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Is it safe to drive a compact car?
When you’re thinking of buying a car, nothing may be more reliable than a compact car. They are affordable, great on gas, stylish, and depending on the make and model, could be tried-and-true in performance. Popular models include the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius, and Hyundai Elantra. This class of cars, one step above… Read More
How does car insurance work?
Car insurance provides financial protection for drivers in case of an accident, vehicle damage, personal injury or theft. Without car insurance, drivers would be at serious financial risk every time they drive their car because collisions can cost thousands of dollars in property damage and bodily injuries. Auto insurance is something that everyone needs but… Read More
How to switch car insurance companies
Switching auto insurance companies is easy, but if you’re comparing prices make sure the coverages, limits, and deductibles on your new policy match what you have on your existing insurance policy. While your rate could be lower when quoting with a new auto insurance company, the protection and claims service they offer may differ from… Read More
Catalytic converter theft: what you need to know to protect yourself
Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise. Catalytic converters help a car clean its exhaust. They have become a target for theft because catalytic converters contain precious metals like palladium and platinum and the price of these metals has increased in the past several years. And since 2019, converter theft has risen 1,215%, according to… Read More
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Is umbrella insurance right for you?
If you have an auto policy, homeowners policy, or insurance policies relating to recreational vehicles, you probably have sound peace of mind that if anything happens — a car accident, damage to your home or boat during a storm or theft — you are covered and can recover any losses that may occur. But, what… Read More
How to prevent the most expensive home repairs
As the saying goes, there’s no place like home. When you purchase a home, you make one of the biggest investments in your life, not only in terms of finances, but also in terms of happiness. Expenses, such as furnishings, re-modeling, homeowners insurance and essential services, like water and trash, are a part of that… Read More
Winter damage prevention for your home
No matter what winter looks like where you live, whether it’s snow and ice all season long or 70 degrees one day and in the teens the next (we’re looking at you, Virginia), the colder months come with unique challenges to keeping your home comfortable and safe. A buildup of condensation plus freezing temperatures can… Read More
Homeowners insurance for newer homes vs older homes
On the list of major purchases, it doesn’t get much bigger than buying a new house. While there’s a certain charm to getting a place that’s been lived in, there’s also something special about being a home’s initial tenants.
Things to know as a first time homebuyer
If you’re thinking about entering the housing market, the following are a few important things to know when buying a house in today’s environment.
Your homeowners insurance guide
Buying a new home is a multi-step process that involves many moving parts. To help, we’ve put together this guide that seeks to answer some of the most common questions we get about homebuying, who needs homeowners insurance, and what types of policies are available. Buying a new home Before we dive into homeowners insurance… Read More