While grilling can be a year-round activity, grill usage – as well as grilling accidents and fires – spike in the summer months, especially around the summer holidays, Memorial Day, Father’s Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. We would like to go over some of the dangers of grilling, causes of grill fires and […]
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Can Non-Married Roommates Be On The Same Renter’s Insurance Policy?
This is a great question and the answer of whether a non-married roommates can be listed on the same renter’s insurance policy depends on the insurance company’s eligibility guidelines. Several insurance companies will allow non-married roommates to be listed on one renter’s insurance policy. The insurance company will either list both individuals as co-named insureds […]
Read MoreLet’s Redecorate Your Room!
Have you seen just about enough of your house? After the last year and a half, you have probably noticed things that you want update or change. Redecorating is a fun and easy way to give yourself a new experience in the same space. We all need the occasional change to spice up our lives […]
Read MoreWhy You Should Consider Equipment Breakdown Coverage
You own a home and consequently have a homeowners insurance policy. This is the minimum amount of coverage you should have for this important asset. Equipment breakdown coverage is an additional, inexpensive endorsement that is meant to cover household appliances that stop working in a case of electrical or mechanical failure. A standard homeowners policy […]
Read MoreWhy Having Renters Insurance is a Necessity
It is a misconception that renters insurance isn’t necessary. Many renters think that their belongings aren’t worth enough for coverage, or that renters insurance is super expensive. If renters were to take the time to asses the value of their belongings versus the cost of insurance, they may start thinking differently. Your “stuff” is worth […]
Read MoreCollege Student Insurance Essentials
As a parent, I remember the worry I had when my daughters finally chose which college they were going to attend. Being in the insurance business, I’ve thought about what is covered and not covered while my children were away to school, so I wanted to share what you should consider to protect your child […]
Read MoreRoommates Should Not Share Renter’s Insurance
You are probably thinking that since you and your roommate share the cost of rent, utilities, and grocery bill, you might as well share a renter’s insurance policy. Of course, you are trying save money and a few extra dollars can add up, except sharing your renter’s policy might cost you more in the long […]
Read MoreDifference Between Condo Insurance and Homeowners Insurance
Do you live in a condo, just bought one or are thinking about downsizing and getting one, you likely have questions about insurance. Do you get condo insurance or is it the same as homeowner’s insurance? And do you even need it? All excellent question. To state the obvious, a condominium is not a house. […]
Read MoreRenter’s Insurance Gaps
You have made your apartment your own. Filling it with furniture, appliances, photos and clothes. You have spent your money and time to make it your own. Are you sure you are covered if something happens while you are living there? Most renters think that their landlord’s insurance covers their things if there was a […]
Read MoreFall Home Maintenance Safety Tips
Fall is the time for yard clean-ups and readying your house for the cold winter ahead. Keep these safety tips in mind as you work. Look Up Before Pruning Trees If you have decided that your yard needs to be spruced up by trimming your trees, be sure to look up and survey the area […]
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