Accountants and bookkeepers are making hay while the sun shines in the lead up to tax time — but they aren’t the only ones. Cyber security experts are predicting an increase in scam activity targeting small-to-medium businesses over the next month as fraudsters ramp up their tax time scams. Large-scale data breaches have put downward […]
Are Some Brokers Too Impersonal?
The team at Austbrokers Terrace takes pride in offering a tailored, personal approach to insurance broking. Contact us now to discuss any insurance needs. An accomplished industry lawyer who recently moved into a senior risk advisory role has shared his concerns about a significant threat facing brokers today. Mark Williams, who joined Acacia Insurance Services […]
BROKER OR DIRECT: A SIMPLE CHOICE… OR IS IT?
The “Broker or Direct Insurer” argument may not be as simple as it seems… Whether one refers to it as Retail insurance, Domestic insurance or simply Home & Motor, there have existed two paths a customer can go down to arrange cover. Namely the broker (intermediary market) or the direct market (all those companies that […]
BUSINESS INSURERS TOO SLOW TO REACT TO CLAIMS?
Following a loss, it is vital that your insurance returns you to your pre-loss situation. Are slow claims turnarounds a concern for your business? Our dedicated claims team ensure that your claim is turned around in a timely fashion. Contact us today to find out how we can help your business. SME’s left short funded following losses Insurers […]
INSURANCE BROKER
An insurance broker is a specialist in insurance and risk management. Brokers act on behalf of their clients and provide advice in the interests of their clients. Sometimes an insurance broker will act as agent of an insurerInsurer. See also what is underwriting?, but where this occurs the situation should be fully explained to you. […]
What is an insurance broker?
If you’re a business owner, or an individual looking for just the right insurance for your unique needs, an insurance broker could be about to become your new best friend! An insurance broker is a professional adviser who is an expert in insurance and risk management. They work on behalf of their clients, not for insurance […]
When to use an insurance broker
if you’re thinking of buying an insurance policy for something you don’t know much about or insuring something fairly unusual, you might want to think about using an insurance broker. They’re experts in the market and – even with run-of-the-mill insurance – they can often find you better cover at a great price. Read full […]
Top 5 Reasons Why Consumers Should Use an Insurance Broker o...
Consumers generally think they benefit when they buy insurance direct but is it true? To find out, we’ve asked people what matters to them when buying insurance, and in turn our panel used those criteria to evaluate the differences between buying insurance via a broker and buying direct online. Read full article here. Source: riskheads
More about insurance brokers
When looking for insurance, many of our customers know exactly what they need and want in insurance cover. In this situation, the easiest way to get insurance cover is to deal with Allianz directly, either via this website or over the phone on 131 000. But sometimes, especially when insuring businesses or complex personal risks, […]
Incensed Canadian Bikers Turn to Brokers After Premium Hikes
In Canada, a number of motor cycle policyholders – often with clean driving records – have seen premiums rise substantially in 2015, upwards of 20%. TD General Insurance and Certas Home Direct have led the hikes with increases of 18.41 – 21.06% and together they hold 70% market share. Following the almost 20% price, the […]
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