Planning Your First Motorhome Trip
If you’ve recently bought your first motorhome (dont forget the motorhome insurance cover!), or a planning to buy one soon, then you’re no doubt already thinking about your first trip. Below are some of the most important things to consider when planning the first trip in your motorhome. Plan ahead Although it can be tempting to improvise when it comes to your first motorhome trip, this can lead to more stress than it’s worth, especially if you’re not used to driving such a vehicle. It’s a good idea to plan your first trip well, including where you’re going to stay and how you’re going to get there. A sat nav can save you all kinds of stress so…
Keeping Your Van Safe
If you drive a van for a living then you should take every step you can in order to keep it safe. Below are some of the best ways to do this. Get the right type of insurance cover The type of cover you need for your van will depend on how you use it. For example if you work as a plumber and only use your van to store your tools and getting to and from jobs then a regular van insurance policy will provide the level of protection you need. If though you work as a courier then you’ll want to get a special courier insurance policy that includes cover options such as goods in transit insurance.…
Working as a Black Cab Driver
If you enjoy driving and working with the public then working as a black cab driver could be the perfect job for you. Black cabs are synonymous with UK, especially London and working as a black cab driver provides you a level of freedom that you just don’t have when working behind a desk. Below are some of the main requirements and things you need to consider to decide if you’re suited to working as a cab driver. Getting insurance If you work as an owner driver then you’ll also need to take care of your own insurance. Black cab insurance is available from many insurance providers so you won’t have any problems getting quotes, especially if you use an…
Should You Insure Your Family Cars as a Fleet?
If your family has multiple cars then you might not have considered that you can get them insured as together as a fleet. Most people think of fleet insurance as something that’s only for businesses but you can also get fleet cover for family cars. There are some compelling reasons to get your family’s cars covered as a fleet. These include – You can save money – The cost of living is seemingly rising all the time and because of this many families are looking for ways to save money and cut down on expenditures. The cost of car insurance is one expense that has risen rapidly over the last decade or so. This is due in no small part…
Starting a Business From Home
If you want to break free from the rat race and start your own business from home, the good news is that it’s never been easier to do. The internet has opened up a world of possibilities when it comes to making money from home so anyone with a bit of talent and a good work ethic can make their own money. Below are some of the key types of business you can run from home as well as some tips on the practical side of running a home business. Types of businesses to consider Teaching – If you are skilled at something that other people would like to learn, whether it’s playing a musical instrument, arts & crafts or…
5 Keys To Success When Letting Property
Many people in the UK make a great living by letting property. With more people now choosing to rent rather than buy, it’s a great time to start making money from property providing you go about it in the right way. To help you get started, below are 5 keys to letting property successfully. 1. Finding the right property Finding the right property is one of the biggest challenges of becoming a successful landlord. You of course want to get a good return on your investment so you want to get a property that is reasonably priced and in a good area that will attract the type of tenants you want to let to. Apartment buildings are very popular with…
How to Get The Best Deal Possible On Home Insurance
Owning a home comes with a lot of expense. As well as the mortgage repayments, you also have to get good home insurance if you want to protect your home and its contents. Home insurance can be quite costly, depending on the value of your home, how secure it is and the area you live in. If you’re looking to get the best possible deal on home insurance then below are some great tips to help you save money. Get good a good front door When trying to get the best deal possible on home insurance, you need to take any steps you can to make your property more secure and lower the risk of your home being targeted by
Saving Money When You Have a Drink Driving Conviction
If you have a drink driving conviction then you’re probably already aware of how it affects the cost of car insurance. When you have a drink driving conviction it’s important to take any steps you can to lower the cost of car insurance to make things more affordable. Below are some of the best ways you can do this. Get a basic policy Getting a basic third party only policy is one of the easiest ways to save money on drink driving car insurance. A third party only policy is the lowest level of cover you need to make your vehicle road legal and it’s also the cheapest. If you don’t feel third party only is enough protection then…
What Factors Affect the Cost of Truck Insurance?
When taking out a truck insurance policy, there are a number of things that will affect its cost. In order to help you understand truck insurance better and maybe even save some money, below are the biggest factors that affect the cost of truck insurance.  Your age Your age is one of the biggest factors that will affect how much you pay for truck insurance. Unfortunately if you’re under the age of 25 then you can expect to pay considerably more. This is because young drivers are more likely to be involved in collisions, either due to being more reckless or having less experience behind the wheel. Your driving experience Your driving experience is another factor that will affect what…