A study conducted by the Insurance Information Institute shows that 96 percent of homeowners have insurance, but only a bit over one third of renters do. In case of a natural disaster or a fire, the landlord probably has insurance…
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Tips for Using Your Apartment as a Vacation Rental
Websites like AirBnB and VRBO make it seem easy to turn your rental into an income property. Simply create a profile, take a few good pictures, and wait for the offers to start rolling in, right? Not quite. There are…
Renter’s insurance basics that every renter needs to know
If you’re a tenant, one thing that shouldn’t slip your mind when planning your household budget is renter’s insurance. Whether you’re living in an apartment or single-family home, you can have peace of mind knowing that your possessions are protected…
Home energy-saving tips for fall
We may not be ready to let go of the sunny summer days just yet, but students heading back to school is a clear sign that autumn is upon us. Between classroom visits to meet the teacher and purchasing new…
Renters insurance is a good investment
If you rent rather than own your home, do you really need insurance? As a matter of fact, you do, and maybe even more so. Renters may be more at risk than homeowners as they often think they are covered…
Decorating a new home? Add renter’s insurance to your shopping cart
As you decide to move on to a new chapter of your life, there are some things that might not seem as exciting as the others. Besides the fun, new friends and refreshing ambiance that comes with a new home,…
True stories: Why real life guys bought renter’s insurance
Four male renters share their stories on the events that lead to policies. If you’ve lived a pristine life, it’s easy to think that renters insurance simply isn’t worth the cost. It only takes one event to remind you that…
Give yourself peace of mind with renter’s insurance
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…
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…