It banged loudly to be let in. It screamed for attention and managed to hog the headlines whilst it was around. And then it sank almost without a whimper. Many market watchers, financial pundits, and industry analysts hailed Home Value Protection as the most innovative and considerate home insurance product to have hit the market […]
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RSS feed for this sectionHow do Flood Incidence Rates Affect Home Insurance Prices in Georgia?
04
Apr
The burgeoning economy of Georgia buoyed by the many Fortune 500 and 1,000 companies in the state that employ millions of people and a thriving industrial and agricultural scene, a military presence evident in the army, navy, and air force installations scattered all over the state, and a superlative healthcare system that spreads even to […]
Are You Eligible to Receive a Home Insurance Rate Discount in Georgia?
28
Mar
This is one question that almost all Georgia homeowners have on their lips nowadays. And it is not at all surprising considering that their houses are most likely their single biggest investment till date. The ever-rising prices of gasoline and the burgeoning tax rates mean that the dollar today goes far less the distance than […]
Factors that Have Triggered Hikes in Georgia Home Insurance Rates: Climate and Roofing Fraud
21
Mar
Homeowners in Georgia are having a tough go in the last few years. In the recent past, home insurance rates in Georgia have increased by leaps and bounds and two factors that have largely triggered these hikes are the state’s peculiar climate and a flurry of roofing frauds. A discussion below delves into the curious […]
Developments in the Home Insurance Market in Georgia in the Past Year
15
Mar
Homeowners in Georgia always have a keen eye turned towards the developments taking place in the insurance market. After all, their homes are most likely their most valuable material asset. The developments that take place in the home insurance market during a certain time period usually are precursors to how things will shape up in […]
Home Insurance Policies: The More the Merrier for Some
27
Feb
Yes, it is true. Whatever be the cost of the premiums or the state of affairs in the economy, many homeowners are compelled to choose more than one home insurance policy. After all, their homes are their most valuable assets. So are their precious art, wine, or book collections; or to be more realistic […]
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Meteor Hits?
27
Feb
The world watched amazed as photographs and videos of the meteor strike in Siberia filtered into their televisions and tablets. Close to 300 buildings were damaged and more than 500 people were injured in this incident. While these images prompted researchers to peer more closely into their telescopes and carry out some more calculations, the […]
Federal Flood Insurance Program in the Eye of the Storm
01
Feb
The pun is purely unintended but that is what the shape of things with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is right now! And homeowners are a worried lot, especially after realizing the catastrophe that hurricanes like Katrina and Sandy are capable of unleashing. The irony of the situation is that although this program was […]
Is it Possible to Insure Your Home Against Hurricane Damage?
28
Jan
It can be one of the costliest mistakes to underestimate the power and deadliness of a hurricane. It may be a wise move to buy adequate insurance coverage to protect your home against potential damage caused by a hurricane. More importantly, effective preparedness for such an emergency can minimize the chances of damage and may […]
Preparing Your Home for the Winter to Mitigate Home Damage & Insurance Costs
17
Jan
Every season brings its own set of challenges to the home owner wishing to safeguard their home and ensure that there is minimal, if not any, damage due to the weather. Keeping your home safe during the winter, especially in places where it snows heavily or the temperature drops to sub-zero levels, can be a […]