Income cover is a type of insurance that provides you with a portion of your income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury.

Many investors are seeking alternative investment options as reducing interest rates affect the returns on their bank term deposits. Income Funds are designed to provide investors with the option of having the income earned on their invested funds paid regularly or added (capitalized) to their investment, similar to term deposits.

Bindu Garikipati is our Group Life and Health Specialist. She collaborates with a diverse range of companies, from software developers to timber processing firms, to deliver and manage Group Wellness plans that protect employees and their families.

If you're planning to make changes to your property in 2025, please drop us a note and let us know. Transparency with your insurer ensures that your home stays fully protected throughout the renovation process and helps avoid any disputes or delays in claims processing.

As the holiday season approaches, it's that time of year when we set ambitious resolutions in January, only to forget them by February!

Holly is our friendly Commercial and Domestic Insurance Broker at Accelerate. With nearly four years of experience with us, many of you with house, car, or contents insurance have likely had the pleasure of working with her.

Jared is our esteemed Life and KiwiSaver Adviser at Accelerate. With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Jared brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in Insurance and Investments.

On 14th August 2024, the Reserve Bank of NZ announced a reduction in the Official Cash Rate from 5.5% to 5.25%. It is the first cut since March 2020.

Ransomware is malicious software downloaded designed to lock the user out of their system or files or publish sensitive data until a ransom is paid. And as criminal hackers become more organised and ruthless, many large businesses are investing heavily in cyber defences.

It's been distressing to witness the recent reports of everyday Kiwis falling victim to sophisticated scammers. It's evident that there's a need for our banking industry to enhance efforts to safeguard against these predators.

Please allow us to introduce Scott Campbell, a valued Commercial Broker here at Accelerate. With over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry, Scott is a specialist in business insurance.

A year since the Auckland Floods and Cyclone Gabrielle, the insurance market has undergone significant changes. Global weather events, combined with local disasters, have led to a notable increase in premiums

When evaluating a new property, it's essential to be mindful of unconsented work, which could impact insurance coverage. With flood plains redefined, consulting updated maps is crucial to understanding flood risks.