Renters insurance is a smart, affordable way to protect your belongings, but only 37% of tenants have it. Most people wouldn’t think of owning a home without homeowners insurance or driving a car without auto insurance. So why is it that so many renters go without renters insurance? According to [...]
Sending a child to college is a big deal. As a parent, you do everything you can to make sure he or she is prepared for success. Part of this process should include reviewing your insurance coverage to make sure your child is protected while away from home. College students [...]
When it comes to car insurance, there are several factors that affect your premium rates and coverage. Some factors, like driving record, can have a big influence, while others have no bearing whatsoever. Find out the facts from fiction with these 5 common car insurance myths. Myth 1: Red cars [...]
Did you know that 25% of businesses never reopen after a disaster? Owning a business comes with a lot of risks, even if it’s a small home-based business. Having the right type of insurance is so important for protecting it against hazards that can threaten its success. Property Loss [...]
As great as it is to bask in the warm summer sun, harmful UV rays can wreak havoc on more than just your skin and eyes. Sun damage can take its toll on your home—even indoors—affecting the lifespan and appearance of your belongings. Here are some common symptoms of sun [...]
The spring and summer months are busy times for construction workers, landscapers, painters, and other outdoor crews. Borrowing equipment can be an easy and inexpensive way to get the job done, but a friendly gesture can turn into a costly—and confrontational—situation if the borrowed equipment is damaged. By knowing your [...]
Yard sales are a great way to clear space and earn some easy money, but pricing your items can lead to a lot of headaches. Here are 6 tips for pricing your yard sale items. Pricing 101 A good rule to remember is to price your items at 10-20% of [...]
Life insurance isn’t always the easiest thing to talk about. It can feel like an unimportant topic when you’re younger and an uncomfortable one when you’re older. Not talking about something doesn’t make it go away—it just makes it easier for fact to turn to fiction. When it comes to [...]
Whether you have a boat or jet ski, there’s protection available to ensure you’re able to enjoy fun in the sun all summer long. Companies like Foremost Insurance andProgressive offer coverage that extends beyond just boats and jet skis, including roadside assistance if your vehicle breaks down while you’re towing your watercraft, [...]
The first signs of workers’ compensation law can be traced back to the times when pirates docked ashore and looted islands and villages. If the pirates were injured while gathering their loot, they demanded compensation for their injuries – their compensation was, of course, more loot. Fortunately for business owners [...]
