Private insurance insights

Your home insurance might not pay out if a flood, theft or other damage happens when one of your residences is unoccupied says Olivia Clowes, Account Director for Aon’s Private Clients division.

COVID-19 has forced many estates to accelerate ways of developing new revenue streams but these activities could bring new risks.

Taking steps to avoid underinsurance now could save an expensive loss later says Paul Jacobs, Aon’s Claims Director for private clients.

We talk to Paul Jacobs, Claims Director for Aon Private Clients, about what his role entails and how we helps clients with complex claims

If the last five to ten years are anything to go by, there are some gifts from Christmases past now worth far more than their original purchase price says James McDowell, Aon’s Head of Fine Art.

Stolen presents, burst pipes and inadequate travel insurance can all conspire to put a dampener on your Christmas and holiday season celebrations.

While shoots for friends and family are intended as informal events, problems can easily arise which can lead  to significant losses.

Preparing your estate for the Christmas period whether you open it to the public or have a private family celebration. 

Buying insurance direct is easy. Buying the right insurance, however, can be very difficult indeed and getting it wrong often proves costly. We asked the Aon Private Clients team to explain why it pays to use a broker.