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From keeping your loved ones secure to staying safe while travelling, our guides will help you understand different policies and cover options so that you can protect the things you care about the most
Protecting yourself
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                                              The nation's relationship with life insuranceFor many people, life insurance is an important way to protect their loved ... 
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                                              What is life insurance?Life insurance can offer your loved ones peace of mind and financial security ... 
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                                              Travel insurance for seniors and travelling with grandchildrenRead our guide to travelling in later life. We explore what to look for in your ... 
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                                              Travelling without insurance: Why you should never take the riskIf you’re thinking of heading abroad without insurance, think again. This guide ... 
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                                              How EasyID can help you as a student and when you start workStudent life is busy. From proving your age to applying for jobs, you need to ... 
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                                              How EasyID can help your businessNeed a quick and easy way to verify your customers? EasyID makes identity ... 
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                                              How to avoid holiday scamsWe all look forward to our holidays. Unfortunately, though, more and more ... 
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                                              4 travel money scams and watchouts: keep your holiday funds safeGoing on holiday is an exciting time for families. To make sure it stays fun, ... 
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Protecting your family
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                                              Life insurance vs life assuranceWhat’s the difference between life insurance and life assurance? We can help ... 
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                                              How much is a funeral in the UK?No one really likes to think about their funeral. But it’s important to because ... 
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                                              Over 60s life insuranceTurning 60 is a special milestone, but it’s also a good time to think about how ... 
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                                              What are the benefits of life insurance?Life insurance can give your family financial support if you pass away during ... 
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                                              Family travel insuranceIf you're travelling abroad as a family, it makes sense to take out insurance ... 
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                                              10 tips for keeping kids safe on holidayWe all know the feeling – getting to the airport, then a wave of panic comes ... 
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                                              Teen travel: holiday ideas for teenagers and tips for parentsTravel can help teenagers grow and discover new places. This guide shares the ... 
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                                              Why life insurance still matters, even in a cost-of-living crisisWith bills going up, it’s natural to look for ways to cut costs. But cancelling ... 
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Protecting your property
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                                              Understanding mortgage life insuranceIf you want to leave your loved ones financial protection for your home, even ... 
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                                              10 ways to look after your valuables at the beachThe whole idea of lounging around on the beach is to switch off and enjoy the ... 
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                                              What you should do about delayed, lost or damaged luggageThe last thing you want to happen on holiday is standing the luggage carousel ... 
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                                              How to protect your travel documentsWhile it’s useful to take hard copies of travel documents away, you can ... 
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                                              How to replace a lost or stolen passportWhether you’re on holiday or back home in the UK, losing your passport can be a ... 
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                                              6 steps to help protect your home when you’re awayLearn how to secure your property when you're not at home. Follow these steps ... 
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                                              Accidental Damage Home InsuranceWhat it is, why you might need it and when you might need extra 
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                                              How clearing your gutters impacts your home insuranceKeeping your gutters in good working order is part of home maintenance and ... 
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                                              7 issues that can affect your home. Is my home insured?Home insurance is a way to protect your property and its contents in case ... 
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                                            Protecting your gadgets wherever you areWe rely on gadgets like our phones, laptops, tablets and smartwatches every ... 
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                                              Understanding car insurance groupsCar insurance can be confusing, especially when terms like “insurance groups” ... 
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                                              A quick guide to car tax, insurance and SORNKeeping your car compliant doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether it’s taxing ... 
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                                              Electric and hybrid vehicle insurance explainedAs more people switch to electric or hybrid cars, finding the right insurance ... 
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                                              What is excess in insurance?Wondering what excess means in insurance? We can help with that. Our guide ... 
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Protecting your pet
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                                              How to travel with your dogTaking your best friend on holiday with you is everyone's ideal situation, but ... 
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                                              How to keep pets safe and happy at ChristmasChristmas is an exciting time, but it can be overwhelming for pets. The extra ... 
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                                              Getting your first pet: everything new pet owners should considerOwning a pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life, and bringing ... 
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                                              The cost of owning a petThe cost-of-living crisis has meant that owning and caring for a pet has become ... 
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                                              What can my cat eat? A guide to safe and unsafe foods for catsWondering which foods are safe for your cat? It’s essential to know which foods ... 
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                                            What can my dog eat? A guide to safe and unsafe foods for dogsDogs love to share food with their humans, but not everything we eat is safe ... 
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                                              What can my rabbit eat? A guide to safe and unsafe foods for rabbitsFeeding your rabbit the right food is essential for their health and happiness. ... 
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                                              10 dog breeds that are good with catsThinking of getting a dog but already have a cat at home? It’s important to ... 
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                                              Keeping your pets calm and safe during fireworksFrom Bonfire Night to New Year’s Eve, fireworks might be exciting for us, but ... 
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                                              How to deal with pet emergenciesWhen something sudden or unexpected happens to your pet, knowing how to respond ... 
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                                              Taking pets on holiday: Do pets need travel insurance?Things have changed a lot when it comes to travelling with your pet. Whether ... 
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                                              Why it’s important to insure your petOur pets are more than just animals. For most owners, they’re a much-loved ... 
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                                              Finding and identifying lost petsNo-one wants the worry and stress of a much-loved pet going missing. ... 
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                                              A pet’s life expectancy - How long do pets live for?Pets play a key role in so many people’s lives, but how long can we expect them ... 
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                                              How to keep your dog cool this summerHot weather might be perfect for picnics and holidays but it can be a real ... 
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                                              Rehome or adopt a rescued petChoosing and owning a pet can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but ...