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You have natural hazards cover if you have a home insurance policy that includes fire insurance (and most do). The premium you pay your insurer includes a Natural Hazards Insurance levy (NHI levy), which gives you access to this natural hazards insurance.
A credit report is a record of a consumer’s credit history, such as information about credit applications (known as enquiries), open and closed credit accounts, payment defaults, and court judgments about unpaid debts.
The Insurance & Financial Services Ombudsman Scheme (IFSO Scheme) is advising consumers to check when they can drive after taking medication, to make sure they are covered by their insurance.
The use of AI in drug discovery has healthcare companies excited, as Milford Investment Analyst Dr Deborah Lambie discovered on her recent visit to the United States.
Winter is on its way in Aotearoa New Zealand, and while many people embrace the changing seasons, cooler days can bring about a change in mood and overall mental wellbeing for plenty of people.
The Retirement Commissioner website at sorted.org.nz provides a great range of free practical information, guides and tools to help you get your money sorted.
Core Advice were pleased to continue our sponsorship with Cycling Marlborough during the recent Cycling NZ Schools Skoda Southern Tour held around Seddon and the Awatere Valley.
Core Advice are pleased to be one of the presenters at the Retirement Preparation Hui being organised by Presbyterian Support to provide vital tips to help soon-to-be retirees to understand the potential challenges, find new purpose, and thrive in their upcoming retirement, for a full, rich, and rewarding life.
Did you know that on average, men have a shorter life expectancy than women? We can make small changes to the things in our control to help us live healthier, happier lives – like our diet, exercise and daily routines.
With increasing life expectancy, New Zealand now has a larger portion of the workforce continuing to work past the traditional retirement age of 65. According to Age Concern, in 2013, 22% of New Zealanders over the age of 65 years were in paid employment – an increase from 16.8% in 2006 and 11.4% in 2001.
If the weather was anything to go by this week winter is well and truly here which means the flu and cold season is upon us. Therefore it’s important to boost our immune system to stay protected during winter.
No one should have to choose between possible financial hardship and potentially life-saving medical treatment, but that’s the decision currently facing thousands of Kiwis who need access to medications that are not funded by PHARMAC.
Have you ever stopped to check where that product / food / clothing you just bought was actually made? Where did you buy it from? At your local retailer / provider, out of town or online? There are plenty of reasons to buy local apart from the environmental benefits.
It may be tempting to share your holiday plans and snaps on social media, however keep in mind you could also be advertising your empty home to potential burglars.
A recent report from the Financial Services Council shows home ownership remains the dream of most Kiwis but many now consider this out of reach.
Heart attacks can happen anytime, anyplace and to anyone. The key to surviving a heart attack are CPR and defibrillation.
Men often prefer to tough things out rather than visit the doctor. But burying your head in the sand can lead to serious consequences. So to tie in with Men’s Health Month, we look at the main check-ups every man should be looking to get sorted sooner, rather than later.
Workplace stress can affect all workplaces and all workers – from farm to office. It can result in lost productivity, increased absenteeism, and a greater risk of accidents and injury. It can also seriously affect the physical and emotional health of workers.
12 months ago NZ went into a full Level 4 lockdown. So what did we learn during this time?
While the rest of the world struggles with Covid-19, Kiwis are fortunate to be living in a bubble and relatively isolated from events overseas. However, this may not always be the case.
