A fire may seriously damage a home or rob you of your most precious possessions. And although most people agree and understand that such a loss could mean a financial disaster for themselves and their families, only 35 percent of…
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Get ready before you need to file a renters insurance claim
No one wants to imagine the worse befalling your rental yet the reality of natural disasters and crime is too prevalent to ignore. Don’t wait until it is time to file a renters insurance claim to learn the best course…
Back to School: Renters’ insurance basics for college students
As the back-to-school season draws near, retail stores are buzzing with shoppers eager to stash up on school supplies and new housing accessories. Total back-to-school and back-to-college spending combined will reach $72.5 billion this year, according to a new report…
Why you need renter’s insurance
Anyone who has ever rented a house or an apartment has probably wondered at some point if any of their possessions, like TVs, computers, appliances, clothing or jewelry, were covered in case of mishaps. Well, unless you have a renter’s insurance…
Need insurance? Factors influencing your renters insurance rate
Shocker: you and your neighbor are paying different rates for renters insurance. You both live on the same side of town, in the same community, in the same sized unit. What gives? There are quite a few factors that determine…
When lightning strikes
Two weekends ago my house was struck by lightning. Luckily, we were unharmed, but many of the electrical appliances suffered from the massive voltage. I am a renter who had to pay for the replacements and this is why I…
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…
3 Renters, 3 Reasons for Renters Insurance
Learn three great reasons to invest in renters insurance from renters just like you! With all of the hiccups that life may throw your way, a safety net definitely comes in handy. Renters insurance provides a safety net for tenants.…
Got pets? Get renters insurance
You thought you got off easy by locating an apartment community that doesn’t require renters insurance. Truth is, you’re better off with it than without it, especially if you own a pet. When you’re looking down into the beautiful hazel eyes…
Stay protected against summer hazards with renters insurance
With summer in full swing, you may be thinking about your next vacation rather than the necessity of renters insurance. Summer, however, is the perfect time to invest in coverage. Enjoy visitors, travel and summer weather with the financial safety…