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When you have young kids, it’s pretty common for one parent to be earning most of the household income while...

There are approximately 400 checklists for having a baby. Hospital bags. Prams. Car seats. Tiny socks that somehow disappear within...

If you’re looking into life insurance, one of the first questions you’ll probably have is: how much cover do I...

Thinking about getting life insurance but worried you’ll need a medical exam? The good news is, not everyone needs one....

If you’ve bought a house, you’ve probably heard someone mention life insurance and mortgage protection. They sound like they should...

If you’re looking at insurance to protect your income or mortgage, two options you’ll probably come across are income protection...

If you’re thinking about having a baby, insurance probably isn’t very high on the exciting pre-baby to-do list. Fair enough....

Getting insurance sorted can feel like one of those jobs you’re very happy to tick off the list. But life...

If you’ve looked at your household budget recently and thought, “Something has to give,” you’re certainly not alone. With mortgages,...

Bringing home a new baby changes a lot. Between sleepless nappies and learning a whole new routine, reviewing your insurance...

Before buying a home, many people could probably get by for a while if their income stopped. Once you have...

Having children changes the way many people think about insurance. Before kids, insurance often sits on the “I’ll sort that...

One of the more common questions we hear is: “If I already have health insurance, do I really need trauma...

New Zealand is fortunate to have a public healthcare system that provides high-quality care for millions of people every year....

Before becoming a dad, I understood insurance professionally. After becoming a parent, I understood it personally. And honestly, those are...

If you’ve ever wondered whether life insurance is actually necessary, you’re not alone. For a lot of New Zealanders, life...

Part of our “Quick Insurance Q&A (NZ)” series answering common insurance questions for Kiwis. Can you still get insurance with...

Part of our “Quick Insurance Q&A (NZ)” series answering common insurance questions for Kiwis. What insurance do self-employed people need...

Part of our “Quick Insurance Q&A (NZ)” series answering common insurance questions for Kiwis. What is income protection insurance? Income...

Part of our “Quick Insurance Q&A (NZ)” series answering common insurance questions for Kiwis. How much life insurance is enough...

Do you need life insurance in NZ? It depends on your debt, dependents, and financial situation. Here’s a simple way...

Looking for the best insurance broker in NZ? Compare top brokers, understand your options, and find the right advice for...

Discover what a life insurance broker does, how they help New Zealand families get the best cover, and why working...

Life insurance in New Zealand can cost anywhere from tens to hundreds of dollars a month, depending on your age,...

Life is full of uncertainties, and while we can’t predict the future, we can take steps to protect the people...

Hi, I’m Kris Haak, the founder of Canvas Insurance, a boutique brokerage that specialises in providing personalised insurance solutions for...

Let’s be honest—life insurance isn’t exactly the most exciting topic (my partner would passionately agree to this). It often gets...