Questions about homeowners coverage? Aaron Cole and his family lost $123,000 — their entire down payment for a $440,000 house — when Aaron fell for a scam email that purported to be from WFG National Title Insurance Company. The email, which included a lot of real information about the sale and looked authentic, gave Aaron […]
Questions about mold coverage? Mold can cause health hazards and it is often costly to remove. In general, your homeowner’s insurance will only cover the cost if it is the result of a peril that is covered under your current policy. For example, most policies cover damage from a burst pipe, so if this happens […]
Home flooding can be a disastrous occurrence. Even worse is the fact that while homeowners insurance covers minor flooding caused by things like frozen pipes or broken appliances, it is unhelpful for storm flooding. For that, you will have to purchase flood insurance. A similar situation occurs if your external sewer system backs up into […]
Universal design is a new type of architecture used to create homes that are suitable for all ages. Senior citizens often have to purchase new homes because stairs, narrow hallways, and crowded bathrooms become hazards. Universal design is focused on accessibility and features like waist-level appliances, walk-in showers and bathtubs, integrated ramps or lifts, and […]
When looking for insurance for your motorcycle, there are some things to consider. You need to consider how you and any passenger would be covered in case of an accident. How much coverage you can afford may depend on your bank account, but you should search for any discounts that you can apply. Another thing […]
There are five main things that homeowners need to do in order to maintain their houses. First is to clean your gutters every spring and fall. Second is to inspect your HVAC system. It is best to hire a professional for this. Third, maintain your plumbing system by cleaning out the build-up of gunk and […]
While reverse mortgages can sometimes provide seniors who cannot work with a steady income, they can also cause problems or even result in the eviction of family members following the main borrower’s death. If a borrower is forced to move out for medical reasons, they (or their families) must repay the amount borrowed or sell […]
Homeowners policies have been going up in cost, especially in places like Oklahoma where hail storms and tornadoes hit regularly. Be careful when trying to lower your costs, don’t just go on a dollar amount, check your coverage. Ways to lower your payments include raising your deductibles, installing alarms, and even checking with independent agents […]
A lot of us don’t get travel insurance, but there are times when it’s worth the extra cost, especially during summer travel season. It’s something to consider if you’re traveling out of the country, or worried about a medical condition that may flare up. Or if you’re traveling a time when natural disasters tend to […]
Questions about classic car coverage? Seeking out auto insurance quotes through online estimate methods does not suffice when it comes to protecting vintage cars. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to get accurate quotes. Auto insurance that surrounds vintage models typically requires a vehicle to be over 15 years of age, and it must […]