A claim on your auto or homeowners insurance is one of the best ways to jack up your premium. Insurers frown on claims and in almost all cases, your insurance costs will be headed up if you make a claim on your policy, especially if it is a major claim. Unfortunately, there is a good chance you […]
Having your home destroyed by a natural disaster is one of the most stressful things a person can go through in life and unfortunately, dealing with the insurance claim is probably the second most stressful thing someone will have to deal with in their lifetime. While relying on the insurance companies adjuster for a simple […]
Your home is not only the place where you live, raise a family and make memories, in most cases it’s also your biggest and most valuable investment. Properly protecting this investment is a necessity and homeowners insurance can help make sure your home is rebuilt in the event of a disaster. While homeowners insurance offers […]
There is no doubt that insurance company commercials make the homeowners insurance claim process look easy the reality is not always as simple and quick. It’s important to remember that regardless of what your insurer tells you or how long you have known your agent, your insurance company may fight to pay as little as possible […]
In most cases, a home is a person’s biggest asset. It can take years to save up the down payment, find the perfect home, get approved for a loan and finally move into your dream house. Now that you are finally moved in, it’s time to protect your investment with the proper home insurance policy. […]
Choosing a contractor is hard, but one mistake that many homeowners make is hiring a contractor that is not licensed, bonded and insured. Requiring your contractor to provide you with a copy of their license and a current insurance policy will provide you not only with peace of mind, but could potentially save thousands of […]
Springtime is moving time for many of us. Whether you are heading to Overland Park, Kansas, which is Livability’s number one city for families, or Cambridge, Massachusetts, Forbes top destination for Millennials, you will need to decide between renting and buying. When its time to move, one of the biggest decisions you will be faced […]
Owning a home is something that most people aspire to at some point in their lives. While homeownership offers a ton of benefits, everything from lowering your taxes to building equity, it’s important to make sure you are ready before you sign on the dotted line. Buying a home before you are ready financially can […]
Most of us think of falling trees, damaged roofs and water leaks when it comes to homeowners insurance but you may be surprised at a few other perils that it covers. Everything from alien spaceships crashing into your roof to a cancelled wedding is protected by your homeowners insurance. Here are just a few of […]
Hailstorms in Northern Texas this year have done major damage to homes and vehicles, highlighting the need for every homeowner to carry comprehensive homeowners insurance. According to the Insurance Council of Texas, hail damage in the second half of April has resulted in at least 60,000 auto insurance claims. Data shows that estimated losses from […]