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I just got a letter

Renewal, amendment or a request for information — and a deadline you can't find.

14 articles

My premium went up

The price changed, the cover didn't, and no reason was given.

11 articles

I need to file a claim

Something happened and the form asks questions the policy answers.

19 articles

I'm buying my first policy

Comparing quotes that look identical and aren't.

9 articles

Understanding your car insurance policy

Seven chapters, front page to exclusions, each built on a real section of a real policy.

34 min · Reviewed by a licensed adviser · Updated 2 September 2026

…the Insurer's liability shall be reduced by the amount of the Excess applicable to each and every claim…

Chapter 3 takes this sentence apart: not once a year, but every time.

412 insurance words, in plain language

ExcessThe first part of any claim you pay yourself
UnderinsuranceInsuring for less than the real value, so payouts shrink
IndemnityBeing put back where you were, not better off
Waiver of recourseThe insurer gives up its right to reclaim from someone
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