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Here’s What First Time Homebuyers Should Know

Posted: May 2, 2023

If you are a first-time homebuyer, you are about to face a set of unfamiliar challenges. Homeowners insurance is a critical step in the process of buying a home. This insurance protects one of the biggest purchases in a lifetime. With homeowners insurance, you can protect not only the equity, but also the potential growing value of your property over time. It is worth taking...

What’s Considered a Natural Disaster, and Am I Covered?

Posted: April 16, 2023

Natural disasters happen. Although no one can predict when they will occur, homeowners insurance can give you peace of mind. First, however, it is essential to understand what qualifies as a natural disaster under the terms of your policy. Homeowners insurance covers a vast range of natural disasters, including those caused by fire, tornadoes, hail, explosions, windstorms, volcanoes, hurricanes, and extreme cold. That said, homeowners...

Can Having an Eco Friendly Home Reduce Your Homeowners Insurance?

Posted: March 3, 2023

Your homeowners insurance premiums can be reduced with eco-friendly changes to your home environment. Any way to reduce monthly costs is valuable, and it is worth considering whether making changes could help you save. Some of the incentives offered by several insurance providers include: LEED certification for a home: LEED, or “Leadership in Energy in and Environmental Design,” is a green building rating, which most...

What You Should Know Before Becoming an Airbnb Host

Posted: October 11, 2022

Becoming an Airbnb host is an exciting prospect, with a great financial upside. However, it is important to be aware that hosting others on your property comes with added risks. The visitors to your property are unknown to you, and you can’t be completely confident that they will treat your property with respect. You have invested in your property, adding all the features that attract...

Home Maintenance Checklist: Step by Step Guide to Prepare Your Home for the Fall

Posted: September 16, 2022

Your home is likely one of your most valuable assets and keeping it in good condition matters. Before the rainy, colder fall weather rolls in, taking certain steps to prepare your home can protect your home from sustaining damage during the fall and winter months. Clear out Gutters Spend a few hours clearing any debris out of home gutters and downspouts. Check the brackets holding...