2024-08-08

Hippo’s Guide to Your Ultimate VW Polo Life

From Midrand to Mamelodi, Alex to Alberton, and Soweto to Spruitview, Gauteng gents between 28 and 35 are buying Polos. They’ve hustled, side hustled, studied, and secured jobs to get these iconic whips which are rightfully their pride and joy. They’ve grafted hard for these status symbols and the associated lifestyle of a Polo player.

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2024-07-30

What's the difference? Choosing between Comprehensive Car Insurance and Third-Party Insurance

Third-party liability insurance only can seem like a cost-saving option over comprehensive insurance, but an incident involving your car could end up costing you more than you bargained for.

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2024-07-17

The pitfalls of potholes: a closer look at South African roads

Potholes have become a serious point of discussion especially, as they seem to have increased in number over the past few years.

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2024-07-12

What to look for when comparing Medical Aids

If you’re an ordinary member of the public, you have 20 open market medical aid schemes to choose from. (The others only being open to certain professional organisations or companies.) So how can you effectively compare them to find the one that’s just right for you? Let’s take you through it.

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2024-07-11

Why are South African roads so dangerous?

South Africa has dangerous roads, and that’s a fact. Our road fatality rate in 2023 sits at 19.39 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants, well above the global rate of 15.

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2024-07-09

What to do when you’ve previously cancelled your Car Insurance

It's usually harder and more expensive to get car insurance again if you've had a break in cover. But reinsuring your vehicle after having cancelled in order to manage your lockdown budget is a vital step towards repairing your now-damaged risk profile.

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2024-07-09

5 reasons why cancelling your Car Insurance is a bad idea

Picture this: it’s life after lockdown and you are finally back on track with your budget. You’re relieved that you can afford to pick up those payments you decided to drop to spare your pocket. You can insure your car again… But then comes the shock: your premiums are suddenly far higher than what you were paying before the lockdown! What happened?

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2024-07-02

Adulting Is Getting More and More Expensive

While Hippo is driven by data, people are what interest us most. We’re obsessed with finding ways to save all South Africans money across a wide spectrum of products and services, all on one fast and convenient website where you can compare quotes side by side.

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2024-04-02

Things to consider: Medical aid and pregnancy

If you’re pregnant or are planning on having a baby, you probably can’t wait to do the fun stuff, like picking out names and buying cute clothes that you secretly wish came in adult sizes.

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2024-03-28

Medical Aid: terms you need to know

It might be the perfect time to review your Medical Aid policy and decide whether you’ll need to upgrade or downgrade your current plan. But, deciding on the right scheme or plan can be daunting, as you’re constantly bombarded with Medical Aid jargon. Luckily, this year you’ll be in the know. We’ve taken a closer look at some Medical Aid terms to help you understand what they mean, so you can make an informed decision.

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2024-03-01

Switching medical aids in 2024 guide

Many people don't realise it but it's important to reassess your medical aid scheme every year. Schemes themselves will revise their benefits annually, so members should do the same to understand whether they're receiving the optimum value based on their individual needs.

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2024-02-23

Party Planning 101: Event Liability Cover is a Must-Have

Unveil the essential role of event liability insurance in safeguarding the success and financial stability of events. Whether orchestrating corporate functions or personal celebrations, this insurance provides peace of mind, bolsters credibility, making it an indispensable asset for discerning event planners seeking to ensure seamless and secure events.

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