4 in 10 people don’t expect to own a home outright by the time they retire Men in Ireland are almost twice as likely as women to say they don’t want to own a home whilst more than one in ten (11pc) Irish people said they have no interest in owning a property. According Read more…
1 in 10 households own jewellery worth over €10,000 In January people across the country were delighting over new jewellery received as gifts for Christmas, a timely study by Gallagher reveals that Irish households may be underestimating the value—and risks—of their jewellery collections. Urban households across Ireland hold jewellery worth €4,591 on average, while Read more…
As Ireland braces itself for Storm Éowyn, we are urging homeowners to prepare for possible power cuts and to have an emergency kit and fully charged mobile phone in their home. Our advice comes after the extensive damage caused to the electricity network across the country during Storm Darragh and the extended cold snap Read more…
Purchasing your first home is an exciting milestone, beginning a new chapter in your life. As a first-time buyer, understanding the nuances of home insurance can help you protect your investment for years to come. Here are the key things to remember when purchasing home insurance in Ireland. Understand the rebuild cost Your home’s rebuild Read more…
As autumn turns and the chill of winter nears, it is time to prepare your home for the cold, wet and windy months ahead. Ensuring your home is ready for winter is not just about keeping warm; it is also about safeguarding your property from potential damage and confirming that your home insurance provides cover Read more…
Summer is finally upon us, and that means it’s time to get your home ready for those long, sunny days. Whether you’re a seasoned or first-time homeowner, we’ve got you covered with some simple steps to make your home summer-ready. First things first, make a list of all the odd jobs around the house Read more…
An accurate valuation is crucial when insuring your home. The value you assign to your property will determine the amount of coverage you need and the premiums you will pay. Underestimating the value of your house could leave you underinsured, while overestimating it may result in paying higher premiums than necessary. Homes risk being underinsured Read more…
Do you hate getting your insurance renewal letter? Are you the kind of person who never thinks to shop around for insurance until it is too late and then ends up renewing with your current provider even if your premium has increased? Do you relish the thought of not having to think about your house Read more…
There’s No Harm In Being Prepared It looks like it is going to be a stormy week – we did a routine weather check and it seems that the weather will be unsettled for the rest of the week! Here are a few things to arrange just in case the unsettled weather continues. Read more…
The use of colour in your interiors is very important to give your rooms character, in the past few years the interiors palette has been very neutral but 2018 is seeing bold colours being introduced. Who doesn’t love adding a pop of colour to their home – have a look below at some of the Read more…
With the glorious weather we are having we decided to put some tips together to help you keep your car cooler. #1 Sun-shades These will minimise the amount of sun rays coming into your car which will in turn keep your car from getting too hot and uncomfortable. #2 Tinted windows This is sort of Read more…
Home insurance is not only crucial for protecting your home and it’s contents against any potential damage; if you have a mortgage, your lender will require it. Claiming on your house insurance policy is something that everyone wants to avoid but unfortunately, there are times when it cannot be helped. Before you get caught out Read more…