Aussie Regulator Wants More Transparency
In Australia, insurers are being challenged by the regulator (APRA) to increase transparency, with its Executive Director of Insurance Sean Carmody saying a more...
Chubb Changes Non-Resident Application Requirement
Changes to Chubb's eApp means the requirement for non-residents to provide a copy of their visa when applying for cover has been removed.
The firm's...
Just 20% of Kiwis Have IP Insurance
Only 20% of New Zealanders have insured their income against sickness or disability says the FSC in its Perception Gap report.
Its research suggests consumers...
Move to Modernise Insurance Law
A Member’s Bill drawn this week could modernise insurance law and make things fairer and more transparent for consumers says Labour Party MP Duncan...
One Month Free from AIA
AIA says its offer of one month's free premium is due to close on 17 May 2024. The offer began 15 January and applies...
The Risks of Marketing a Service as ‘Free’
GUEST COLUMNIST – TONY VIDLER
In a world where nothing is really 'free', and with consumers being more switched on and connected than ever before,...
Why Kiwis Don’t Seek Financial Advice – Your Verdict
The majority of the financial advice community appears to believe that the low number New Zealanders seeking advice essentially comes down to a lack...
Chubb Appoints North Island Manager
Chubb Life has appointed Peter Mensah as its North Island Regional Manager. He starts his new role, moving from the firm's team of Business...
Default Disability Dilemma in Australia
New research out of Australia finds that nearly half its population can’t afford to wait for default disability insurance, with women the most impacted.
The...