The Dialdiary – blog articles to keep you in the know
When to consider a personal loan
While many of us try to save for moments when a car breaks down or a large appliance needs to be replaced, sometimes there just isn't enough money available when you need it most. Check these points off to figure out if a personal loan should or shouldn’t be considered.
It was a week of winning in the Do Your Thing Challenge
The Do Your Thing Challenge, that ran in-app from the 4th to the 8th of March, saw thousands of South Africans competing for awesome daily prizes and the whopping grand prize of R50 000.
And the award for Product Of The Year goes to......Dialdirect
South Africa has spoken, voting Dialdirect Product of the Year 2019 (Service Category). Over 80% of consumers loved the product, post use, which is exceptionally high for products in the survey.
Buying and financing your first home: a guide for young people
Coming of age as a home buyer can be exciting, but there’s a lot to manage. Read on for our best tips on how to buy your first home.
Insure your home in time for load shedding
While the national power grid is stable at present, now’s the time to start thinking about insuring your home against future load shedding.
Do you have your ducks in a row?
It’s very hard to believe, but quite a lot of people don’t keep their insurance policy documents safe. At Dialdirect, we believe that its always better to be safe than sorry, and that means keeping all your important documents, including your insurance policy documents
Breaking down business insurance
Whether you’re a tradesman or a corporate CEO, there are ways to keep all aspects of your business protected. If you’re a bit unsure of what they entail, then here’s a summary to help you.
How to start a side business with no money
Keen to utilize a skill that could make you some extra money? Follow these tips to get your side business going when money is tight.
9 quotes by entrepreneurs to propel you into the New Year
Along with making it easy to get car insurance quotes online, we thought we'd ease your year-end stress by sharing some advice from famous entrepreneurs.
Avoid falling victim to personal loans scams
Recent scam attempts have once again put personal loan scammers on the spotlight. Ensure that you do not fall victim to their schemes.
Myth Busters: Our app
Here are a few facts about how the Dialdirect Insurance App uses battery, data and how it’s tracking capability relates to claiming.
The ever-increasing importance of cyber insurance
In this largely tech-oriented age, cyberattacks are an unfortunate everyday threat. That’s why cyber insurance is a necessary means of protecting yourself against potential loss.
Why avid hikers should keep themselves insured
There have been several crime incidents on popular hiking trails that put hikers in danger when heading out to the outdoors.
Should you get life insurance your 20s?
Whether you're a recent graduate or a young professional, you may be thinking about purchasing life insurance. But is that the right step for you? Here are some things to consider.
2019’s fitness trends
A new year brings a renewed sense of direction and purpose. If a New Year’s goal of yours is to get more active, here are a few of the biggest trends to look out for in 2019.
Smart guide to car finance
Gearing up to buy a car but feeling a bit lost with regards to what you need to know or even where to start? Read our smart guide to get you on the right track.
The city with the worst traffic also has the best drivers
Even though Cape Town’s traffic ranks as the worst in the country, the city has laid claim to having the best drivers.
Five insurance tips for millennials
Thinking of insurance is daunting for most millennials. Here’s a guide to help you get the insurance you need.