Budgeting & Saving Money - February 7th 5 money conversations to have with your partner Want to talk to your partner about money but not sure where to start? Here are five ideas to get the conversation going. Bills, budgets and debt might hardly be the stuff of romance but talking...
Finance News - February 6th These are the highest paying tradie jobs in Australia right now Which tradies get paid the most in Australia? Find out today.
Life Insurance - February 3rd Considering donating your body to science? We examine what's involved Registering to become an organ donor after death is one thing, but what about donating your entire body?
Income Protection Insurance - October 29th What is indemnity income protection? If you're looking to take out income protection insurance, you may want to know what 'indemnity value' means. Here's a quick guide.
Finance Stories - October 18th Unsuspecting workers may have “junk” insurance in their super, ASIC warns The unthinkable happens and you are never able to work again: would you expect an insurance policy supposedly designed to safeguard against that exact scenario to pay out? A new report suggests policy holders – including...
Finance News - September 17th What does a life insurance broker do, and how do you know if you might need one? If you’re not comfortable buying direct life insurance, a life insurance broker may be able to help you. Here’s what you need to know.
Income Protection Insurance - August 22nd What is a benefit period for income protection? Unexpected injuries or illness can be disruptive and stressful, and that's before you consider the possible financial implications of being unable to work. Income protection insurance is designed to cover a portion of your wages for...
Life Insurance - June 7th How To Change Life Insurance Policies If you are considering switching life insurance policies, before you take the leap, consider these hints, tips, and traps to avoid.
Life Insurance - June 6th Direct Life Insurance Outstanding Value Award Winners for 2019 Canstar has revealed three winners of the 2019 Direct Life Insurance Outstanding Value Award, after researching and rating 25 products from 25 providers. Canstar’s Direct Life Insurance Star Ratings use a sophisticated and unique ratings methodology...
Life Insurance - May 8th How Does Diabetes Affect Life Insurance? If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, can you take out a life insurance policy? The answer may be yes, but it could depend on the specifics of your condition and your individual circumstances. Life Insurance for...
Income Protection Insurance - May 7th Income Protection For Doctors And Health Professionals As a doctor, dentist, nurse or other type of health professional, you spend each day helping to improve the health and wellbeing of others. However, statistics show you’re more likely to suffer from a work-related injury...
Income Protection Insurance - April 18th What Insurance Should Tradies Think About Adding To Their Toolbox? Whether you’re an electrician, plumber, carpenter or otherwise, being a tradie can be a riskier job than most. In fact, according to Safe Work Australia, in 2016-17, approximately 19% of all serious workers’ compensation claims were...
Business Loans - April 4th Canstar’s 2019 Innovation Excellence Awards reveals Australia’s finance disruptors Are you on the hunt for a financial product that could improve your daily life? Canstar has revealed some notable financial innovations in Australia that may be what you’re looking for. Every year we invite Australian...
Income Protection Insurance - March 12th Canstar's Top Direct Income Protection Providers In 2019 Not all income protection insurance policies are created equal. Canstar’s 2019 Direct Income Protection Award recognises products that provide Outstanding Value. Find out more about the top-rated products.
Life Insurance - February 12th While The Royal Commission Dust Settles, What Can Super Members Do Right Now? Opinion - Will Barsby, National Special Counsel at Shine Lawyers: The banking royal commission report has highlighted what many customers, consumer advocates and lawyers have known for too long – that the banking and superannuation industry...
Life Insurance - December 5th Types of Life Insurance in Australia It’s sometimes thought of as a single product, but for many insurers, the umbrella of ‘life insurance’ not only incorporates death cover but may also include income protection, total & permanent disability (TPD), trauma and business...
Finance News - September 7th Royal commission to zero in on insurers The financial services royal commission will turn its sights to the insurance sector when it resumes public hearings on Monday. The royal commission's sixth round of hearings will focus on the sale and design of life insurance and...
Life Insurance - July 11th Your life insurance questions answered (decode the fine print) Preparing for the unexpected is never easy, and with so many options available when it comes to life insurance it can be difficult to work out where to begin. While many people see the importance of insuring...
Income Protection Insurance - April 3rd How does income protection work? You never know when a tragedy may strike that will leave you unable to work and support your family. Income protection is designed to pay you a benefit if you are unable to work for a period of time because of illness or injury.
Income Protection Insurance - March 20th How your occupation can impact the cost of protecting your income Canstar has released its 2018 Direct Income Protection Star Ratings with new data revealing the price difference of protecting your wage depending on your profession. But who pays more? Premium data collected by Canstar Research for...