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Solar, storms, and surges: How to protect your home during wild SA weather

Welcome to the kingdom of unpredictable weather August in South Africa is like a box of chocolates… You never know what you’re going to get. One day it’s t-shirt weather, the next it’s a thunderstorm that rattles the windows harder than your gran’s takkies on a tiled floor. This month’s combo of storms and loadshedding makes it the perfect time

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The tyre trouble you didn’t see coming… Until you claimed

Potholes. Pavement bumps. That sneaky screw in the parking lot. In South Africa, tyre damage is a part of life, and replacing your tyres can burn a hole in your budget just when you least expect it. If you’ve ever thought, ‘Surely my car insurance will pay for this?’ You’re not alone. But here’s the catch: Most standard car insurance

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Is your car still safe where you park it?

Car theft in South Africa isn’t just a ‘big city’ problem anymore. It’s happening everywhere, at shopping centres, residential driveways, and even outside schools. We’re not just saying this because it might be true, or heck, because this is South Africa and it must be true. There’s actual data to back it up in the form of recent SAPS crime

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What if your radio is worth more than your car?

These days, car sound systems are a whole vibe. Whether you’ve got a premium factory-fitted setup or went all out with a custom subwoofer and amp combo, your sound system might be 1 of the most valuable parts of your ride. So, here’s the question… Is it covered by your car insurance? We can tell you right now, if your

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Is your dream car also a collector’s item? Then it needs special cover

There’s a big difference between a car that gets you from A to B… And a car you bought with your heart. Maybe it’s a vintage Porsche, a limited-edition BMW, or your dad’s lovingly restored Ford Escort. Whatever the model, collectible cars aren’t just vehicles. They’re investments, and they need the kind of cover that goes above and beyond what

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Why it pays to get credit shortfall

We were thinking about those of you out there who are buying a car and using finance to seal the deal. It’s so easy to focus on the monthly repayment when you’re wrapping things up, but actually there’s another number that matters just as much… How much your insurer will pay out if the car is written off or stolen.

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Spring is the season for dings, scrapes, and silly accidents

Spring in South Africa means longer days, more road trips, and jam-packed weekends with sports events, outdoor markets, weddings, and braais. It’s also the season of public holidays and pre-festive-season shopping. In other words… More time on the road. More cars in parking lots. More opportunities for little accidents. Really, it’s not surprising that there could be little spikes in

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Is comprehensive car insurance still worth it in 2025? Let’s break it down

Car prices are up. Interest rates are up. Fuel is… You guessed it, up. So, it’s no surprise that all South African drivers (well, almost everyone) are looking for ways to cut costs. It’s even less surprising to learn that car insurance is the cost that’s most often heaved onto the chopping block. But if you’re tempted to ditch your

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How to insure your R28.9 million Constantia mansion

So, you’ve just bought a little spot in Constantia. You know, the kind of place where your neighbours have private chefs, your gate costs more than a family sedan, and your wine cellar has its own architect. R28.9 million? No biggie. Just your average home with 7 bedrooms, a pool or 2, and possibly a marble staircase that makes guests

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