underinsurance

Underinsurance remains a persistent issue in the UK, arising when sums insured or declared values are insufficient to cover full reinstatement or financial exposure, leading to reduced claim payments under average clauses. Insurance professionals must proactively address this through education, professional valuations, index‑linking, and regular reviews—especially during periods of high construction, wage, and equipment cost inflation—ensuring brokers and clients fully understand the implications at both placement and claim stage.

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As digital distribution grows, proving the value of advice becomes the next challenge

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As digital distribution grows, proving the value of advice becomes the next challenge

Buying home insurance has never been easier. Demonstrating the value of advice has never been more important

The drone exposure hiding in commercial insurance portfolios

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The drone exposure hiding in commercial insurance portfolios

As drone use spreads across UK businesses, specialists warn many brokers are overlooking a growing coverage gap

Are comparison site users getting enough advice on what they are actually insuring?

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Are comparison site users getting enough advice on what they are actually insuring?

A new report from Uswitch raises some serious questions

Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister and Labour leader

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Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister and Labour leader

Andy Burnham expected to succeed him as Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade, with Rachel Reeves widely tipped to leave the Treasury

Escape-of-water claims data exposes a gap brokers need to address

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Escape-of-water claims data exposes a gap brokers need to address

With 41% of specialist claims exceeding £20,000, the conversation around capped cover can no longer wait

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