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This family finances blog will inform on things from budgeting tips and tools, savings and everyday money guides, to protection for you and your family.

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Zurich research highlights sustained financial impact of Covid-19 on parents and provides a useful tool to help parents manage education costs. 
The Zurich Cost of Education Survey 2021* reveals the staggering costs for college students whether they are living at home or in rented or student accommodation.
The Zurich Cost of Education Survey 2021* highlights the cost of primary school in Ireland and gives a breakdown of the back to school shopping list. 
The Zurich Cost of Education Survey 2021* highlights the cost of secondary school in Ireland and provides some handy tips and tools to manage your back to school budget.  
Have you recently bought a house or plan to buy one in the future? You'll need mortgage protection and while many people take out protection with their lender, but Zurich offer competitive and flexible mortgage protection too. 

There is a common misconception that if you have health insurance you don't need serious illness cover, when in fact this couldn't be further from the truth.

Congratulations, you’re getting married! Getting into the nitty gritty of planning is an exciting time. Here’s five tips to get you started.

Due to Covid-19, we are all spending a lot more time at home and lockdowns have spurred people to save for home improvements. Wherever you are in your home improvements journey, we've got some great advice on getting started, planning and saving.

Research by Zurich reveals that there are many great benefits to be gained from engaging with a financial advisor – especially when it comes to life insurance.

Some people are sandwiched in the middle of family lines, providing for both children and parents. What financial pressures do they face, and what are the advice needs of this sandwich generation?