Being a real estate broker means being jumping through any number of hoops. Depending on what state you live in, your licensing requirements are going to be rather specific, but there’s one thing that’s practically universal: in just about every state, you’re going to need a surety bond if you want a real estate broker […]
Why Most Renters Don’t Have Insurance and Why Insurance Companies Should Take Notice
August 15, 2018 by
According to the Insurance Information Institute, only 41% of renters own insurance, compared to 95% of homeowners (III). Why is there such a wide gap?
Why it Makes Sense to Compare Homeowner’s Insurance Rates
August 7, 2018 by
One of the types of insurance that you must be diligent about maintaining, is that which provides coverage for your residence. If you have a home mortgage loan, your lender absolutely demands that this coverage be in place. Indeed, there are mortgage loan agreements in which the premium is included in the monthly payment to […]
Raise the Value of Your Home by Investing in Storm Prep
July 26, 2018 by
Hurricane Maria and Hurricane Irma caused unprecedented damage and power loss to huge parts of the United States in 2017.
Amazon mulls cheaper home insurance premiums based on its AI tech
June 8, 2018 by
It’s being reported that Amazon is getting into the home insurance game. The company will use its smart home devices and artificial intelligence technologies to monitor the risk of threats such as burglary and fire,
Hurricane Harvey – A Congressional Disaster
September 7, 2017 by
Hurricane Harvey made landfall on August 25. As Hurricane Irma made landfall on the Caribbean Islands in a direct path for Florida and beyond, the U.S. Congress has taken no affirmative action
Tips for filing an insurance claim for Hurricane Harvey damage
August 31, 2017 by
Insurance companies in the U.S. are bracing themselves for tens of thousands of claims relating to damage caused by Hurricane Harvey earlier this week.
3 home insurance myths you need to dispel
May 30, 2017 by
The vast majority of mortgage lenders require that their customers buy home insurance as part of the deal, but many buyers are confused over what is and isn’t covered in their policy.
NAR warns of ticking time bomb as National Flood Insurance Program expiry date nears
March 31, 2017 by
The National Association of Realtors is warning of a ticking time bomb as the expiration date for the National Flood Insurance Program nears.
Home Insurers Introducing Smart Home Policies
February 6, 2017 by
With the current interest in smart home technology, an increasing number of home insurers are taking steps to add smart home technology to their coverage.
