Home-based businesses have grown more and more popular over the past several years. Statistics show that a new home-based business is started every 12 seconds and that there are currently 38 million of them in America. These businesses generate $427 billion every year and while working from home is a dream for many people, it […]
Changes to the National Flood Insurance program are just around the corner and the steep increases in premiums many coastal residents will be seeing are having a negative impact on real estate prices. According to a recent article in the Tampa Tribune, owners of an older home in Treasure Island that has a flood elevation […]
While the first part of hurricane season has been relatively quiet this year you never know when a big one will hit and it pays to be prepared. Last years Superstorm Sandy didn’t hit until late October but when it did it packed quite a punch. Sandy flooded over 150,000 homes and killed 140 people. […]
Summertime is the perfect season to do some work on your house. Whether you are considering a major renovation, or a small remodel, one of the first questions you should ask is, will this add value to my home? Home remodels carry a number of benefits, they give a house a fresh look, make it […]
Homeowners insurance can be complicated, and its possible to spend months looking for the perfect policy, but the truth is that the best homeowners policy is the one that provides the coverage you need at a price you can afford. There are many factors to consider when looking for homeowners insurance and understanding what to […]
You have invested a lot of time and energy to make your house into your home so protecting it should be a top priority. Homeowner’s insurance can be expensive but not carrying the proper coverage levels can be devastating if you experience a catastrophic event. Saving money on your insurance premiums does not have to […]