by Admin | Dec 31, 2014 | Insurance
As we’ve discussed on this blog, homeowners’ insurance providers love good credit. Because people who have it file significantly fewer claims than those with poor credit, rewarding financial responsibility makes good business sense for insurance companies....
by Admin | Dec 29, 2014 | Insurance
The North Carolina Department of Insurance has rejected a hike to homeowners' insurance rates that could have cost policyholders 35 percent more on rates. The judgment comes as the conclusion to a long public discussion about the measure, which was originally...
by Admin | Dec 18, 2014 | Insurance
Personal finance is an adjustment game. When policy holders look at their budgets and the homeowners' insurance they can reasonably afford, the cost of premiums can strain finances. While a low real estate insurance deductible (the agreed-upon amount homeowners...
by Admin | Dec 15, 2014 | Insurance
While policy makers are divided over the environmental fallout of hydraulic fracturing, coined "fracking," proximity to sites could cause problems for homeowners, with uncertain protections under standard real estate insurance policies. Fracking is...
by Admin | Dec 15, 2014 | Insurance
"Mi casa es su casa," could be the motto for Airbnb, the app that allows homeowners to offer their places up for short-term rentals, like a part-time hotel. For property owners, it's created a platform that can generate extra income from opening your...
by Admin | Dec 12, 2014 | Insurance
For homeowners, installing a home security system can lead to peace of mind. Whether you're home at night or away on vacation, they add a layer of security to keep intruders away. Alarms serve not just as a response to home invasion, but also as a strong...
