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Managing Premiums: Tips for Getting Lower Personal Insurance Rates

Managing Premiums: Tips for Getting Lower Personal Insurance Rates

Insurance is vital to protecting the value of your home, car, and other personal assets. That doesn’t mean that the premiums should break the bank! Whether you’re trying to lower your monthly expenses or want to ensure good value, understanding what drives the cost of your premiums is the first step. Let’s take a closer look at how personal insurance rates are calculated and what...

The Hidden Costs of Skipping Insurance

The Hidden Costs of Skipping Insurance

This April is the 22nd anniversary of Financial Literacy Month, a time that inspires us to secure our future with sound financial planning, budgeting, saving, and investing. It’s an excellent opportunity to improve your financial education and be more secure in your goals. For example, many people are unaware of the hidden costs of skipping insurance, making them financially vulnerable. Why Consider the Cost of...

The Difference Between Condo Insurance & Home Insurance

The Difference Between Condo Insurance & Home Insurance

Like homeowners and renters, condo owners need insurance coverage to protect them from financial loss caused by perils such as fire, theft, and lawsuits. However, condominiums are different from homes or apartments. Although part of the building or property belongs to the condo owner, some of the condo belongs to the condominium association. Therefore, insurance coverage is different for this type of dwelling.  What Types...

How Does My Credit Score Affect My Insurance Rates?

How Does My Credit Score Affect My Insurance Rates?

March is National Credit Education Month—and many of us could use some help. When we think about credit scores, most of us are aware that our credit scores can affect loan approvals, car financing, credit card limits, or whether you are at the top of the list of tenants a landlord will consider.  Another area where credit score plays a critical role is in determining...

Preventing Package Theft

Preventing Package Theft

If you do a lot of online shopping during the holiday or year-round, be aware of the growing threat of package theft. Package thieves, also known as “porch pirates,” have become so brazen that some will even tail delivery drivers to swoop up packages the minute they are gone. In a recent year, over 260 million packages were stolen across the U.S., costing consumers millions...