If you are shopping for a homeowners insurance policy, there are a number of factors that will be consider when setting your premium. Insurer will look at a wide variety of risk factors when setting a premium, everything from your house, personal property, personal risk factors and regional risks will all be taken into account. […]
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If you are in the market for new home, you are already aware that buying a new house comes with plenty of expenses. You must have a down payment, closing costs as well as cover the cost of a home inspection. While you may be tempted to skip the home inspection as an unnecessary expense, […]
What is a Homeowners Association (HOA) Insurance Policy?
If you live in a development that has a Homeowners association (HOA), you already know they are designed to maintain the shared community parks, playgrounds and even swimming pools. However, a HOA comes with a fee that can be monthly, quarterly or even yearly. These HOA fees are used to cover repairs or upgrades to […]
4 Great Tips For Buying a Home in 2022 & 2023!
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rate just hit 7% last week, which is now the highest it has been since 2002. The interest rate increase has pushed the average monthly payment to buy a new home to $2,760 in September from just $1,561 a year ago, according to data from Business Insider. While […]
How To Get Homeowners Insurance Discounts
Owning a home is huge financial commitment. There is the cost of the mortgage as well as maintenance costs and the cost of insuring your home. When it comes to insurance, the price you pay for coverage can vary dramatically depending on the variety of factors. Insurers consider the location of your home, the cost […]
Home Insurance Adjusters – Everything you need to know!
If you have recently filed a claim on your homeowners insurance there is a good chance they have assigned an insurance adjuster to assess your claim. If you are wondering, “What exactly does a home insurance adjuster do,” you have come to the right place. An insurance adjuster will investigate your loss as well as […]
Best Home Inventory Apps on the Market
Most people rarely think about their house burning down or being destroyed by a natural disaster like a flood or tornado, but the truth is there is no guarantee that it will never happen to you. Disaster can strike at any time and if you are unprepared filing an insurance claim to cover the damage […]
Extending Your Replacement Cost Coverage Can Be a Financial Lifesaver
As the wildfire season starts in California, and other states out West, homeowners should be aware that they may not be fully covered if their house is completely destroyed by a wildfire due to rising costs of materials and labor. Homeowners are finding out too late, often after their home has been destroyed by a […]
Get Cheaper Home Insurance by Using These Great Saving Tips
Homeowner insurance rates are headed up in many states this year. Colorado’s new average rate is around $3,400, Oklahoma is now $3,300, Tennesse has also moved up on the list to an average home insurance rate of $3,000 per year. Kansas and Texas are both around $2,500 for the year. While your premium may be […]
Homeowners Insurance Claim Check 101
If your home has recently experienced a fire, flood or burglary, you will want to file a claim with your homeowners insurance company. Once your insurer has approved your claim, you will be sent a claim check (minus your deductible) to repair the damage. Claim checks come in a variety of different ways, it is […]