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Everesting into adulthood… With insurance

So, you’ve hit your late 30s, your Spotify is less lit and more lite, and your car of choice? The mighty Ford Everest. It’s got muscle, space, and just the right amount of sass to haul toddlers, camping gear, and even your in-laws (with or without permission). But let’s chat about the elephant in the garage: What kind of insurance

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Crowned #1 in mobile insurance: Why South Africans love King Price

Hail to the king of mobile insurance You know you’ve made it when the people speak… And when they do it on Hellopeter, we sit up and listen (while wearing our invisible crown, of course). That’s right, South Africa: King Price has officially been rated #1 in mobile insurance on Hellopeter. Cue the virtual high-fives, royal fanfare, and maybe even

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Grid interruptions vs loadshedding: What you need to know

Loadshedding has become as South African as braais and biltong, but did you know that there’s a difference between loadshedding and grid interruptions? And did you know that most insurance policies don’t cover 1 of them? Understanding these differences can help you better prepare your household and protect your valuable appliances. Loadshedding explained Loadshedding is when Eskom or your municipality

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The secret to making your appliances last longer

Appliances aren’t cheap: Here’s how to make them last Let’s be real. A top-of-the-range fridge in South Africa can cost R1 million (yes, you read that right). Even if your budget isn’t fit for a king, your household appliances are still a major investment. So, how do you make sure your trusty washing machine doesn’t conk out just when you

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How to protect your appliances from power surges

The shocking truth Ever wondered why your trusty fridge suddenly stops humming or why your high-end TV flickers into oblivion? It’s probably not haunted… The culprit could be a power surge. In a world where loadshedding and unpredictable power supply have become a norm, protecting your appliances should be as crucial as insuring your car or home. A power surge

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How AI can influence human emotions without us realising it

Imagine waking up in a great mood, scrolling through your phone, and suddenly feeling anxious without knowing why. Or walking into a store and feeling oddly compelled to buy something you didn’t plan for. Could AI be behind it? Spoiler alert: Yes! Artificial Intelligence is everywhere: Our phones, smart home devices, social media, and even the client service chatbots we

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Why you shouldn’t be smug about your designer appliances… Until they’re insured

You know the type. They glide through the kitchen like they’re hosting MasterChef, casually adjusting the dials on their fancy oven while making small talk about ‘imported ceramic finishes’. Their fridge? Smarter than your average teenager. Their toaster? Chrome. Everything about their kitchen screams ‘bespoke’ and so does the price tag. But here’s the catch: All that shiny, imported sophistication

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Third party liability: What it means and why you really, really need it

What’s third party liability Let’s break it down like a braai on a Saturday afternoon. Third party liability is insurance-speak for ‘Oops, I broke someone else’s stuff’. It covers you when you’re the 1 who causes an accident that damages someone else’s car or property. It won’t fix your own car, but it will save you from having to remortgage

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If King Price insured superheroes…

Ever wondered how insurance companies would handle claims from superheroes? If those supersized superhero movies are anything to go by, then with caped crusaders roaming the streets, we’d say that property damage would be a daily occurrence. Let’s be honest, if you were an insurance underwriter, would you really want to cover the guy who smashes through walls, shoots fire

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From 9-to-5 to thrive… How the king protects your side hustle

Side hustles are booming in South Africa. From baking bespoke cakes to fixing computers in your garage, everyone seems to have something extra going on. And why not? With the rising cost of living, having a side hustle is no longer a luxury; it’s a survival skill. But while you’re perfecting your craft and reaping the rewards, have you thought

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