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Extreme Shortfall in Default Sum for House Insurance
Tuesday, 17 June 2014, 3:31 pm | Construction Cost Consultants
Much like a house begging for renovation, the default sum being offered to homeowners under house insurance guidelines introduced on 1 July 2013 is in need of an extreme makeover. Late last year, Construction Cost Consultants warned that 93% of homeowners ... More >>
Survey Illuminates Problem of Widespread Home Underinsurance
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 3:51 pm | Construction Cost Consultants
More data about an incipient crisis in the national housing market is emerging, with a survey of 459 older New Zealand homeowners showing that two-thirds mistakenly believe they are insured for the true cost of rebuild. In fact, a group of quantity surveyors ... More >>
Almost Universal Home Underinsurance Under Guidelines
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 3:49 pm | Construction Cost Consultants
A leading firm in the construction industry has warned that changes to home insurance policies are leaving up to 93% of homeowners underinsured to the tune of 25% to 50%. More >>