Monthly Archives: December 2014
New Year’s resolutions for homeowners: Focus on energy efficiency
North Carolina homeowners’ premium hike rejected
The North Carolina Department of Insurance has rejected a hike to homeowners’ insurance rates that could have cost policyholders 35 percent more on rates.
Read MoreNew Year’s resolutions for homeowners: Update your valuation
Getting a new home valuation at the start of a new year can tell homeowners where their policy stands.
Read MoreNew Year’s resolutions for homeowners: Weather seal your home
Sealing cracks and openings from cold air (and warm air in the summer) can lower your utility payments and add value to your home.
Read MoreNew Year’s resolutions for homeowners: Disaster policies
New Year’s resolutions for homeowners: Organize your receipts
New Year’s resolutions for homeowners: Don’t overspend on furnishings
When buying furnishings and appliances, make choices that have a positive effect on your home’s value rather than a neutral one.
Read MoreHigher deductibles lead to lower premium payments
Sinkholes: Know your risk and coverage
For homeowners, knowing about sinkhole risk and coverage can prevent the high cost of damages.
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