ask when shopping around for a lifetime and funeral policy.
Telkom launches free funeral cover with Old Mutual
Telkom has partnered with Old Mutual to offer its clients free funeral cover.

