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What happens when you don’t read the terms and conditions

Let’s be honest… We’ve all been there. You’re signing up for something online, eyes glazing over, scrolling through what feels like a legal novel… And there it is: The terms and conditions. Do you read them? Nah. You scroll straight to the bottom and hit ‘I agree’ faster than you can say ‘terms schmerms’. But what really happens when you

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The scientist who taught rats to drive tiny cars

Yep, you read that right. Scientists actually trained rats to drive tiny cars! No, this isn’t the plot of a Pixar movie or the premise of a quirky new animated series. This is real science, and it might just change how you think about animal intelligence, stress, and even how you view mental wellness. Let’s get into it. Tiny cars,

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You’re paying for car insurance… But are you covered while it’s parked

You’d think a parked car is safe, right? No traffic, no speeding, no other drivers. But here’s the reality: Parked cars are still at risk… And not just from criminals. Hail, burst pipes, falling trees, and even reckless delivery scooters can strike when you least expect it. So, if your car spends more time standing still than on the move

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What’s your claim style

Some people freeze. Others call their broker before the dust settles. Some calmly snap pics of everything, while others… Cry a little and eat a bar of chocolate. When disaster strikes, how you react can say a lot about you, and it can also affect your insurance claim. At King Price, we’ve seen every kind of client, from the ultra-prepared

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Bought your first house? Here’s what your insurer needs to know

Have you signed on the dotted line and picked up the keys to your first home? Well, then you’ve probably spent a small fortune on takeaway coffees, late-night Pinterest scrolls, and arguing about paint swatches. But before you settle in too deeply, there’s 1 thing left to sort out… Your home insurance. Whether you’re still figuring out how to bleed

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Claim or shame? A quiz to test your insurance instincts

So, you think you’ve got a good handle on your insurance? Let’s put that confidence to the test with a quick-fire quiz that separates the claim champs from the insurance amateurs. For each scenario below, decide whether you think it would typically be covered under the king’s home contents or building insurance policy… Or if it would leave you footing

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The 5 worst parking habits (and how they could void your claim)

Parking can be chaotic. Who among us hasn’t driven around and around, seeking out the perfect spot. You know the 1, it’s not too close to other cars (your car doesn’t like car-friends), has no trolleys lurking nearby, and it’s reasonably close to where you need to be. Look, whether you’re squeezing into a spot outside your favourite coffee shop

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Your car’s been stolen… Now what?

You walk out of the mall, keys in hand… And your heart stops. Your car is gone. You blink a few times, double-check the row, even click your remote like it might magically summon the car back. But it’s not there. If this has happened to you, or if it ever does, then you’re not alone. Thousands of South Africans

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Is it covered? The surprising things your home insurance might pay for

When we talk about the reasons for getting home insurance, we generally think about the big, obvious stuff… Like fires, burst pipes, fallen trees and runaway geysers. But did you know that your policy might also cover a few unexpected and oddly specific things? If you’ve ever looked at the king’s policy docs (don’t lie, we know it’s page turner)

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