Over the past few weeks I’ve covered a range of lesser-known insurance risks, those that businesses are less likely to think about or understand that they really should be covered for. You’ve worked hard to grow your business so don’t put it – and your employees – at...

I remember a much simpler time when everything was on paper in neat folders stored in grey filing cabinets. *Sigh*. But now with so much technological advancement, things are easier, yet at the same time, more complicated. Put more simply, there are many more ways to...

As part of our process we provide free insurance cover for up to 30 days for 100% of home purchase customers from date of signing the contract, IF they want to take advantage of our link up with Allianz. The premium is paid usually once the contract has gone...

There are just so many events - expected and unexpected - that can impact our business operations. Up here in Queensland we’re used to extreme weather conditions such as cyclones and severe rain storms. At the moment down south they’re experiencing incredible storms –...

Have you considered what might happen if clients aren’t readily forthcoming with their payment? Clients can default, go bankrupt or be just plain slow at paying your invoices. A fire in your office resulting in a loss of paperwork and computer files could also make...

It sure is an ever-changing world. There’s progress at every turn and more opportunities from the increased connectivity we all share. I know it’s not all good, but I like to focus on the positives. One of the ‘buzz-terms’ of the day is 3D. Medical technology is just...

It’s not unusual to fear what we don’t understand. Foreign ownership of land has long been a thorny issue because it brings to the fore the worrying concept of selling the very foundations of our nation. Plus once sold, it’s almost impossible to buy back!! To make...

It’s probably not rocket-science to say that one of life’s necessary skills is to be financially adept and obviously the best time to become financially literate is during childhood. Now, I’m not talking about being able to manage the nation’s budget, but it’s...

I certainly didn’t need convincing and I know I’ve mentioned this before, but here’s official confirmation! A recent national survey conducted by the First Home Buyers Association found that First Home Buyers (FHB) believe mortgage brokers to be the most trusted...

Apart from the potential of being stung, how much thought do you ever give to the humble bee? I’ve been reading about the recent outbreak of deadly varroa mite in Townsville. This is really scary stuff! Did you know that bees pollinate a third of everything we eat?...