Tuesday, April 1, 2025Although windows can offer access to sunlight and circulate fresh air within your home, they can also pose serious safety hazards. The two main causes of window injuries are falls and strangulation from the looped cords on draperies, blinds and shades. READ MORE >>
Monday, February 10, 2025Vacations are a time to unwind and not have to worry about what’s happening at home. Yet, this is likely your largest asset. You need to consider what you can do to reduce the risk of having to file a home insurance claim when you get back. A few simple things can help to make your home a bit safer while you are not there to monitor it. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 5, 2024One of the biggest mistakes you can make when it comes to buying home insurance is not buying enough. Unfortunately, according to CoreLogic, about 60 percent of all homes in the United States are underinsured. Here’s more about how much home insurance you actually need. READ MORE >>
Friday, August 2, 2024How to Check Your Home for Mold Wet, moist areas provide the perfect breeding ground for mold, of which many types are toxic to humans. Some species of mold may only cause allergy-like symptoms, while others could be life-threatening. Not to mention, mold problems can cause thousands of dollars’ worth of damage to your home if left unchecked. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 8, 2024If you ever buy a house, then you will probably have to buy homeowners insurance. Most mortgage lenders require applicants to buy coverage as part of their application. However, policies are as diverse in shapes and sizes as the different homes on a street. Thus, you should never assume that your policy will include a certain type of coverage. READ MORE >>
Monday, December 5, 2022Since a home fire is such a devastating event, it is often assumed that the kitchen is the most dangerous room in the house. However this is not true according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In terms of the numbers of injuries sustained, the bathroom is by far the most dangerous. READ MORE >>
Thursday, October 6, 2022Home break-ins are all too common, especially during the daytime on weekdays when most people are away at their jobs. Home break-ins are also most frequent during the warm months of the year. However, many break-ins are preventable by increasing your home security. Use these tips to protect your property. READ MORE >>
Friday, August 12, 2022Buying home insurance is a key step in protecting your assets. But premiums cost money, and you’ll likely also likely want to limit those costs if possible. Depending on your current policy, you have ways to cut back on the cost of insurance without giving up the coverage you need. READ MORE >>
Friday, June 17, 2022If you are wondering how homeowners insurance covers dogs, you are asking a great question. Your home insurance won't cover the veterinarian bills or the loss of a dog. Your home insurance isn't going to cover your favorite pillow if the dog chews it up. But, your home liability insurance might cover dog bites. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 14, 2022Your homeowners insurance policy covers you from many different types of perils. It is the protection you need when you experience damage to your home from qualifying losses. Home warranties are another type of protection that protects homeowners, but in a much different way than the protection homeowners insurance provides. READ MORE >>
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