Save Money on Energy in Your Household
According to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association, energy costs will reach a decade-long high this winter. Heating costs are predicted to rise 28% for U.S. households relying on natural gas and 27% for those using heating oil. Electricity costs are also anticipated to increase 10% per the U.S. Energy Department. Read on for tips…
What to Do When Your Roof Starts to Leak
No homeowner wants to see water leaking from the roof. Whether the result of a storm or rotted materials, a leaky roof should be addressed right away. Otherwise the issue will continue to worsen, resulting in additional damage and more costly repairs. If you find yourself in this situation, consider the following steps. 1. Protect…
Homeowner’s Insurance for Weather-Related Disasters
Many homeowners purchase insurance with the assumption their policy will cover all natural disasters. Yet when a particularly devastating incident hits, they soon discover the peril is specifically excluded or coverage is only extended in a limited capacity. Based on a study from Aon, natural disasters resulted in $71 billion in insured losses across the…
What to Do When Your Roof Starts to Leak
No homeowner wants to see water leaking from their roof. Whether the result of a storm or wood rot, a leaky roof should be addressed right away.
Difference Between Homeowner’s and Mortgage Insurance
Purchasing your first home can be a complicated and confusing process. One of the many factors to consider is obtaining mortgage and homeowner’s insurance. While these policies may sound like the same thing, they are different from each other. To your lender, they essentially serve as a safeguard if you stop paying the mortgage or…
