Hurricane Matthew leaves behind a trail of destruction. Even though reports show that the mega-storm has decreased to a category 3 hurricane, the danger has not passed. So far, over 2 million people in Florida, South Carolina and Georgia have…
Author: Anca Gagiuc (page 7)
Falling into Autumn
The crisp morning air is the first sign of autumn. Then you notice the lively greens drift into reds, browns and yellows; mesmerized, you sometimes forget to take an umbrella with you. There’s a certain energy about it, uniquely satisfying…
Let’s talk energy usage
Even with all of the recent interest in solar and wind power, over 80 percent of energy in most American homes still comes from fossil fuels. Energy is something that people often don’t think about, not when they climb in…
Avoiding Insurance Gaps
Over the last decade, the number of tenants with renters insurance has grown to approximately 40%. Renters should exercise caution to avoid being uninsured for a potential risk. In these instances, it might be a good idea to spend more…
Mistakes renters make after moving in
Apartment renting is a handy way to save money, especially for those whose living arrangements are temporary. And while the process of finding a good landlord is important, not many realize from the very beginning that being a responsible tenant…
Home security for renters
A study released by the Consumer Electronics Association shows that only 12 percent of renters have a security system. This statistic gets even scarier when you consider that renters are 85 percent more likely to experience a home burglary than…
How to cancel or confirm your renters insurance
Renters insurance offers valuable protection against damage or destruction to property, but you might need to cancel it at some point for various reasons—you move to another address, or perhaps you’ve bought a home and you’re switching to homeowner’s insurance.…
How to avoid a rent increase
Landlords love keeping good tenants and avoiding the time, hassle and expense of finding new ones. But they have bills to pay, too, and investors to please. As a result, rents go up. It’s an inevitable fact of life. For…
Best practices for Fourth of July safety
Independence Day weekend is a delicious recipe that blends family, friends, fireworks, and a pinch of grilling, all glazed in fun. In one way or another, everyone will participate on this day-long celebration that rolls into nighttime, as a host…
7 Reasons Why Millennials Need Renters Insurance
As you’ve probably noticed in your group of friends, most Millennials rent, rather than own their home. There are many benefits to renting, but not needing insurance isn’t one of them. While you don’t need homeowner’s insurance, you most definitely…