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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist For Seniors
Home Fall Preparation Tips – As autumn approaches, it’s a smart time to prep your home for colder weather and slippery conditions. For older adults, aging safely at home is a top priority—a large majority of adults 50+ say they want to remain in their homes and communities (AARP). Remodeling interest is high (half of ...
Insuring Famous Christmas Families: Is It Possible?
Home Insurance Tips to Protect Your Holiday Celebration Home insurance tips can save your holiday from turning into a disaster. Be prepared like Kevin McAllister with the right coverage before the festivities begin. “Welcome to our home – or what’s left of it,” says Mrs. Griswold wearily, illustrating the chaos that can occur. Hollywood portrays ...
What To Do When Your Car Collides With Wildlife
Animal collisions while driving can be alarming and hazardous. According to the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, wildlife-vehicle collisions (WVCs) result in about 26,000 injuries annually. This number is likely underestimated as many incidents go unreported. National analyses show approximately 1.8 million animal-collision insurance claims yearly, costing over $8 billion and causing around 200 deaths from ...
Is Your Home Insured for Fall Weather Hazards?
Fall Home Safety: How to Safeguard Your Property from Autumn Hazards Fall Home Safety is crucial as the season brings various weather challenges. With cooler temperatures, homeowners must stay vigilant against potential threats like windstorms, flooding, and even wildfires. Proactively safeguarding your home is vital to avoid costly damages and insurance claims. Understanding Fall Weather ...
The Craziest Home Insurance Claims
Home insurance claims often involve mundane mishaps like water damage or hail. But what happens when your unique $47,000 garden gnome collection vanishes? For one homeowner, the answer was straightforward: file a homeowners insurance claim. Contents The Craziest Home Insurance Claims The Case of the Stolen Garden Gnomes Hot New Gadget When Unexpected Guests Drop-In ...
How Climate Change Has Impacted Home Insurance Rates
Climate Change and Home Insurance: Understanding the Impact Recent years have brought one natural disaster after another in the U.S., from record heat waves and severe convective storms to hurricanes, wildfires, and inland flooding. This surge in extreme weather events illustrates the consequences of climate change. Experts warn that these risks are intensifying, posing significant ...
Breaking Down The Average Home Maintenance Costs Per Year
A Baseline Estimate of Average Home Repair Costs per Year Quick facts: A good baseline estimate of how much you should save for annual home maintenance is to take 1–3% of the current home value as the starting number for your annual budget. There are many factors that affect the average cost of home repairs ...
Why Minorities Are Overpaying for Home Insurance (and How to Make a Change)
**Redlining** remains a significant issue in the United States, affecting minority communities’ access to housing and insurance. The practice, which involves denying loans based on racial or economic factors, has been illegal since 1968 but continues to affect Black families, costing them a minimum of $212,000 over the last four decades. This ongoing discrimination was ...
The Cheapest Car Insurance in Tulsa
Cheap Car Insurance in Tulsa is a vital consideration for residents navigating the bustling streets of Oklahoma’s second-largest city. With over 650,000 residents, finding the most affordable auto insurance can seem daunting. However, with the right approach, you can secure a budget-friendly policy that meets your needs. When choosing car insurance in Tulsa, it’s essential ...
Is Your Teen Driving This Summer? A Parent's Guide to Summer Driving Safety
Reviews Report Earlier analyses suggested 74% of car drives by teens were distracted, but recent nationwide telematics show phone distraction on a majority of trips, typically about 55–60%. In 2022, 5,565 people were killed in crashes involving at least one young driver (ages 15–20), including about 2,116 young drivers themselves. About 3 in 10 young ...