In simplest terms, underinsurance means that the cover you’ve purchased doesn’t adequately cover the costs to repair, rebuild or replace the car, home and/or contents if it was lost in an insured event. This could mean you would have to pay additional costs should you suffer loss or damages.
That’s why it is so important to take the time and make sure you have adequate insurance, and knowing what’s covered means you know where you stand in the event of a loss.
Factors that could contribute to underinsurance:
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When purchasing or renewing your insurance it’s important to think about all the things that you have and make an informed choice to ensure that you have the right cover for your individual circumstance.
If you think that you might be underinsured or you’re thinking about renewing your policy head to our insurance page or call 138 001.
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