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What Is a Property Survey, and How Do You Get One?
A property survey illustrates key elements of your property, like boundaries, structures, and topographical features. You can get one by hiring a licensed surveyor.
|January 3, 2025
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The Most Affordable and Unaffordable Cities to Buy a Home on a Median Household Income of $81,000
Cities like Knoxville and Savannah, which once proved to be affordable options for people earning less than six figures, are now pricing out middle-income buyers.
|December 19, 2024
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New Mexico’s Last-Resort Home Insurer May Get $50M to Expand, Raise Coverage Limits
Plans to expand the FAIR Plan could soon increase access to insurance for many homeowners in New Mexico.
|December 19, 2024
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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Trampolines?
Homeowners insurance can cover trampolines, but coverage varies by company. Discover what insurers require and how to protect your family.
|December 17, 2024
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Florida’s Insurer of Last Resort Leaving Hurricane Victims High and Dry
Citizens Property Insurance’s high rate of claim denial is a continuing trend.
|December 11, 2024
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How to Prevent Home Burglaries
The U.S. had more than 839,000 burglaries in 2023, according to data from the FBI. See what steps you can take to secure your home against break-ins.
|December 10, 2024
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Another Insurer Hiking Homeowners Rates in California
MAPFRE gets OK from state regulators to raise rates by 6.5% for more than 8,000 home, renters, and condo policyholders.
|December 10, 2024
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What Temperature to Leave a Vacant House in Winter
Insurers don’t cover damage from negligence, so it’s important to complete home maintenance tasks, including setting your thermostat, before leaving your home vacant during the winter.
|December 9, 2024
ASI Policyholders Face Steep 30% Homeowners Rate Increase in 2025
Insurer also plans to drop over 5,000 policies due to wildfire risks.
|December 9, 2024
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Best Co-Op Insurance in NYC
State Farm, Allstate, and Nationwide are some of the best co-op insurance companies in NYC.
|December 9, 2024
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Amica OK to Hike Home Insurance Rates by 21% in California
Amica’s increases will affect nearly 40,000 home, renters, and condo insurance policyholders.
|December 9, 2024
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How Flood Insurance Payouts Work, and How to Get More From a Claim
Document all damage with photos, videos, and receipts to maximize your flood insurance payout.
|December 6, 2024
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How to Winterize Your Home
Cleaning gutters and programming your thermostat are two ways to winterize your home.
|December 5, 2024
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Insurance Appraisal Guide for Homeowners
You might need an insurance appraisal when buying a new home, doing a remodel, or filing a large claim.
|December 5, 2024
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Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Pushes to Expand ‘Fortify Homes Program’ After Recent Successes
Thousands of residents applied for a lottery to receive a $10,000 grant for FORTIFIED roof repairs.
|December 5, 2024
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Private Flood Insurance vs. FEMA: Which Is Right for You?
Both private flood insurance and FEMA insurance can protect you in case of a flood, but these policies have some important differences.
|December 4, 2024
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Guaranteed Replacement Cost: What You Need to Know
Guaranteed replacement cost is an optional homeowners insurance coverage that expands your policy’s limits if it costs more than expected to repair your home.
|December 4, 2024
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Tips for Filing a Home Insurance Claim for a Burst Pipe
A burst pipe can cause major damage to your home and personal belongings. Home insurance usually covers this hazard, but some exceptions exist.
|December 4, 2024