Insurance

Dan Gilbert on the art of making money choices

Dan Gilbert on the art of making money choices

Your future self and better financial decisions – spotlighted by the Think Forward Initiative

What is the GDPR?

billion dollars’ worth of damage was caused by hurricanes in the USA in 2017

billion dollars’ worth of damage was caused by hurricanes in the USA in 2017

Why you don’t have a pension (and what to do about it)

Why you don’t have a pension (and what to do about it)

Four ways to start saving for the retirement you want, when you can’t predict the future.

projection bias

What is projection bias?

Our present situation can cloud our view of the future – and cause problems for our finances.

How couples split the bills and decide on purchases

How couples split the bills and decide on purchases

Who shares the blame for your financial choices? Other people may affect the decisions even if you manage the money yourself, a study shows.

Do numbers keep you awake? Six tips to battle your fears

Do numbers keep you awake? Six tips to battle your fears

Maths was not a favourite subject for a lot of us at school but managing personal finances in adulthood is an unavoidable reality.

Want to invest like Warren Buffett? Self-discipline plays a part

Want to invest like Warren Buffett? Self-discipline plays a part

Many assume investing is all about picking the right shares. But billionaire investors tend to have several advantages.

an endowment policy

What is an endowment policy?

is the top global ranking given to Australia for the sustainability of its pension system

is the top global ranking given to Australia for the sustainability of its pension system

percent of salary is typically needed to fund a comfortable retirement

percent of salary is typically needed to fund a comfortable retirement

Think Forward Initiative – Financial Behaviour Unveiled

Think Forward Initiative – Financial Behaviour Unveiled

ING International Surveys

Think Forward Initiative – Financial Behaviour Unveiled

This ING International Survey on financial behaviour carried out for the Think Forward Initiative unveils personal money management across Europe, the US and Australia. The good news is that a...

Should you buy an annuity?

Should you buy an annuity?

We are living in a time of great uncertainty. Here’s what to do about it

We are living in a time of great uncertainty. Here’s what to do about it

When the only constant is change, what can the average person do to reduce financial risk?

What is life insurance?

Are you regularly surprised by the extra costs of home ownership, such as maintenance and insurance?

Are you regularly surprised by the extra costs of home ownership, such as maintenance and insurance?

Why do people pay more for complex insurance policies?

Why do people pay more for complex insurance policies?

Robert asks: Why do people pay more for complex insurance (such as endowment policies) that guarantees a return rather than cheaper alternatives offering similar cover?

Do you take out insurance when you travel abroad?

Do you take out insurance when you travel abroad?

Seven smart tips for saving for a holiday

Seven smart tips for saving for a holiday

Holidays can be a great way to rest and relax. And they can be even better if you plan and save in advance.

an emergency fund

What is an emergency fund?

Is service or price more important when buying insurance?

Is service or price more important when buying insurance?

What are the different types of life insurance?

What are the different types of life insurance?

The reasons for buying life insurance are fairly straightforward - then comes the issue of selecting the right product for individual circumstances.

What is life insurance and why do I need it?

What is life insurance and why do I need it?

Life insurance is like a financial safety net for your family in the event you are no longer able to provide for them.

When should I buy life insurance and how much do I need?

When should I buy life insurance and how much do I need?

Life insurance provides financial security - but the timing and the level of cover depends on individual circumstances.

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