Richard Laycock is Finder’s insights editor after spending the last five years writing and editing articles about insurance. His musings can be found across the web including on MoneyMag, Yahoo Finance and Travel Weekly. When he’s not doing deep dives on data, he is testing the quality of cocktails in his newfound home of New York. Richard studied Media at Macquarie University and The Missouri School of Journalism and has a Tier 1 Certification in General Advice for Life Insurance.
Latest articles by Richard Laycock
26 articles written by this author
Canadian mortgage statistics
Discover average mortgage sizes around Canada and much more with our comprehensive guide to mortgage statistics.
Richard Laycock
16 December 2020

Student loan regret
Furthering education shouldn't be a decision you regret, but 81% of Canadians who took out a student loan would rethink their decision. Those findings and more from Finder's student loan regret survey.
Richard Laycock
25 August 2020

Compare life insurance for smokers
As a smoker, you can expect to pay 50-100% more than a nonsmoker for life insurance. Learn more and compare providers in our helpful guide.
Richard Laycock
14 August 2020

Does car insurance cover hitting an animal?
If you have comprehensive coverage, you'll usually be covered after a car accident involving an animal. But there are a few cases where you won't.
Richard Laycock
22 July 2020

Investing in the era of COVID-19: Finder’s Investing Report July 2020
Finder speaks with investment experts from around the world about what investing looks like in a post-COVID-19 world.
Richard Laycock
6 July 2020

What does the future hold for investments?
Finder speaks with 33 investment experts about what the future of investing might hold.
Richard Laycock
5 July 2020

Life insurance for people over 60
Affordable life insurance with fast approval can help you stay protected as you head into your golden years.
Richard Laycock
13 June 2020

Switching life insurance policies
Thinking of switching life insurance policies? Get tips on what to look out for before making the switch.
Richard Laycock
12 June 2020

Life insurance for couples
Applying for a joint policy as a couple has various benefits including discounts on premiums.
Richard Laycock
12 June 2020

Compare life insurance for your 50s
Find out what life insurance policy to get if you're over 50, and how to get affordable premiums.
Richard Laycock
12 June 2020
