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General insurance that protects the things you rely on every day.

General insurance isn’t about complexity or fine print. It’s about making sure the assets you depend on — your home, car, and belongings — are protected if something unexpected happens.

We help you understand what cover makes sense for your situation, avoid unnecessary gaps or overlaps, and arrange insurance that fits your life without the stress.

Who general insurance is for

General insurance can be valuable at many stages of life, including:

  • Homeowners wanting to protect their property and contents

  • Renters looking to cover personal belongings

  • People who rely on a vehicle for work or daily life

  • Families with valuable assets they want to safeguard

  • Anyone reviewing cover after a move, purchase, or life change

If you already have general insurance, it’s also worth reviewing whether your cover still reflects what you own and how you live today.

What general insurance can help with

General insurance may help protect against loss or damage to your assets, including:

  • Your home and property

  • Contents and personal belongings

  • Vehicles and transport

  • Liability in certain situations

The right level of cover depends on your lifestyle, assets, and priorities. Our role is to help you understand what protection is appropriate, where common gaps can occur, and how to keep things simple and effective.

How we approach general insurance

Our focus is on helping you protect the things you rely on, with cover that fits how you live.

We start with what you own and use

We take time to understand your home, belongings, vehicles, and lifestyle, so cover reflects what actually needs protecting.

We explain your cover clearly

We explain policy types, limits, excesses, and key exclusions in plain English, so you know what’s covered and what isn’t.

We recommend what makes sense

Our recommendations are based on your situation and priorities, helping avoid gaps, overlaps, or paying for cover you don’t need.

We review as life changes

When you move house, renovate, buy something new, or your situation changes, we help review and update your cover so it stays relevant.

FAQ

Do I need general insurance in New Zealand?

Most general insurance isn’t legally required, but if you have a mortgage, your lender will usually require home insurance. Car insurance isn’t compulsory, but many people choose it to protect against repair and liability costs.

Are natural disasters covered in NZ?

Home and contents insurance usually covers events like storms and earthquakes, working alongside the Natural Hazards Commission (NHC). Cover limits and excesses vary by policy, so it’s important to understand how they work together.

What does “sum insured” mean for home insurance?

Most NZ home insurance is now based on a sum insured, meaning you choose the maximum amount the insurer will pay to rebuild your home. It’s important to review this regularly as rebuild costs change.

Is the first meeting a sales meeting?

No. The first chat is about understanding your needs and seeing whether we’re the right fit.

Insured for the Good Life.

Copyright © Spire Advice Limited. All Rights Reserved

8/139 Quay Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

FSP1011463

Insured for the Good Life.

Copyright © Spire Advice Limited. All Rights Reserved

8/139 Quay Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

FSP1011463

Insured for the Good Life.

Copyright (c) Spire Advice Limited.
All Rights Reserved

8/139 Quay Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

FSP1011463