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| Netstrata's Undisclosed Commissions and Conflicts of Interest Revealed 06 Dec 2025: Paige Estritori In February 2025, an independent review conducted by McGrathNicol uncovered significant issues within Netstrata, a prominent strata management company. The investigation revealed that Netstrata failed to disclose commissions and did not obtain multiple quotes for services, potentially breaching legal obligations. Additionally, the review identified undisclosed personal relationships between Netstrata employees and suppliers, raising serious concerns about conflicts of interest. - read more |
| NSW Fair Trading Revokes Strata Licences Due to Insurance Failures and Misconduct 06 Dec 2025: Paige Estritori In May 2025, NSW Fair Trading took decisive action against Result Strata Management Pty Ltd and its General Manager, Michael Lee, by permanently revoking their licences to operate in the state's strata management sector. This move followed an investigation that uncovered multiple breaches of the Property and Stock Agents Act 2002, highlighting significant misconduct within the company. - read more |
| CHU's 2025 Strata Market Report: Stability Amidst Climate and Regulatory Challenges 06 Dec 2025: Paige Estritori In November 2025, CHU, Australia's largest strata insurance underwriting agency, released its 2025 State of the Strata Market report, providing a comprehensive analysis of the current trends and challenges within the strata industry. The report offers valuable insights into premium trends, climate-related risks, regulatory developments, and emerging sector challenges. - read more |
| Rising Insurance Costs Amidst Climate Change: What Homeowners Need to Know 06 Dec 2025: Paige Estritori Australian homeowners are experiencing significant increases in home insurance premiums, largely due to the escalating risks associated with climate change. Recent analyses reveal a national average premium hike of 14%, translating to an additional $343 annually for policyholders. This trend underscores the growing financial burden on homeowners as extreme weather events become more frequent and severe. - read more |
| Competitive Market Dynamics Drive Down Construction Insurance Costs 06 Dec 2025: Paige Estritori The Australian construction insurance market has entered a notably softer phase in 2025, characterized by a significant reduction in premiums across various lines. This shift is primarily attributed to increased competition among insurers, offering clients more options and driving down costs. - read more |
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| Understanding Life Insurance Needs: A Guide for Australian Families Life insurance is a financial product designed to provide peace of mind by offering a safety net for your loved ones in the event of your passing. The primary purpose of life insurance is to ensure that your family is financially protected, allowing them to maintain their standard of living even without your income. - read more
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| Understanding the Tax Benefits of Income Protection Insurance in Australia Income protection insurance is a crucial safeguard for many Australians, designed to provide financial stability in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury. This type of insurance delivers a regular income, usually up to a certain percentage of your regular earnings, ensuring that you can meet your financial obligations even when your health prevents you from earning a wage. - read more
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| Life Insurance: How much is enough? When considering life insurance, you're planning and preparing for an event that most of us would rather not think about. But life insurance represents a critical step in managing your personal finances and ensuring your family's well-being. - read more
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| Income Protection Insurance: A Lifeline for Self-Employed Aussies Income protection insurance is a vital financial safety net designed to support individuals who find themselves unable to work due to illness or injury. It provides a replacement income stream, cushioning the financial blow when life throws unexpected challenges your way. For self-employed Australians, who don't enjoy the same benefits as salaried employees—like sick leave or employer-funded superannuation—income protection becomes even more essential. - read more
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| Understanding Your Insurance Needs at Every Life Stage Navigating the complex world of insurance can often feel daunting, but understanding the importance of life stage consideration when choosing life insurance is essential. As we journey through the various chapters of our lives, our financial responsibilities, dependents, and personal circumstances evolve. These changes invariably have significant implications for our insurance needs. - read more
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Broadly, the entire written contract of insurance. More narrowly, the basic written or printed document, as distinguished from the forms and endorsements added thereto.