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Great Insurance Tips For First Time Home Buyers

Posted: March 19, 2018

Homeowners insurance is not required by law like automobile liability insurance. However, it is required by mortgage companies to protect the lender's investment. Even if you were able to pay cash for your home, homeowners insurance is an important protection for what is likely your biggest asset. The following are some tips about homeowners insurance for first time home buyers. Get Renters Insurance to Help...

Out of school, into your first apartment...

Posted: March 8, 2018

  What do you do if you’re out of school, living independently, and you are no longer listed or insured on your  parents’ policies? Now, you are about to rent an apartment and are required to provide proof of liability coverage to comply with the lease.  So, what should you do? We suggest a “Tenant’s Policy” to cover your liability in relation to the home or...

Home Renovation & Remodeling

Posted: February 13, 2018

Part I - Renovation When you’re remodeling your home, there are various things to consider.  First, changes to the home might affect your homeowner insurance and could create a future problem if the insurance company is not notified.     Your policy should reflect the full cost to rebuild your home; you would want to fully protect your asset.   When working with a general contractor (GC) be...

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Landscaping?

Posted: October 31, 2017

Your yard is an important part of your home and requires a great deal of time, effort, and money to maintain. Landscaping can suffer damage from fire, theft, and vandalism, just like the inside of your home. If you have worked hard and invested a lot of money to create a beautifully landscaped yard, you may be wondering whether homeowners insurance will cover your trees,...

Energy Saving Tips For Hot Summer Months

Posted: July 20, 2017

Keeping your home cool in the hot summer months can be as costly as keeping it warm in the wintertime. These energy-saving tips can help you minimize your electricity bill while staying cool and comfortable during the heat of the summer months: Set your thermostat to 78° or higher. This can lower your cooling bill by approximately 12%. While you are away from home, set...