Karen Fittall

Karen Fittall

Journalist & Editor

With more than 25 years’ experience as a journalist, Karen began her career working in-house for newspapers and magazines, before going on to edit custom publications for luxury car brands, construction companies and wellness providers.

A freelancer since 2009, Karen writes regularly for national magazines and inserts, as well as creating digital content for a variety of leading brands and organisations, including mental health, insurance, conservation, property and wellbeing. Karen has also studied canine nutrition and enjoys whipping up tasty, super-healthy meals for her rescue dogs, Amber and Desmond, who live with Karen and her partner in Byron Bay’s hinterland. She now writes regularly for Youi on insurance issues that impact everyday Australian lives.

Written by Karen Fittall

What is a small business
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What Is a Small Business

From employee headcount to annual revenue, the small business definition can be a moving target. Read our guide to help understand your rights and obligations.
Home business insurance
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What Is Home Business Insurance and Do You Need It?

Don’t assume your home insurance will cover your home-based business. Discover what home business insurance covers and how to decide whether or not you need it.
Farm insurance
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Farm Insurance in Australia: What Does It Cover and Do You Need It for Your Property?

Not every rural property or hobby farm has the same insurance needs. Read our guide to farm insurance in Australia to help find the right insurance for you.
Comprehensive vs Third Party car insurance
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What’s the Difference Between Comprehensive and Third Party Car Insurance?

Understand how the difference between comprehensive and third party car insurance impacts the events your car’s covered for – and what you can claim for.
Car depreciation calculator
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Car Depreciation Calculator – What’s My Car Worth Now?

Want to know what your car’s worth? Learn which models tend to hold value, how a car depreciation calculator works, and if depreciation impacts car insurance.
Classic car insurance
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What is Classic Car Insurance – And is it Right for Your Car?

Confused about whether every decades-old vehicle needs classic car insurance? Learn how insurance for classic cars works to help decide if you need it or not.
Public liability and professional indemnity insurance
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Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance – What’s the Difference?

Learn the difference between public liability and professional indemnity insurance. Discover what each typically covers and what your business might need.
Lithium battery fire prevention
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How to Help Prevent a Lithium Battery Fire

Learn how to help prevent a lithium battery fire at home. Discover what causes battery fires, warning signs of battery damage and how to charge devices safely.
Public Liability Insurance Australia
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A Guide to Public Liability Insurance in Australia – Do You Need It?

Learn how public liability insurance works in Australia, when your small business may need it and how the rules and requirements can vary by state and industry.
Electrical safety at home
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Top 5 Home Electrical Hazards

For better electrical safety at home, learn the warning signs of faulty wiring in a house, how to manage electrical hazards and when to call an electrician.
Workers compensation insurance
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What Does Workers Compensation Insurance Cover?

Discover who and what workers compensation insurance covers, which businesses are required to have it and the business risks it doesn’t provide cover for.
Renters home insurance
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Renters Insurance in Australia: What Cover Do You Need When You’re Renting?

When you’re renting, home insurance that covers your belongings for events such as theft, fire and flood might be key. Discover contents insurance for renters.