Building Financial Security in Trinidad & Tobago: Why You Need Both Insurance and Savings
John and Jane both think they’re financially secure. John says, “I have strong savings. I’m good.” Jane says, “I have great insurance; if anything happens, I’m covered.” They’re both half-right. Think of insurance and savings as your steering wheel and brakes — they’re both essential, both doing completely different jobs and you don’t want to […]
How to Choose the Right Insurance Company: 5 Things to Check First
Choosing an insurance company sounds simple enough… until you actually sit down to do it. Suddenly there are policies, premiums and fine print everywhere. It’s tempting to just go with the company your parents used or the office closest to your house. But here’s the thing: you’ll only really know if you chose well when […]
Disaster Preparedness Checklist for Trinidad and Tobago: 10 Steps Every Household Needs
Locally, we’ve had to contend with Tropical Storm Karen and devastating floods in the aftermath. It may seem that there’s not much you can do in the face of a disaster. However, there are many steps that you and your family can take to ensure that you are as protected as possible.
