Finance Questions & Answers

October 1, 2008

Dog Bite And Sued With No Home Owners Insurance

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Many people could not contemplate a life without their dog as they see them as more than a family member but as a regular companion that they may not have ever experience in another human being. Probably one of the most relaxing things a person can do is walking with their dog; perhaps throwing a stick for them to fetch but they are just as happy sitting at your feet after a long day. They are a loved and valued member of the family, one that doesn’t get annoyed because they have lost their favorite shoes or that they haven’t had that bath you promised.

Considering all these facets of a pet it is our duty to ensure that we try and show our pet some of the care and concern that they feel for us and dog insurance can be one of the best ways to show that we care. Insurance policies for pets cover many different areas so you can custom them to suit your situation but at the very least you want a policy that covers regular health visits to the vet. Dog insurance plans enable owners of dogs to look after their pets with the knowledge that if anything untoward happens to them they will not have to be concerned about medical fees.

Advancements in medical science even for pets has advanced so that many situations that only a few short years ago could not be treated, are now routine but they come at a high price. These medical advancements have lead to treatments hitherto reserved for humans like organ transplants and replacements for old or damaged hips. Some dog conditions are genetic like heart enlargement, epilepsy and even hip dysplasia.

Unfortunately many conditions that dogs suffer from, only happen after a set age and are not visible when they are young but by the time they do appear the dog is a much loved family member. Looking after your dog’s health should never be a matter of financial concern which almost guaranteed if a dog insurance plan is taken out. Keeping a dog healthy requires a bit more than just good food and a bath because regular checks by the vet can help remove unwanted and unhealthy parasites that all dogs carry as well as looking after their hearing and teeth.

All these processes form an integral part of the dog’s regular check up by the vet so dog health insurance often covers the necessary processes thereby enabling the owner to provide the best care for his beloved pet. Our dog may not fully understand the lengths you are going to for their good health but it does mean they should have a long carefree life with you. If you are not sure where to start in your search for a good plan then ask some of your neighbors who have dogs and see if they can advise you on a dog insurance plan that will cover everything discussed here.

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September 30, 2008

Holiday Home Insurance: How to choose the best cover

Many people buying a holiday home or second home in the UK or in Europe are offered holiday home insurance cover by an insurer, broker, their foreign agent or notary. Of course it is too easy not to say “No”, but the cover offered may not be suitable due to the special insurance requirements needed for a holiday home or second home.

With the risks of owning a second home abroad or in the UK being that much greater than your main home or residence, there is a real call for a second home insurance policy that is written in easy to understand English, that pays specific attention to the particular requirements for holiday homes, and that also has wide coverage.

Not every property has a swimming pool. Certain features are considered to be of vital importance, and therefore overseas home insurance cover for loss of use, legal liability for domestic staff, public liability and accidental damage to domestic supplies should be included as standard. Your holiday property insurance should also ensure that all local taxes on overseas properties are included within the premium. Buildings and Contents cover should be flexible so that owners do not end up paying for cover that they do not need.

The true value of any insurance is however only fully appreciated when a claim is made. Holiday home owners who own a property overseas and have overseas holiday home insurance should be spared the difficulties of discussing their claim with a foreign agent via a continental telephone call, and should be able to speak directly to experienced English staff that will provide assistance and be fully responsible for liaising with the overseas loss adjusters.

You might think that the best thing to go for is cheap holiday home insurance, but you really need to ask yourself whether you are really that well covered with the cheapest policy? Although low premium rates are often of importance, the overseas house insurance cover should be simple to understand, offer a high level of security and in the event of a claim a satisfactory result.

Using an insurance agent who does not specialize in, or fully understand the requirements of your holiday home or let property, you may find that you do not have adequate cover to fully protect your holiday home. It is essential that you get the correct property insurance to suit the specialized requirements needed for your holiday home. You must get specialist overseas holiday property insurance. And you must get insurance for buildings and contents designed exclusively for properties used as holiday homes or let for holiday use.

Do you have cover for legal liability for domestic employees? What restrictions are in place when letting and un-occupancy etc? And most important of all what do you do in the event of a claim? As an owner of a holiday home abroad, it is vital that you fully understand the extent and limitations of your insurance policy.

If your holiday home insurance policy has been placed through an insurance agent in the following countries: UK, Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, Cyprus Greece, Ireland, Malta, Monaco or Andorra , it is more likely that they have not informed you and that you simply do not know.

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