“Renters insurance” suggests benefits for renters and renters insurance offers plenty of those, but it has positive effects for the landlords too. Besides coverage of the tenant’s property in case of theft, fire, storm, and water damage, renters insurance can…
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Why you should know what you own
Moving to a new apartment? You’ve happened upon the perfect occasion to take an inventory of your stuff. You might ask: Why would I want to do that? Well, the answer is simple. If your apartment burned down tomorrow, would…
How much renters insurance coverage do you need?
If you have decided to get renters insurance, the next step is to determine exactly how much coverage you need. Everyone has different needs: property value is important, but you also need to find a premium amount that you are…
Five instances when renters insurance can save the day
Wouldn’t you sleep better at night knowing that your belongings are protected? For around the cost of a once-a-month pizza delivery you could save yourself a world of trouble if disaster strikes. Renters insurance can help you in a number…
Renting (and moving) gets easier
When it comes to moving, searching, applying and signing a lease on a new place should probably be considered the fun part. As soon as you’ve been approved to pick up your keys, a giant To Do List looms over…
Smart gadgets to make your home unique
Whether in the form of electric vehicles, renewable energy or innovative communication channels, advanced technology is constantly reshaping the way we see the world. On a smaller scale, tech makes everyday life easier, adding both functionality and appeal to our…
Who needs renters insurance? Do you?
Renters insurance can be beneficial for all types of renters. But there are some common misconceptions by groups of apartment renters who may not realize they need coverage. The safe assumption to depend on is that if you are an…
Easy tips to keep your home safe while on vacation
As summer gracefully rolls in, it’s time for a vacation. Whether your family’s idea of vacation heaven is a sunny day at the beach, a cross country road trip adventure or some gorgeous moments on a hiking trail, we could…
5 Tips for being a good tenant
Now is a busy time in a lot of rental-heavy communities and with a lack of quality available units, property managers afford to be picky. Being a good tenant will ensure you a long and pleasant stay, as well as…
How to protect your home from natural disasters
2012 was the second consecutive year that the mid-Atlantic and Northeast suffered devastating impacts from a named storm. Both Sandy and Irene acted as devastating forces, wreaking havoc upon our lands. Storms struck many parts of the country, including tropical…