As homeowners along the Eastern seaboard assess the damage done by Hurricane Irene, we may be looking at more than just property damage incurred. The hurricane is likely to create a setback for an already uncertain real estate market in communities from North Carolina to Vermont, where residents have already seen their homes severely damaged […]
Real Estate News – September 2011
In this Issue:* How To Get Your Insurer to Pay Your Disaster Claim Buying a New House? What You Have To Do First Home Affordability Remains High (Your comments are welcome at the bottom of our newsletter) How To Get Your Insurer to Pay Your Disaster Claim Seems that more and more states are being […]
Homeowners Insurance: Too Much, or Not Enough?
Paying for more homeowners insurance than you need is a waste of money, but it can prove even more costly to get caught without enough coverage. What you need is “just the right amount” of coverage. Here’s how to get it, and it shouldn’t take more than 4 or 5 hours of your time spent […]
Insurance from Associations: Deal, or No Deal?
If you’re a member of an association, like the Elks or AARP, you’ve no doubt seen the pitches: get your life, car or home insurance from us and save money. But do you? Have you shopped these association offers to compare? What have you found? Higher costs, or deals?
Dental Insurance: Should You Bite?
You know how important it is to have medical insurance, but should you have dental insurance as well? What about you? Do you have dental insurance? If so, how much is it costing you each month? And do you feel that it pays for itself? We’d love your feedback. Just click the comment link below..
Finding Affordable Homeowner Insurance
Any homeowner buying a home needs to consider a homeowner insurance policy to protect their investment. A policy can protect in cases of fire, flooding, vandalism and even earthquakes. Looking for a good homeowner insurance policy does not need to be complicated. The best place to start is by shopping online. Searching sites will take […]
Flood Insurance Explained
In light of all the unfortunate flooding we’ve all been seeing on the news of late, you may be wondering, “What if this happened to me? How can I protect myself and my family?” According to FloodSmart.gov (the official site of the National Flood Insurance Program), everyone is at risk of flooding. Floods can happen […]
Home Warranties: What are they and do you really need one?
A home warranty is not much different from a warranty you might have on your car, your computer or your home entertainment center. A warranty on your home usually covers all of your home’s major mechanical systems, including hot tubs, pools, wells, septic tanks and all of your appliances. Some policies even cover the roof […]
Insurance Tips for Real Estate Investors
Investing in real estate can be a risky business, but one thing that will help you minimize your risk is making sure you have the right insurance. Here are some different types of insurance you should consider if investing in any type of real estate: Title Insurance Title insurance wіll hеƖр cover you уοu іn […]
Renters Beware: You Need to Buy Insurance Too
Everyone knows a property owner needs an insurance policy, but many renters overlook the fact that they, too, need coverage. Some think that because the landlord has an umbrella policy, they don’t need additional coverage. Then there are college students who believe their parents’ homeowners insurance covers their apartment. People somehow don’t think about renters […]