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Home insurance news and articles

Youi’s home insurance articles that help you maintain your house as well as the valuable and loveable contents within your home.

Be prepared, not scared, and learn to look after your home in case of a flood, bushfire, or severe weather.

They say home is where the heart is, so we want to do all we can to help you protect the things dearest to you. Youi’s home insurance articles provide you with helpful home maintenance tips as well as effective ways to prepare your home for all that the Australian climate can throw at you.

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Your Moving Out of Home Checklist

Planning on moving out of home soon? Get tips on budgeting and how to manage expenses, plus advice on renting and what to know about contents insurance.
Water damage in your rental

Water Damage in Your Rental? Here’s What You Can Do

The idea of dealing with water damage caused by storm water overflow, burst pipes or an overflowing bath may feel overwhelming if you’re renting.
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Is Contents-Only Insurance Enough for You?

If you’re unsure how different types of home insurance work or are looking to save money due to rising living costs, you might be wondering if contents-only insurance could be a good option for you.
Holiday rental

7 Steps to Turning Your Property into a Holiday Rental

Did you know that more than two million Australian households own a property other than the home they live in?
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How to Create an Emergency and Evacuation Plan for You and Your Family

In the event of an emergency, it pays to be prepared. Having an emergency and evacuation plan in place for you and your family could be the difference between finding safety or total disaster.
Outside jobs to do now

Outside Jobs to Do Now, Before Bushfire Season Begins

Prepare your home for bushfire season with these essential outdoor tasks. Learn what to do now to protect your property before the fire season begins.
How to prepare for a bushfire

How to Prepare for a Bushfire: 3 Jobs to Do This Weekend

Learn how to prepare for a bushfire with three jobs you can do this weekend. The experts share tips on how to protect your home ahead of the fire season.
Bushfire survival plan

How to Make a Bushfire Survival Plan

Create a comprehensive bushfire survival plan with our helpful guide. Learn essential steps, what to include and how to stay safe during Australia's fire season.
Home security systems

Are Home Security Systems Worth Installing on My Property?

Thinking of installing security cameras on your property? From privacy laws to camera features, here’s what you might like to know about home security systems.
Is your home underinsured

Is Your Home Underinsured?

The right home insurance can provide valuable protection for home owners and their belongings in the event of unforeseen disasters.
Christmas light safety tips

’Tis the Season: Christmas Light Safety Tips For Your Home

It’s that time of year again – the Christmas lists are written, lunches are being planned and homes are starting to look suitably festive.
Home and contents insurance

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Home and Contents Insurance

Precious family heirlooms, cherished jewellery, expensive appliances, technology and a lifetime’s worth of belongings – it goes without saying that your home and its contents are among your most valuable assets.
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Is Building and Contents Insurance Worth It?

It can be well worth protecting your property and belongings, building and contents insurance is a great way to provide financial protection against loss or damage.
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Choosing Home Insurance Cover for Your Holiday Home

No matter how you use your home, it’s important that you’ve got the right insurance cover.
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Handling Home Insurance Cover After a Renovation

Whether you’re making a few upgrades around the house or you’re undergoing a full-blown renovation, when things change around the house your home insurance should too.
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