Friday, January 3, 2014In a dour housing market, wouldn't it be nice to know that your remodeling project would pay off when you went to sell the property? Remodeling Magazine evaluated the top remodeling projects, how the cost-to-value has changed since the housing market implosion, and which projects are still worth the investment. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 27, 2013With 2014 around the corner, you might be thinking of changes to make -- whether it's to hit the gym more often or to finally take that cross-country road trip. But when you're making those resolutions, don't forget about your wallet. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 20, 2013WHY DO THIS? As fall temperatures turn into winter chills, the pipes in your house run the risk of freezing and breaking. This can cause serious water damage (which quickly turns into major wallet damage). In fact, frozen or broken water pipes are second only to hurricanes in terms of the number of homes they damage in the U. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 13, 2013Insurers consider a dizzying number of factors in determining premiums, so it's often challenging for consumers to understand why they're paying higher rates than their neighbors or co-workers. "All the consumer can do is ask questions when they buy insurance and get comparison apples-to-apples q... READ MORE >>
Friday, December 6, 2013With homeowners insurance (or any insurance for that matter), you’re really paying for peace of mind – comfort in knowing that life’s curveballs won’t become insurmountable problems. However, those curveballs come in many shapes and sizes, and sometime they can exceed the limits of a standard homeowners policy. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 29, 2013If you're financially struggling - or know someone who is - here are three ways people end up throwing money away when making common financial decisions: buying a house, buying a car and investing in a retirement plan. They're all generally good ideas, of course, but just because you're doing something smart doesn't mean you're doing it right. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 22, 2013Ever wondered how modern-day fire departments began? Or why agents buy E&O coverage? What about when the first business owners policy launched? Insurance Industry by Numbers Property/casualty industry’s net premiums written total $426 billion 2,689 P/C insurance companies in U.S. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 15, 2013More than other age groups, people over 65 are reluctant to consider changes in their insurance needs. Consumers of all ages tend to get locked into policies they've owned for a long time. Older consumers are even more reluctant to change, and the companies count on it. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 8, 2013Whether you are in a major car accident or even a minor fender bender, identity theft is not likely to be one of your immediate concerns after a crash. But you can't let your guard down as you swap auto insurance and other information. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 30, 2013Not all insurance policies are created equal! The following guidelines are standard, but there are exceptions. It’s important to get to know your insurance policy before you have to file a claim. Here are three possible Halloween problems, and the skinny on what is and isn't covered by a typical policy. READ MORE >>
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