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Is Flood Damage Covered by My Homeowners’ Insurance? What to Know
Monday, October 15, 2018
Homeowners’ insurance protects you and your family from a variety of disasters. However, in most cases, your policy will not protect you from water damage. Homeowners’ insurance will usually cover damage from accidental...
What Halloween Horrors Are Protected By Insurance
Monday, October 10, 2016
Halloween is coming, and for many that means a fun and exciting night of costumes, parties, and treats. But with the treats also comes the tricks, which can sometimes spell trouble. The inherent nature of Halloween...
How to Prep for San Pedro's Most Likely Natural Disasters
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Earthquakes, landslides, heat waves, and droughts are some of the most likely natural disasters that can occur in the San Pedro California area. Learn more about these risks and how to prepare your home and family. ...
Easy Ways to Lower Your California Electricity Bill
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
We've all heard ways to save on electricity: always unplug your small appliances when they're not in use, open windows whenever possible rather than run the AC, switch to more efficient fluorescent light bulbs, etc....
4 Ways To Raise Your Home’s Value
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Whether you have recently purchased a home or are planning to sell your current home in the future, there are various things you can do to increase the value of your home. Thankfully, increasing your home's worth doesn'...
What to Do Before and After a House Fire
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Did you know that nearly 370,000 home fires occur every year in the United States? Unfortunately, California, along with Texas and Pennsylvania, leads the nation in fire-related deaths. Before - By following these 3...
How To Protect Your Home From Burglars
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Your home is a safe haven for you and your family. Find out how to protect it from burglars below. 1. Install A Security System - Installing a security system gives you an extra layer of protection. It can help police...
Important Earthquake Safety Tips
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
There is nothing you can do to prevent an earthquake, but there are many things you can do to stay safe in the event of an earthquake in your area. Here's what you need to know: Before An Earthquake - If you live in an...
Buying A Second House? Here’s What You Need To Know
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Investing in a second home can help you transition into retirement, improve your investment portfolio, or make vacationing in your favorite spot easier. Here's what you need to do before you invest in a second home: ...
Easy Homeowner Tax Deductions
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Recent improvements in the economy and housing market have enabled more people to purchase their own homes. Whether you're a first time home-buyer or a long-time homeowner, there are several ways to save money on taxes...
The Differences Between Renters and Homeowners Insurance
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Insurance is an important asset in our world. We insure our lives, our vehicles, even our plane tickets. But insuring our homes is one of the most important and necessary things we can do. Whether you are a renter...
To Rent or To Buy, That Is The Question…
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the maintenance and upkeep costs of homeownership, or pay a landlord a monthly rent that builds no equity-there's no clear cut answer, and it depends on your individual...
Flood Insurance: Do I Need It?
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Only about 20 percent of homeowners carry flood insurance, and the majority of those who do are required to because they live in a federally designated flood zone. So why do so many people decide to go without flood...