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School yourself to insure your student child sufficiently

24 January 2017 | General

It’s almost that time of year again - students are starting or going back to university soon, which even without recent contentious events on various campuses, is a stressful time; a time of change. But it is also a New Year and a fresh start, and now is a very good time to re-evaluate your student child’s short-term insurance cover.

Get a free second opinion and peace of mind with FMI

23 January 2017 | General

From painting our house to repairing our cars, nowadays comparative quoting is almost a norm when it comes to most items we purchase. But when it comes to our health, we seem to be satisfied to simply accept the diagnosis or advice we’re given by doctors or medical professionals the first time around. Given the high incidents of medical misdiagnoses reported by Mediguide, (18% of all original diagnoses are incorrect), why wouldn’t we get a second opinion? Especially in the case of critical illnesses when there is so much at stake. According to findings by specialised life insurers, FMI, a second opinion often isn’t sought after because of the additional costs incurred and the long-standing trust of family doctors.

Mistakes to avoid when insuring your spouse

23 January 2017 | General

Consumers who make that important financial decision to take out life insurance on their spouses should first consult their partners to avoid making costly mistakes.

12 months guide to financial stability

16 January 2017 | General

This coming year will no doubt be a tough financial year for all South Africans, with economists warning all to tighten their belts. In light of all the challenges that people face, it is essential to take control of one’s finances in 2017 to avoid falling into financial hardship.

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