I’ll never forget the day my college apartment was robbed. It started off just like any other regular school day around the end of the semester. I had several final exams to prepare for so I was busy studying and…
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Documents to copy and store securely – or virtually
When planning for the safety and security of your family, keeping your personal, social and financial data safe and secure should be one of your most important priorities. You want to protect the contents of your home with renter’s insurance,…
Rights in a foreclosed rental
Are there any? A few years ago the answer would have been a definitive No. Just the 30 days notice to vacate after the foreclosure sale. The lease would have been cancelled by the foreclosure, and treated just like the…
Gun safety in your home
The ability to own licensed firearms is one of America’s great freedoms, but even the rights-affirming gun owner will usually quickly admit that owning a gun comes with the heavy responsibility of keeping that firearm in a secure location at…
Managing the Insurance Balancing Act as a College Student
Many students fall on one end of the insurance spectrum or the other. See where you fit in and how to find the balance that is right for you. Money matters as a college student. Whether finances are tight or…
How To Protect Your Valuables When Moving
Transferring places of residence can be a thrilling and rewarding experience. It often comes with a new job, a new beginning or a better flooring plan. Yet it can become quite hectic if you’re not organized or careful enough with…
Renters’ insurance statistics: Why ignore the facts?
Here’s a confusing question: If you could prevent yourself from the financial hardship that would be entailed in replacing all of your belongings after a fire or other unexpected catastrophe, would you do it? Survey results show that more than…
Safety Tips for Hosting Guests of All Ages
Your home functions well as the residence of a young adult but how does it stand up to guests on either end of the age spectrum. Safely entertaining youth and the elderly may require a few minor adjustments to your…
Fireworks alternatives for July 4th
Keep the party going without a glitch with these simple 4th of July alternatives. With Independence Day approaching, many renters are planning parties for family, friends, and neighbors. At the best times, fireworks are a go-to source of entertainment. When…
Summer safety tips
Summer is just about here and it’s one of the nicest times of the year to be outside, enjoy the company of friends and family, and enjoy your life and your home. But summer can also be a time when…