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Don't get Scammed When Renting a ResidenceBe sure to watch out for these red flags when looking for a vacation rental.
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Dryer, Dryer Pants on Fire: Dryer Safety TipsDryers are among the least-discussed fire threats in the home, but can be a major risk when not properly monitored and managed.
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Is your Vacation Home Properly Protected?Make sure your home away from home has the proper protection.
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SOME COMMON PERSONAL INSURANCE MISCONCEPTIONSIf you do not know your insurance policy well, the risk of experiencing a personal finance loss will inherently rise.
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7 Quick Insurance TipsIt's important to be covered when problems arise. But how much do you know about the insurance coverages you have?
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Lightning Safety Tips to Avoid being StruckDid you know that you can get struck by lightning inside?
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TIPS TO PREVENT DOG BITESIf you own a dog, it’s smart to understand the potential risks of a dog bite.
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BUYING A HOME? 10 CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE INSPECTIONInspections are among the most important aspects of purchasing a new home.
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Can Spring Cleaning Make Your Home safer?Proper attention to your property can reduce the chance of injury or accident, protecting your family while keeping insurance risks as low as possible.
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5 Tips to Secure Your Home from BurglaryYou can take steps to make your home less likely to be targeted by burglars.
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How to Safely Escape a FireIn the interest of helping save lives, consider this advice if you find yourself faced with a fire at a home or business.
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INSURING YOUR HAPPILY EVER AFTERWhen couples get engaged, they may not think to call their insurance agent right away. But, it's an important step to ensure you have the proper coverage and protection for this new stage of life.
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INFOGRAPHIC: 6 REASONS TO LOVE INSURANCEThere's plenty to love about insurance.
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INFOGRAPHIC: SPEED UP COMPUTER PERFORMANCEDeclutter your desktop and follow these other tips.
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3 Steps to Protect Your Home and Health from MoldHere are three steps to look for mold, cut down on conditions that lead to mold, and handle mold you might find in your home.
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Safety Tips for Heating Your HomeHere are safety tips for each of the five common ways of heating a home.
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4 Myths About the Big GameFrom toilet flushing to beer consumption, many myths surround the big game.
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How to Create a Home InventoryDo you know how much your stuff is worth? It could help you in the future.
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Is It the Right Time for a Smart Home?As great as the strides have been in home automation, is now the time to convert your home into a smart home?
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DO YOU NEED RENTERS INSURANCE?As a renter without renters insurance, you may be leaving all of your possessions at risk of theft, vandalism, fire, lightning or water damage.
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Ice Dams on Homes: Why They Form and What to do About Them While icicles add visual appeal, ice dams can be a hidden risk to the roof and gutters as well as the attic and interior walls.
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Sledding SAfety TipsBe sure your family knows the safe way to play in the snow this winter.
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5 New Year's Resolutions for HomeownersLet's take a look at five simple resolutions all homeowners can commit to in the new year.
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Post-Holiday Safety: Insuring New Jewelry & Other Big Ticket ItemsTo mitigate the financial impact of loss or theft you will want to insure valuable items as quickly as possible.
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Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips for Your Home & VehicleProtect your family from carbon monoxide poisoning by reducing their risk to exposure.
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6 Ideas to Cut Heating Costs this WinterTake these steps to prevent wasting money when heating your home.
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4 Tips for Space Heater SafetySpace heaters can pose a serious risk if not used properly.
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Heading South for the Winter? Prepare Your Home!If you are spending the winter in milder weather, make sure your home is prepared with these tips.
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Thanksgiving Safety: 5 Mishaps and How to Avoid ThemThanksgiving is a cherished tradition for many families, but it is also a time where travel and food preparation can pose increased risks.
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6 TAILGATING SAFETY TIPSTailgating is one of the grandest and most enjoyable aspects of sports, for football in particular. To help keep you safe, try these six tailgating safety tips when heading for the stadium.
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DON’T UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF GOING PAPERLESSHow many people are adopting paperless techniques in their daily lives? Are you doing so yourself, including for your insurance policies?
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ARE YOU YOUR OWN WORST PRIVACY THREAT?When it comes to IT safety and security, are you your own worst enemy?
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How to Keep Rodents from Entering YOur HomeIf not prevented, rodents like mice, squirrels, and rats can cause damage to your home.
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Don't UNderestimate the Power of Going PaperlessPaperless processes have become standard practice for businesses across numerous industries, but how many people are adopting paperless techniques in their daily lives?
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What are Pros and Cons of Detached Vs. Attached Garages? Garages are not always a one-size-fits-all solution.
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How Did Insurance Get Started?Some think of insurance as a modern concept, but the basic premise of shared risk as a means of protection goes very far back in human history.
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REsolving Property Line Disputes with NeighborsFew things can cause relationships with your neighbors to sour more dramatically than property line disputes.
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Fall Maintenance Is Perfect Winter PrepHere are six maintenance tips to improve your home and get your property in great for harsher winter conditions.
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9 relevant Property & Casualty Insurance Terms for YOuInsurance has its own vocabulary, which is important to knowing when shopping for different policies.
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How to Winterize Your BoatWinterizing a boat by storing it at a marina or another location out of the water is an important part of maintaining its value.
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Can Surge Protectors Save Your Electronics?A surge protector can be the solution necessary to ensure your technology is ready to use.
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6 Steps to Close Up a Summer HomeWhen you have a seasonal property, it's important to take proper precautions.
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Preventing Pest InfestationsIts important to prevent pests from taking up a long-term residence in your house or apartment.
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August 21 Total Solar EclipseFor stargazers, students, and science buffs alike, the opportunity to catch a glimpse of a total solar eclipse will happen on August 21, 2017.
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Heading to College: What to InsureFrom auto coverage to renters' insurance, there's a bit to learn about protecting the life of a college student.
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Infographic: Grill Safety: 4 Tips for HomeownersGrilling accidents are among the more common causes of household fires.
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Drones: Understanding the Safety & Liability RisksA decade ago these automated, remote-controlled craft were strictly designated for combat, intelligence-gathering or scientific uses.
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Emergency Kits: What Items to Include (& Where to Keep Them)A properly prepared kit can help you and your family respond readily.
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Return of the Agent: Why DIY Doesn't Work for InsuranceBut while some consumers try DIY insurance shopping and buying, here’s another look at the idea of working with an agent to find auto, home or business insurance coverages.
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Are You Considering an Addition to Your House?
A home addition is not something to simply dive right into without the benefit of research and planning. Here’s a look at some of the factors for homeowners to consider:
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5 Strange Insurance ClaimsMany insurance claims are fairly cut-and-dry. Some, though, are outrageous.
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SUNSCREEN TIPS FOR SUMMER SKIN CAreWhile it's common knowledge that sunscreen can help protect your skin from damage caused by the sun's rays, certain misconceptions still exist regarding its proper use.
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Vacation-Proofing Your House & Financial Life
As a homeowner, the prospect of taking off for a week or two can be daunting. Here's how to properly plan ahead for your house and financial life for your summer trip.
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For Insurance Awareness Day, Assess the State of Your CoverageInsurance Awareness Day provides an opportunity for you to take some time to think about the forms of insurance that you have, or may need.
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Make the Most of a July Fourth Getaway
If the Fourth of July is when you and your family are going on a getaway, planning ahead will ensure you have a low-stress holiday.
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CONSIDER HOW Weather RISKS CAN AFFECT YOUR HOMELooking at issues such as flood, earthquake and wind damage in light of your risk can help you take the right preventive measures on your property.
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Comparing Central Air & Window AC UnitsFew things are more important to your comfort (and even your health and well-being) than keeping your home as cool as possible as the heat rises outside.
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What to Do When Yard Work Requires a ContractorSome yard and lawn maintenance tasks are beyond the scope of most homeowners’ abilities. That's where landscaping contractors come in.
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Summer Jobs: When Should Your Teen Start Working?There are plenty of options out there for teens in need of gainful employment, especially during the summer months when school is out.
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Can Spring Cleaning Make Your Home Safer?Before hitting the garage this weekend, keep these tips for effective cleaning in mind.
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Should You Clean Your Air Conditioner in the Spring?Assessing your home's air conditioning before the start of summer is an essential task.
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Senior Year Safety: Prom & Graduation TipsIn order to stay safe this season, it's important to plan ahead with your child, setting ground rules to make sure your family puts safety first.
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This Mother’s Day, Check On Your Parents’ Insurance Policies
If your mother is of a certain age, it's also important to be mindful of the practical concerns regarding her health and well-being - as well as your father’s.
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How to Avoid Phishing ScamsPhishing scams are becoming a widespread issue in today’s society that can lead to severe financial loss among businesses and consumers.
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Home Improvement Upgrades Worthy of Earth Day
Earth Day, celebrated every year on April 22, can be an ideal time to consider Earth-friendly updates.
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Make Sure You’re Saving to Pay Your TaxesThose who put off prepping and filing their tax return until the last minute especially feel the pressure of the annual tax deadline.
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When Your Animal Bites, How Much Are You Liable?It is important to recognize the importance of being a smart dog owner, because the implications from a dog bite can be serious.
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Tips for Your Spring Family VacationVacation should be about leisure and enjoyment. But to guarantee that, responsibility, preparation and due diligence are all necessary.
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Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips for Your Home & VehicleEmphasizing Carbon Monoxide safety in your home and vehicle should be among your highest priorities.
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Spring Home Maintenance Tips, Outside & InTo best refresh your home’s exterior, and interior, after the winter weather, here are a few typical problem areas to look at.
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Home Improvement Projects And ROISo much of homeownership depends on making the right choices, and this holds true for home improvements.
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Should You File Your Tax return Early?Rather than waiting and then rushing to file your taxes just before the deadline, you and your family should consider filing as early as possible.
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preparing for tax season consumer tipsTax season has already begun in the United States, with many individuals filing early. If you have not begun to do so already, now is the time to prepare.
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6 Reasons To Love InsuranceThere's a lot to love about having the right coverage.
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feb. 13 is national clean out your computer dayEach year, the United States observes “National Clean Out Your Computer Day” on the second Monday of February. This year's falls on Feb. 13.
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celebrate american heart month with these healthy habitsCelebrate American Heart Month the right way by developing some healthy habits for life this February!
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Should You COnnect Your Home To Your Phone?As most everything can be done on a smartphone, it should be no surprise there is now a proverbial universe of apps available that allow you to control various elements of your house.
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Safety Tips For The Cold WeatherWhether you are inside or outside, there are plenty of precautions to take for your health and well-being, as well as your family members.
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Was Kevin McCallister Covered By Liability InsuranCe?Unfortunately, with all of the stunts Kevin McCallister pulled, he and his absent family would not have been covered by liability insurance, at least not in their home state of Illinois.
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Heading South For Winter? Prepare Your Home!
While you might successfully be getting out of the path of winter storms, your home will not have that luxury.
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Preparing Your Home FOr WInterWinter can be very tough on a home, especially if you have not taken the necessary steps to prepare for the harsh weather that is right around the corner.
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Toy Safety Tips For The HolidaysBefore purchasing toys for family children or a holiday gift drive, it is important to make sure that you are choosing ones that are safe and appropriate.
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REAL OR FAKE: WHICH TREE POSES A GREATER DANGER?One of the great debates of the holiday season has always been whether to invest in a fake tree or annually purchase a real tree.
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Cyber Monday: Protecting Your Identity And DataBecause Cyber Monday is such a major event for online buying, fraudsters, hackers and other threats become more active around this time of the year.
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Black Friday: How To Shop SafelyBlack Friday is an exciting time of year for all consumers, but it can also be an extremely dangerous one.
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Reasons To Be Thankful For Insurance'Tis the season to remember what we are grateful for, and one item that should definitely be on the list is insurance.
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5 Thanksgiving Mishaps And How To Avoid ThemCertain ailments and injuries are a bit more common over Thanksgiving weekend. Awareness and knowledge tend to be the best defense.
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Fun Facts About Presidential ElectionsLet's take a look at some fun facts regarding presidential elections in the U.S.
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Should You Get A Flu Shot?Flu shots and other vaccinations have been sources of perpetual controversy throughout the past several years.
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Retirement Living: What's New And Trendy?Longer life spans and a turbulent economy have completely transformed the average individual's life following retirement.
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bizarre & scary halloween storiesLet's take a look at some of the most bizarre and scary stories to pass along to your kids and neighbors this year.
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5 Things You Should Know About Building A HomeBuilding a new home can be just as exciting as it is complex and stressful. Here are five things you should know before setting out to build a new home.
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the best halloween costumes for your dogHalloween is right around the corner, which means it’s time to make sure you and your pup both have a costume ready to impress.
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FIRE PREVENTION: RARE FIRES THAT HAVE HAPPENEDIn honor of National Fire Prevention Week, we put together this list of odd, atypical fires that have occurred in the past.
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FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: SALUTE TO FIREFIGHTER HEROESFirefighters are some of the most heroic public servants. Here are some of the recent firefighters hailed for their heroism.
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BUYING A HOME? 10 CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE INSPECTIONInspections are among the most important aspects of purchasing a new home. If you don't thoroughly evaluate the abode before signing the contract, you could take on a money pit of sorts.
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INSURANCE CONSIDERATIONS FOR IMPORTANT LIFE STAGESDepending on where you are in your life, you may want to take varying steps to protect yourself and your family from potential losses and damages.
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Preventing dog bites this fallFall is a big season for dog parks, as owners try to get their canines outside as much as possible before the cold air of winter sets in. Bite risk will be heightened as a result.
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Here's Why You Can Depend On INDEPENDENT AgentsIndependent agents not only help you determine you're buying the right type of insurance, but also the right amount. But that's really just the beginning of why independent agents are valuable.
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SOME COMMON PERSONAL INSURANCE MISCONCEPTIONSIf you do not know your insurance policy well, the risk of experiencing a personal finance loss will inherently rise. When you know your coverage, you will be better positioned to avoid a financial mess.
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DO COLLEGE STUDENTS NEED RENTERS INSURANCE?Parents will face plenty of stress when sending their kids off to college. The safety and security of college students' personal items will likely come to mind.
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BEST APPS FOR PERSONAL ORGANIZATIONThe app economy has yielded many pieces of mobile and desktop software that can help you stay organized from the first day of school to the last.
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HOW TO RECOVER FROM A FLOODFrom cleanup to repair, here's some of the ways you can recover following a flood that damages your home.
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ARE YOUR FAMILY AND HOME PREPARED FOR A DISASTER?From reviewing actions plans for common threats - including floods and fires - to properly stocking your home with supplies, there is plenty to do to maximize your protection against loss and danger.
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PRICE SHOPPING CAN COST YOU COVERAGEHome and auto Insurance is a critical centerpiece of risk management for consumers, yet many tend to seek out the biggest bargain. Shopping based solely on price can lead to devastating consequences.
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DON'T GET SCAMMED WHEN RENTING A RESIDENCEThe real estate market is red hot. But before you reach out via the number or email provided to inquire further, did you consider the possibility that the listing might be a scam?
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IS YOUR VACATION HOME PROPERLY PROTECTED?Vacation homes serve as sanctuaries from the daily stresses of life. And more and more people are investing in them. The question is, are Americans properly protecting their fortresses of solitude?
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IN STORMS OF LIFE, DON'T GET CAUGHT WITHOUT AN UMBRELLAHomeowners and auto insurance provide you with assistance when there's an accident or storm and damage results. Occasionally the price of having something fixed exceeds what insurance provides for.
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THE FIVE MOST COMMON CAUSES OF FIRE AT HOMESome fire starters are more common than others, but no matter how they present themselves, each has a story to tell. Here's a look at the top five.
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7 QUICK-HIT INSURANCE TIPSInsurance is one of the rare purchases you hope you never have to use. It's important to be covered when problems arise. But are you, really?
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HOW TO DIAL UP SAFETY WHEN YOU LIGHT UP THE GRILLWhether due to inattention or inexperience, many outdoor cooking plans will quite literally go up in smoke. Grilling accidents are among the more common causes of household fires.
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5 KEY QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE HIRING A HOME INSPECTORFrom applying for a mortgage to attending open houses, each aspect of the home-buying process gets you one step closer. But perhaps the most important component along the way is a home inspection.
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