insurance
by Brian McCann
Director Alan Montegriffo and Managing Director John Lister of Eurolinx (Gibraltar) Ltd.
Eurolinx: More than insured Some people whose property suffered in last month’s ferocious storm soon learned Eurolinx’s 18-year dedication to service was something very real. “The word ‘service’ is a frequently-used cliché in many cases,” said Eurolinx sales director Alan Montegriffo, “but since we founded our insurance brokerage in 1990 we have shown that to us it is a serious commitment — and that’s why customers tend to stay with us, it’s very rare for us to lose a client.” During the period following the October storm, all of the Eurolinx customers who had a serious insurance claim were pleased when Alan turned up to see them. At first they thought he was acting as an assessor or surveyor for the insurance company, but no — he was there to make sure they knew exactly how to go about making the claim and to give them all the advice (and sympathy) they needed. Now entering its 19th year, Eurolinx was one of the first insurance brokers in Gibraltar but it has been the combination of caring friendliness and professionalism that has made them stand out over the years. Alan, whose personal experience in insurance goes back a long way, said that, as brokers, Eurolinx is not tied to any company, so he and his specialist staff will always find the best deal for their clients. As they say, “why spend time and money ringing around all the companies when we will do that for you at no extra charge?’’ Eurolinx also has strong links with the London insurance market, which allows them to secure better quotations through
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a broader spectrum of underwriters, a factor that has complemented their reputation for service in locating the best policies in terms of price and quality. Mortgages are an important area where the right advice is essential, an area which also encompasses insurance needs in the form of mortgage protection, investment, and home & contents cover. While seeking to further develop the business by passporting into
Mortgages are an important area where the right advice is essential, an area which also encompasses insurance needs in the form of mortgage protection, investment, and home & contents cover
Spain and Britain, Eurolinx is committed to its continued growth within Gibraltar, and managing director John Lister said that despite Gibraltar’s limitations in size there is still a lot of scope for expansion. They are particularly looking forward to helping the purchasers of new properties throughout Gibraltar, such as Waterport Terraces. As intermediaries, Eurolinx staff are able to sit down with the client and explain the differences between the various options in all types of insurance and mortgages, such as the difference between an endowment and a capital & interest repayment mortgage. Every type of insurance is included in the Eurolinx service, as well as financial advice on the array of investments, pensions, savings and life cover plans available to maximize tax benefits. Thorough attention is given to these matters, and you can expect to have at least three meetings with Eurolinx while they make sure you are getting what you want and at the price you want. The full scope of the company is too vast to list here, but you can look on page 90 of the current Yellow Pages, or go online to www. eurolinx.gi for the full story. Eurolinx is at Suites 21/22 Victoria House in Main Street; telephone 20040240 or email eurolinx@sapphirenet.gi. Contacting them could make a big difference in your life.
GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE • NOVEMBER 2008
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