Homes become vacant for many reasons. Maybe your home is for sale but you haven’t found a buyer yet. Or you’ve purchased a new home but won’t move in for a while. It could be a rental property that’s between tenants. Whatever the cause, there are some insurance risks that you should keep in mind. […]
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I am guessing I’m not the only one who doesn’t want to share their home with eight-legged strangers. When I see those creepy spiders crawling across my floor I immediately feel like I need to check under every chair, table and rug for the rest of their families. Of course, in the part of the
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Owning a home is usually a great experience. But it can also be a hassle, especially when unexpected issues pop up—whether you have a minor breakdown or a major catastrophe, it’s almost certainly going to require time and money to fix. In many instances, however, those “unexpected” issues shouldn’t be a surprise at all because
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Remember to go over these when the conditions start taking a toll outside during the season. Whatever the season, homeowners have a year-round priority: Keeping their house in the best possible condition. Spring, summer, and fall all come with weather conditions to monitor, but winter brings extremely low temperatures, snow, and ice that can wreak havoc
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These home security tips can help protect your house from burglary and theft. Travelers safety professionals deliver important guidance regarding landscaping, lighting and other tips to help deter theft. Share the infographic below with friends and family to help keep them safe. Source: www.travelers.com
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(Tips for protecting your packages from disappearing while you’re out, and how insurance might also help) Online shopping has introduced a great convenience for those who don’t have the time or preference for brick and mortar stores, but unfortunately it’s also introduced new risks to consumers. When your packages disappear from your porch before you
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Here are some guidelines: Consider enough coverage to replace all your personal belongings. This includes furniture, electronics, clothing and household items. You might want special coverage for valuables like jewelry and collectibles. Keep an inventory of everything you want to be covered by your policy. Q: I’m getting renters insurance for the first time. How
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As housing prices continue to increase, many homebuyers are expanding their search beyond traditional houses. Manufactured homes present a viable option for potential homeowners. They’ve come a long way since their infancy. Today’s manufactured homes are flexible, customizable, and packed with luxury features. Check out these 6 advantages of choosing a manufactured home: A lower
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Esther Greenhouse went beyond aging-in-place design and built her home to be a good fit for kids, aging parents and all of life’s little unexpected circumstances. It’s a haven for family of all ages and abilities — and its basement space turned out to be a saving grace when her son had to isolate during
You work hard to protect your house, but you can’t be expected to detect every danger that threatens it. What if you’re out of the house when a fire starts or asleep? What about an invisible or undetectable threat like carbon monoxide? These home safety detectors can help protect you in these situations and more. Smoke
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