If you already have a home mortgage, but want to pay less each month, refinancing could be a good option to pursue. Take pains to do your research, though, because although it seems like a no-brainer, refinancing isn’t an obvious win for everyone. “There are a lot of things that go into refinancing,” says Tony Garcia, market manager […]
When Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Read More »
An apartment search can cost you some cash, even before you’ve started paying rent! Test out these six tips to save money, making your apartment search more efficient and affordable. Save on gas One of the easiest ways to curb costs when you are hunting for apartments is to map out efficient routes, saving gas
Six Ways to Save Money on Your Apartment Search Read More »
You may think that a homeowners insurance policy provides adequate coverage for all your valuables, but policies may provide limited or no coverage for certain items — including generally expensive items — that are damaged or stolen. For example, many homeowners policies generally have a $1,000 or $1,500 coverage amount for jewelry if the loss is due to theft.
5 Tips to Protect Your Possessions with Valuable Items Insurance Coverage Read More »
(Everything you need to know — and more) What Is Condo Insurance? Condo insurance provides coverage for the inside of your condominium. The external areas fall under the jurisdiction of your condo association and must be covered under the association’s insurance policy. Depending upon the specifics of your condominium association’s master policy, your condo insurance
Condo Insurance 101 – FAQ Read More »
Your home protects you from the elements, but heavy rains can weaken that protection. With a little maintenance and a lot of vigilance, it’s not hard to stay safe and dry. Spring rainstorms are a fact of life in many areas of the country, and they help keep things green, even if they keep you
heavy rain? be on the lookout for heavy damage Read More »
It’s undeniable: the fastest growing segment of personal lines property and casualty—in terms of policy count—is renters insurance1. More people are living in rental units and they are staying there longer. But the average premium for renters insurance continues to decline2, so the booming growth in policies doesn’t necessarily equate to big business. What does
What’s the deal with renters insurance? Read More »
As a seasoned homeowner, you’ve been paying off your mortgage and are now considering buying a second home – a place you can retreat to on vacation, an investment property, or maybe even a combination of the two. You’ve been through the home-buying process before so you know what to expect, but there are certain
6 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Second Home Read More »
It’s no secret that apartment hunting can be stressful. It can be hard to find the perfect one that meets your checklist, and that’s within your budget. When I searched for my first apartment, I considered myself lucky when I found a dream dwelling right away! The walls were painted a deep olive green, granite
Things to consider before renting an apartment Read More »
Back in the early days of home security “systems,” around the end of World War I, it was common for homeowners to hire “door shakers”—night watchmen who would literally walk around and check doors to make sure they were locked. The most advanced product at the time, according to the Electronic Security Association, was an
Home security technology: Keeping you ahead of the burglars Read More »
