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All You Ever Wanted to Know About Insurance

The Essential Guide to Creating a Home Inventory: Why and How

In the aftermath of an unexpected event, such as a fire, theft, or natural disaster, having a comprehensive home inventory can be a lifeline. This detailed list of your possessions not only aids in the homeowner...

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Tips for Towing a Boat Trailer to Reduce Accidents and Insurance Claims

Owning a boat can make weekends and vacations fun and memorable. Follow these tips to help ensure that when you’re towing your boat you’re being as safe as possible to lower the risk of accidents and unwanted insurance...

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Does Car Insurance Cover the Car or the Driver?

Understand when you and your vehicle are covered by your car insurance. Let’s say your car is in the shop and you borrow your friend’s car. Are you covered if you get into an accident? What about if someone borrows your...

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5 Forces Driving Commercial Auto Insurance Costs

Over the past decade, auto insurance rates have increased steadily, well exceeding the rate of inflation over the same period. But what's driving this upward trend? Explore factors that have significantly impacted the...

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A Safety-Lover’s Guide to Protected Online Shopping

Start with these tips as a guide to a safer online shopping experience that protects your identity and finances. With all the convenience it provides, online shopping also poses a great risk if it's not done carefully....

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How to Choose the Right Contractor for Home Improvement Projects and Avoid Liability Claims

If you’re planning a home improvement project, you probably have many contractors available to choose from. How do you pick the right one that will get the job done safely and without liability issues? Follow these tips....

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Does My Teen Driver Need Their Own Auto Insurance Policy?

Parents have a lot of questions about insuring their teen driver's car. The most common question we receive: Should parents title and insure a teen driver’s car separately from other cars in the household? How will my ...

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Do You Need Rental Car Insurance?

Travel plans usually involve a lot of moving parts: research, booking, packing and, sometimes, renting a car. Many rental car companies will try to sell you on the insurance they offer, and if you don’t have a good...

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What Is Cyber Liability Insurance, And Why Does Your Business Need It?

Cybercrime has been rapidly on the rise and is expected to cost an estimated $10.5 trillion this year. What can you do to protect your business? In addition to cyber safety measures such as security software and cyber...

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Top Home Improvement Projects That Can Increase Your Home Value

When you tackle home improvement projects, it’s wise to prioritize those that add the most to your property’s value, especially if you might put your home on the market in the next few years. Here are the renovations...

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