Tips and guides

Across the UK, 14% of homeowners are thinking about making improvements to their home, according to a new study from Gocompare.com. And of those, 5% have decided they’ll extend their current home, rather than move to one that works better for them.

It’s only natural to wonder if speeding awareness courses need to be declared to your insurer, and what impact they may have. Here’s what you need to know.

Cars over three years of age are required to have an annual MOT test to ensure they meet the minimum standards for roadworthiness. Your car’s mechanical condition, so things like the engine, gearbox and clutch – isn’t assessed, but if your car’s old or unreliable, the annual MOT can be a worry.

It’s that time of year again when it's time for a horror flick or two this Halloween. What we never see when the credits roll is how the pieces are picked up in the aftermath. We couldn’t help but wonder; for those fateful protagonists who dare return, what would be the cost of putting things right?

Whether you’re going away for a long weekend, a week, or a fortnight, you’ll want to do everything you can to make sure your home’s secure. To help, here are 10 top tips to keep your home safe while you’re taking a break.

Moving home’s an exciting time, but it can be pretty stressful, too, so it pays to be organised. To help you make the process go as smoothly as possible, have a look at our handy checklist.