While teen drinking rates have dropped over the last decade, it’s still a pretty common occurrence. According to a 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), roughly 1 in 5 kids between the ages of 12 and 20 say they have consumed alcohol recently. It doesn’t stop with just drinking, teens also get […]
Thinking about buying a second home? You are certainly not alone. According to data from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), roughly 7.4 million homes were second houses in 2016 which is about 5.6 percent of the total housing stock. When it comes to second homes, not all states are created equal. Florida is the […]
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and fireworks are often on the top of the list for this day of celebration. While fireworks can be a fun way to celebrate the holiday, they can also be a hazard. Fires and injuries can spring up and whether or not your homeowners insurance will […]
A recent AAA survey found that Floridians are becoming more concerned about this year’s hurricane season after four major storms have hit in the past three years, the worst of which was a category five storm last year. Recent storms, Florence, Michael, Harvey, Irma and Maria have caused $200 billion in damages according to Floodsmart.gov. […]
Finally, some good news for Florida homeowners when it comes to the cost to insure their homes. Sunshine State residents have seen their insurance premiums go up dramatically over the last decade. In fact, according to Insurance.com, Florida has the most expensive homeowners insurance premiums in the country with an average premium of $3,575. If […]
Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle has brought charges against nine people who allegedly organized a homeowners insurance scam. The yearlong investigation found numerous false and exacerbated water damage claims that cost insurance companies over $600,000. The arrests were made after a yearlong investigation named “Operation Rubicon.” The investigation included fraud detectives with the Florida […]
When it comes to homeowner costs, most of us are aware we have to cover the mortgage, property taxes and homeowners insurance as well as regular maintenance costs. However, there is another expense lurking in your home and if you are not prepared it can be a financial disaster. We are talking about surprise emergency […]
The roof on your house provides shelter, moves water or snow off your house and protects you from the elements. It is an essential part of any house and should be properly maintained and replaced when it has reached the end of its useful lifespan. Replacing a roof can be confusing and expensive. What many […]
Purchasing your first home can be scary and confusing as well as exciting. There are dozens of decisions to be made and if you are not careful you may make a mistake that you will have to live with for years. If you are in the market for your first home, or have been in […]
Almost two-thirds, a whopping 63 percent of millennials (ages 23 to 38) claim they have regrets about purchasing their home. Millennials are not eager to own a home and those that have made the leap have regrets according to a new poll by Bankrate. The Millennial generation is already off to a slow start when […]