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Most insurance carriers use a credit-based insurance score to calculate your premium payment. Here is what you should know about how insurance companies use your credit score and how you can improve it.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nWhat Is a Credit-Based Insurance Score?<br />\nWhile credit-based insurance scores share traits with standard credit scores, they are not calculated the same way. Insurance scores consider only some of the factors that go into a regular credit score.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nBeginning in the 1990s, insurance companies began using credit scores to predict risk and calculate premium costs. According to the credit-scoring agency, FICO, about 85 percent of insurance companies use credit-based scores when determining premium rates. Some reports show that people with bad credit can pay nearly twice as much for home insurance, compared to people with good credit. If your credit is really bad, you could be denied a policy.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nTwo important factors insurance companies use to figure your credit score are payment history and hard inquiries. Hard inquiries involve lenders, like when you apply for a credit card or a loan. A good way to keep hard inquiries from hurting your credit score is to make all your requests within a 45-day period. Within this period, they treat all inquiries as one.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nWhat Determines Your Credit Score? Credit scores aren&#8217;t an exact science. Lenders and credit agencies use their own metrics. For example, LexisNexis Property Insurance Scores uses this ranking:<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nGood: 776 to 997<br />\nAverage: 626 to 775<br />\nBelow Average: 501 to 625<br />\nLess Desirable: Under 500<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nEven though credit scores can vary between agencies, most are similar to the above ranges.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nOther factors that affect your credit score include level of debt, length and usage of your credit accounts, and your credit limits. The three credit bureaus, Experian, Equifax and TransUnion, rate these scores in different ways. Where one company ranks payment history as 40 percent of your score, another may only factor it in at 30 percent. Another difference is that things like your work or income history don’t affect your insurance score like they do your credit score.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nIf you want to know if your insurance company used your credit report, you can contact your agent and ask them. If your credit report had a bad effect on your rate, the Fair Credit Reporting Act Action Notification should alert you.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nYou should also be aware of your state&#8217;s laws regarding the use of credit reports to calculate rates. In Maryland and Hawaii, for example, insurers are legally prohibited from using your score to raise your homeowner’s premium. Other states may allow that, but they won&#8217;t use your credit report to drop you or deny coverage.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nHow to Improve Your Credit Score<br />\nThere are simple steps you can take to improve your credit score. A great starting point is to get your debt usage under control. As a rule of thumb, keep your usage to 30 percent or less of your total available credit.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nYou&#8217;ll also want to check and make sure your credit limit is fully reported. It could affect your rates if the credit bureau runs a background check and finds a blank spot for your card&#8217;s credit limit. 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When you shop for that policy, focus on the limits of the coverage and what the policy actually provides for. That way you will have the opportunity to fully cover your home if you should suffer a total loss. The belongings in your home will also be covered, but only if you have enough insurance to replace all of them. Many homeowners make the mistake of having less coverage than they actually need. You should ask your agent for a policy that covers the full replacement cost of your home. That will come with a percentage of that amount for the contents of the home, and generally will also cover other structures like detached garages or sheds.<br />\n <br />\n2. Your lender may require that you buy a policy.<br />\nIf you have a mortgage on your home, your lender may have conditions that require adequate insurance. This is because they have money on the line, too. If your house is damaged in some expensive way and you lack insurance coverage, you are less likely to be able to pay off your mortgage loan. Your home is also the collateral on your loan; if it is damaged or destroyed, its value may not be enough to cover what the lender is still owed. They are protecting an investment, and it’s important for homeowners to adopt a similar mindset. When you buy an insurance policy because your mortgage lender requires it, you will be the named insured. But if there is a large claim paid by from the insurance company, the checks may come in your name and your lender’s name, and you will likely have to sign the check over to your lender to be held in escrow, to be paid out as repairs are made to your home. In short, you will not see the money from your claim or be able to use it for something else that may not be related to the repairs that your home needs. That is very important to realize, and something that many homeowners overlook.<br />\n <br />\n3. You should understand what your policy covers.<br />\nThere are many different homeowners insurance policies available from a large number of insurance companies. It is important that buyers research insurance providers and read policies carefully so they can understand what is covered. There is nothing worse than suffering a loss and learning that it’s excluded from coverage by your insurance policy. You should also do proper research to ensure you are buying enough coverage. The lender on your mortgage may require less coverage to satisfy their requirements than you will need to keep yourself properly covered from a significant loss—this often leads home buyers into making the mistake of taking this bare minimum, believing that they will be fully covered in the event of significant damage/repairs. Knowing your policy limits is valuable, but there is more to the coverage than just how much the policy provides in the event of a loss. Another thing you need to pay careful attention to is type of coverage you have on your home. For example, if you live in a flood zone you’ll likely need a flood insurance policy. Flood insurance is administered through the federal government, as standard homeowners policies do not cover floods. Nor do standard policies cover earthquakes, landslides or hurricanes. If you are in a part of the country where those things are common, and/or if your mortgage lender requires them, you may need additional policies that cover those types of perils. That can protect your investment – and that of your mortgage company – if such perils damage your home.</p>\n<p>4. Homeowners insurance is not one-size-fits-all.<br />\nDifferent types of policies fit different household needs. If you have a large amount of savings, for instance, you may be able to save money each month by selecting a policy with a higher deductible. If you own many high-value items such as jewelry, electronics, art and high-quality furniture, you can opt for higher coverage limits to ensure that your possessions are properly protected. By choosing the option that best fits your personal situation, you can find a policy that fits both your requirements and your budget. Having that peace of mind is generally an excellent way to sleep well at night, and can provide homeowners with what they need to make sure they are financially protected. For homeowners that have high-end homes, more insurance is needed. Those who have less expensive homes will need a policy that is less expensive. Either way, though, having a policy that works for you and your specific needs is what matters. You want your home to be safe and protected, but you also want to make sure you feel good about the policy you have. If you are unsure whether or not your policy is right for you, talk with your agent about other options. That can give you the chance to have a better policy that fits your home and budget, while making sure protection is adequate. By looking at your options right away when becoming a homeowner, you can ensure that you have a policy that will protect your assets and prevent significant financial losses. Research a number of policies and providers to become an educated insurance buyer and to enjoy better peace of mind. While many homeowners just buy a policy and put it in the drawer or the file cabinet, you should take the time to read what’s in it. Then you’ll know whether the policy really protects your home or if it just covers the interests of the lender who holds your mortgage. 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Phones replaced house calls. Email edged out phones. To keep existing customers and attract new ones, you need cutting-edge customer service. Consumers are four times as likely to buy from a competitor after a service issue than they are after a product one, according to research by Bain &amp; Company. Still, customer-service overhauls aren’t cheap. Invest wisely by considering these five predicted trends that will shape customer service over the next five years.<br />\n1. Social media will become default channels.</p>\n<p>Just 13 percent of consumers over the age of 55 have used social media for customer-service purposes, a Microsoft study showed; on the other hand, 55 percent of those aged 18-34 have. As millennials and Gen Zers make up a larger and larger share of your market, social-media outreach is likely to make up more than half of your customer-service requests.<br />\nSoon, putting a social-media intern in charge of your Twitter account will no longer cut it. 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et_pb_image_0\">\n				\n				\n				<span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap \"><img src=\"http://smartinsurance.tips/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Untitled_Clipping_012820_011138_AM.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" srcset=\"http://smartinsurance.tips/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Untitled_Clipping_012820_011138_AM.jpg 680w, http://smartinsurance.tips/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Untitled_Clipping_012820_011138_AM-480x311.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 680px, 100vw\" /></span>\n			</div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>&#8220;Just a few inches of water from a flood can cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage,&#8221; according to the National Flood Insurance Program. This fact sums up why mortgage lenders sometimes require borrowers to buy flood insurance.</p>\n<p>However, real estate agents and mortgage lenders often don&#8217;t tell customers about flood insurance requirements until a property is already in escrow. Homeowners are also unaware that many areas that do not immediately appear to be in danger of flooding are actually rated as high risk by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). If you&#8217;ve found yourself in this situation or you don&#8217;t want to be caught off guard, this article will help you by demystifying lender-required flood insurance.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>KEY TAKEAWAYS</p>\n<p>Flood insurance is often required by mortgage lenders when properties are located in federally designated high-risk flood zones or floodplains.<br />\nFlood insurance is a separate policy from homeowners insurance, which doesn&#8217;t typically cover damage or destruction by floods.<br />\nLenders usually only require flood insurance to cover the property structure, though borrowers can also buy coverage for their personal belongings and furnishings.<br />\nFlood insurance is available through the federal National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for homeowners in high-risk areas and other participating communities.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Why Lenders Require Flood Insurance</p>\n<p>The hazard insurance section of standard homeowners insurance policies does not cover flooding from external natural causes, like heavy rainstorms, or man-made ones, like a dam break. Only specifically named flood insurance, a separate insurance policy, can protect against that sort of destruction or damage.</p>\n<p>Flood insurance is usually optional for mortgaged homeowners in what are normally considered low-risk flood areas. It may even be optional for mortgaged homeowners in high-risk flood areas, depending on the type of loan. However, homeowners will be required to buy flood insurance if they take out a mortgage from a lender that is federally regulated or insured (such as an FHA mortgage) and buy a home in a high-risk flood zone (also known as a Special Flood Hazard Area).1 In most cases, the homeowner will have to pay for flood insurance every year until the mortgage is paid off.</p>\n<p>When someone takes out a mortgage, the home serves as collateral if the borrower stops making mortgage payments. When a property is financed, the lender often has a greater financial stake in the property than the borrower. If one of the lender&#8217;s assets is damaged by floodwaters and the borrower abandons the home and stops making mortgage payments, the lender is caught in a losing position. To eliminate this risk, many lenders require the homeowner to purchase flood insurance.</p>\n<p>Flood insurance will provide money to repair or even rebuild a home if it is damaged or destroyed by flooding. If the homeowner has to file a claim, he or she will only be responsible for paying the deductible. As a result, the homeowner will keep the home and keep making mortgage payments, and everyone will be happy.</p>\n<p>How Does Flood Insurance Work?</p>\n<p>Flood insurance works just like other insurance products. The insured—the homeowner—pays an annual premium based on the property&#8217;s flood risk and the deductible he or she chooses. If the property is damaged or destroyed by flooding, the homeowner receives cash for the amount of money required to repair the damage, up to the policy limit.</p>\n<p>The homeowner must secure the flood insurance policy before closing on a property and renew it every year to cover the principal balance on the loan. The lender will usually collect flood insurance payments along with the monthly mortgage payment, hold the funds in an escrow account, and pay the entire premium to the insurance company once a year (similar to how property taxes and homeowners insurance are handled). Thus, once the homeowner secures the initial policy, no further action may be needed aside from making monthly mortgage payments. Separate coverage of up to $100,000 for personal belongings is also available.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Who Has to Buy Flood Insurance?</p>\n<p>You can find out about the flood risk of any property at FloodSmart.gov or via the FEMA website map.2 If the website says the property is in a high-risk area, flood insurance will likely be required. The final decision depends on flood insurance rate maps and an official flood zone hazard determination. You should also ask your lender about its flood insurance requirements.</p>\n<p>In some neighborhoods or even entire cities, it may be difficult to find a home that is not in a high-risk flood area. In other regions, you can avoid the need to carry flood insurance entirely.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>How to Obtain Flood Insurance</p>\n<p>The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), managed by FEMA, offers flood insurance to homeowners in communities that participate in the program.3 The program requires participating communities to &#8220;adopt and enforce ordinances that meet or exceed FEMA requirements to reduce the risk of flooding.&#8221; This program also offers a small discount on flood insurance based on the steps communities take to mitigate flood risks.</p>\n<p>The actual insurance policies are issued by private insurance companies, not by FEMA. You can find a participating insurance company on the FEMA website. Better yet, ask friends, family and co-workers in your town for recommendations.</p>\n<p>What Does Flood Insurance Cover?</p>\n<p>According to FEMA, the following items are considered part of the building&#8217;s structure:</p>\n<p>The insured building and its foundation<br />\nThe electrical and plumbing systems<br />\nCentral air conditioning equipment, furnaces, and water heaters<br />\nRefrigerators, cooking stoves, and built-in appliances such as dishwashers<br />\nPermanently installed carpeting over an unfinished floor<br />\nPermanently installed paneling, wallboard, bookcases, and cabinets<br />\nWindow blinds<br />\nDetached garages up to 10% of building property coverage (detached buildings other than garages require a separate building property policy)<br />\nDebris removal</p>\n<p>What Doesn&#8217;t Flood Insurance Cover?</p>\n<p>As specified by FEMA, lots of important and expensive things are not covered by flood insurance. You&#8217;ll have to purchase additional personal property coverage if you are worried about the cost of replacing the following items:</p>\n<p>Personal belongings such as clothing, furniture, and electronic equipment<br />\nCurtains<br />\nPortable and window air conditioners<br />\nPortable microwave ovens and portable dishwashers<br />\nCarpets not included in building coverage (see above)<br />\nClothes washers and dryers<br />\nFood freezers and the food in them<br />\nCertain valuable items, such as original artwork and furs (up to $2,500)</p>\n<p>Additionally, neither building nor personal property flood insurance will cover the following:</p>\n<p>Damage caused by moisture, mildew, or mold that could have been avoided by the property owner<br />\nCurrency, precious metals, and valuable papers such as stock certificates<br />\nProperty and belongings outside of a building such as trees, plants, wells, septic systems, walks, decks, patios, fences, seawalls, hot tubs, and swimming pools<br />\nLiving expenses, such as temporary housing<br />\nFinancial losses caused by business interruption or loss of use of insured property<br />\nMost self-propelled vehicles, such as cars, including their parts</p>\n<p>What Does Flood Insurance Cost?</p>\n<p>The cost to insure a property against flood damage is determined by risk associated factors such as the year of building construction, the number of floors, level of flood risk and the amount of coverage required by the lender. This amount should be based on the cost to rebuild, which can be obtained from your homeowners insurance company.</p>\n<p>The price to insure a property with a particular deductible and a particular amount of coverage will be the same no matter who you chose as your insurer because flood insurance premiums are government regulated. However, you do have some control over the cost of your policy because you can choose your deductible amount.</p>\n<p>To find out how much flood insurance will cost for your residence specifically, complete the flood risk profile on the FEMA website. 2Then, contact one of the participating insurance agents listed.4 The website only gives an approximate range of possible coverage costs. An insurance agent can give you an accurate quote. You can still get a quote even if you are just looking at the property and don&#8217;t have it under contract. In general, expect to pay at least a few hundred dollars for flood insurance.</p>\n<p>The maximum insurance amount allowed by law for an NFIP policy is $250,000 for the structure. Contents coverage is optional—it is not required by the lender—but it costs extra (and is limited to $100,000).<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Evaluating the Cost of Flood Insurance</p>\n<p>Ranging from $500 to $1,300 a year, flood insurance is expensive and like other more common forms of insurance can make homeownership less affordable or even unaffordable for some people. Calculate whether you will be able to afford flood insurance for as long as you are required to have it before you commit to a property. If your flood insurance policy costs $1,000 a year and you take 30 years to pay your mortgage, that&#8217;s an additional $30,000 long-term cost to own that home.</p>\n<p>Some flood insurance companies will try to make you buy insurance for a maximum of $250,000, even if the lender doesn&#8217;t require this much coverage. If the principal amount of a loan is only $200,000 the extra coverage is not necessary. Look at the replacement value for your house as determined by your homeowners&#8217; insurance company. This is the full amount for which you need to purchase insurance. The insurance only needs to cover the value of the physical structure, not the land.</p>\n<p>Refinancing and Flood Insurance</p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re thinking about refinancing and you are not required to have flood insurance under your existing mortgage, see if your flood designation has changed. You may now be in a high-risk flood zone even if you weren&#8217;t before. It may not be worth it to refinance when you add the new cost of flood insurance.</p>\n<p>Finally, the maximum allowed coverage of $250,000 may not be sufficient to rebuild some properties. If your homeowners&#8217; insurance company says it will cost more than $250,000 to rebuild your property in the event of a total loss, be aware of the risk you are still subject to even with flood insurance coverage.</p>\n<p>Avoiding Lender-Required Flood Insurance</p>\n<p>There are several options for avoiding lender-required flood insurance (or at least lowering its cost), though they may not be feasible for everyone, especially those living in high-risk areas.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nHomebuyers whose properties are located in a flood zone and who seek a federally backed mortgage, such as an FHA loan, are usually required to carry adequate flood insurance coverage to receive financing.</p>\n<p>Research</p>\n<p>Research before you buy: Find properties that aren&#8217;t located in flood-prone zones. Or, have a survey done (for around $1,500) to see if your specific property is elevated enough to not be in the flood area even if your community generally is. You may be able to get an exemption if you can prove that your property is not at high risk.</p>\n<p>Renovate</p>\n<p>There are several ways to mitigate the risks of flood damage, and thus the cost of your flood insurance. Homes with basements and crawlspaces suffer more from flooding; it might be worth filling them in and turning them into a solid foundation. Moving utilities from a basement to a ground-level shed also helps. So can retrofitting your home to elevate it above your area&#8217;s base flood elevation.</p>\n<p>Organize</p>\n<p>Organize your community and work with local government to do things to mitigate flood risk to the point where the area is no longer in a high-risk area—or at least, gets designated into a lower zone. Communities that do so often receive discounts from the NFIP.</p>\n<p>The Bottom Line</p>\n<p>Having to buy flood insurance shouldn&#8217;t be an ugly surprise when you&#8217;re purchasing or refinancing a house. 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et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Are Sinkholes are covered by Insurance?</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p> <br />\nImagine this: You’re leaving your house, ready to tackle the working day, only to discover a large, inexplicable hole where your car is supposed to be. <br />\nThat’s the thing about sinkholes. They’re just baffling. At first glance, sinkholes are nature’s slapstick: sudden, unpredictable, dramatic and absurd. But there’s a serious side, too – lives have been lost in sinkholes, and the U.S. Geological Survey estimates that sinkholes cause about $300 million in damage per year. <br />\nSo what causes them? And is there anything homeowners can do to protect themselves? Let’s find out.  <br />\n <br />\nCAUSES OF A SINKHOLE<br />\n <br />\nWhat is a sinkhole, and how does it form? The cause is simple to understand: moving groundwater erodes rock below the soil. That creates a large cavity, which collapses. It seems like that should be an easy thing to detect… you know, with the giant cavern involved.  But the answer isn’t so simple. <br />\nThe problem is that the methods that excel at detecting these cavities directly – ground-penetrating radar, for example – are difficult to deploy at scale. The methods that can cover large areas depend on surface signs that are a lot less reliable. <br />\nIn 2014, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory discovered they can detect surface ground movement with their InSAR satellite program. But not every sinkhole exhibits this behavior before the ground caves in. Also, buildings tend to get in the way for this technique to be reliable. <br />\nThere are risk factors that can make sinkholes a bit easier to predict. Mining operations sometime destabilize the ground in ways that promote sinkholes. Weather plays a role, as well – tropical and moist climates experience more sinkholes than dry ones. Sinkholes can also be triggered by heavy rainfalls or burst sewers and pipes.<br />\n <br />\nWHERE ARE SINKHOLES MOST COMMONLY FOUND?<br />\n <br />\nSinkholes are more common where the bedrock is soluble – usually limestone or dolomite rock. Florida sits on a giant slab of limestone, which is why it’s particularly sinkhole-prone. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that about 20 percent of U.S. land is susceptible to sinkholes, mostly in the following states:</p>\n<p>Alabama<br />\nFlorida<br />\nKentucky<br />\nMissouri<br />\nPennsylvania<br />\nTennessee<br />\nTexas  </p>\n<p>HOW COMMON ARE SINKHOLES?<br />\n <br />\nThe risk of a severe occurrence is low. Of all the sinkholes that open up in any given year, researchers estimate the risk of catastrophic damage at a one-in-100 chance – but it’s difficult to get a precise number. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, some (but not all) states track reported sinkhole collapses, but there is no national database. <br />\nWhat’s more, many observed sinkholes are never reported to state geologic surveys… and a sinkhole that opens in a remote rural area may never be seen or reported at all. Curious about sinkholes in your specific area? Contact your county property appraiser. He or she might know additional details, such as the availability of a statewide geological database. <br />\nIf you suspect there is a sinkhole on your property, steer clear of the affected area (and keep kids and pets away, too). Consider marking it with fencing or tape. Then, call an expert such as a geological testing firm to determine next steps. It’s a good idea to let your insurance agent know, too.  <br />\n <br />\nSINKHOLES AND INSURANCE<br />\n <br />\nThis can get complicated, since available coverage varies by state. The Insurance Information Institute offers some helpful background about how sinkhole coverage works in different areas. For questions about what your specific policy can (and can’t) cover, contact your Insurance agent.<br />\n <br />\nDOES CAR INSURANCE COVER SINKHOLES? <br />\n <br />\nSinkhole damage can be covered if you’ve chosen to add optional comprehensive coverage to your auto insurance policy. (That’s the same coverage that can protect you from non-collision related damage, like a falling tree branch or hitting a deer.) Learn more about understanding your auto policy.  <br />\n <br />\nDOES HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE COVER SINKHOLES?<br />\n <br />\nGenerally speaking, most typical homeowners insurance policies don’t cover damage from earth movement. That includes earthquakes, mudslides and sinkholes. Flood damage is also not covered by a typical homeowners policy. 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et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Here&#8217;s How to Figure out the Amount of Homeowners Insurance You Should Actually Buy</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Here’s some advice for new homeowners figuring out how much insurance coverage to buy: Think back to the popular childhood fable, and keep the Goldilocks Principle in mind: Not too much, not too little, but just right.<br />\nToo much – either in total amounts, or areas of coverage you don’t really need – and you could be looking at punishing premiums on an annual basis. Too little, and when disaster strikes, your costs for repairing and rebuilding could be far beyond what your policy covers.<br />\n“The biggest danger we see arise most frequently is underinsurance,” says Carmen Balber, executive director of the Los Angeles-based group Consumer Watchdog. “That is by far the biggest problem homeowners run into, when an unfortunate event occurs and they have to file a claim.”<br />\nThe statistics bear her out. Around 60% of U.S. homes are underinsured, by an average of 20%, according to data firm CoreLogic.<br />\nThat’s not necessarily due to cheap homeowners who are trying to skimp. It might be because they haven’t really thought about the policy since they first took it out, or because they don’t fully grasp the ins and outs of proper coverage in the first place. In fact, a whopping 52% of policy owners don’t have a complete understanding of their insurance, according to a survey by J.D. Power.<br />\nIt’s hard to blame them, because home insurance is tricky business – and in this era of climate change, it’s hard to tell what kind of calamity might befall us. But if there is any positive side, it is that people are being much more thoughtful about protecting themselves.<br />\n“Catastrophes seem to be occurring on a regular basis: Hurricanes, floods, wildfires, earthquakes,” says Janet Ruiz, a spokesperson for the Insurance Information Institute. “So people are paying more attention to insurance these days. And that’s a very smart thing, because your financial stability depends on it.”<br />\nAnd now, of course, we have to contend with the coronavirus and its fallout. While the pandemic won’t affect the basic principles of home coverage, many insurers — Allstate, for example — are taking economic hardship into consideration, and allowing customers to temporarily pause or reduce premiums without penalty or cancellation (although the difference will have to be made up down the line). And if you have moved your work into your home for the foreseeable future, you might want to look into what’s called a home business endorsement, or raising coverage limits for the business property you’re using.<br />\nHere are a few tips from the experts to put that Goldilocks Principle into action, and get the coverage amount that’s just right for you.<br />\n-Focus on replacement costs. You’re not really aiming to insure the full market value of your property, because that includes the land, and the land isn’t going anywhere. And you should probably look to insure more than just the actual cash value of the structure, because – thanks to factors like inflation and depreciation and rising construction costs — that may not turn out to be enough to rebuild after a disaster.<br />\nThe elegant solution: Insure the replacement cost, or the rough estimate of how much it would take in labor and materials to repair and rebuild. Premiums might be 10-15% more than if you were just insuring the cash value, but it will be well worth it if you ever to have file a claim. Even better, advises Balber: Get “extended replacement cost” coverage, which covers you even if local building costs skyrocket in the wake of disaster (which often happens).<br />\n-Know your coverage areas. Standard homeowner policies cover some areas of damage, but not others. In this era of climate change and rising tides, research what your area is prone to, whether you are covered for it – and if not, to look into additional riders with your existing company, or securing that coverage through a separate insurer.<br />\nFlooding, for instance, is generally not covered. The National Flood Insurance Program (FloodSmart.gov) can hook you up with participating local brokers. The program covers dwellings up to $250,000, and contents up to $100,000, with an average annual premium of around $700, although coverage in lower-risk areas won’t cost as much.<br />\nOther areas that are typically not covered, but could be: Things like sewer backup, and personal collectibles like jewelry and artwork.<br />\n-Liability coverage is critical. You may think of home insurance as just relating to the structure, but really it’s much more than that. If someone falls and injures themselves seriously on your property, they could theoretically sue for some, or even all, of your assets.<br />\nThat’s where liability coverage is your best friend. Typical homeowner policies offer at least $100,000, but you can certainly go higher and take out $300,000 or even $500,000. If you have more assets to protect, get a so-called “umbrella” policy over and above that amount. A million bucks of coverage costs a few hundred bucks a year, and is well worth the peace of mind.<br />\n–Circumstances change over time. Let’s say that your home insurance amount was perfect for when you first took out the policy. That doesn’t mean it is still appropriate today.<br />\nPerhaps in the meantime, you undertook various home-improvement projects, like bathroom and kitchen remodels, that boosted total replacement costs. So your home is now worth $400,000, but your coverage is only for $300,000 – and that’s a problem.<br />\nOr maybe your town has become a popular location, homebuilders are in high demand, and their costs have gone up. Make sure your coverage takes that into account. (Multiply square footage by current local per-square-foot building costs, which the local builders’ or realtors’ association should be able to tell you.) In a similar way, locking in an “inflation guard” rider can help protect you for increased building costs 10 or 20 years down the road.<br />\n-Cover the contents. It’s not just four walls and a roof that make a home valuable, it’s what’s inside. Generally speaking, contents can be insured up to a percentage of the structure’s overall value – roughly between 50-75%, says Ruiz.<br />\nIt’s important to document those contents, though, so that there isn’t haggling with your insurance company when you have to file a claim. So perform a video inventory – there are plenty of apps to help these days, like Sortly and Nest Egg – and then upload the results off-site.<br />\n-Keep costs under control. It’s easy to instruct you to get as much insurance coverage as you possibly can. But that can be pricey, so take thoughtful steps to keep those premiums under control. Bundling homeowner policies with other areas of coverage, like your auto, could save 30%. Raising your deductible – to $1,000 from $500, say – could save you 25%. Avoid filing multiple minor claims if you don’t have to, which could make insurers nervous and lead them to not renew your policy.</p>\n<p>If your rates are being hiked, check whether better or more affordable coverage could be had with another insurer. Insure.com is one useful site for that, says Ruiz. Independent brokers – those not beholden to a single company – are often savvy shoppers (https://www.independentagent.com/). And state insurance departments often have rate-comparison tools of their own.<br />\nMost important, don’t just let your policy gather dust in a drawer for years, but actively review whether you have the coverage amounts you need. “When renewals come in the mail every year, take some time, look it over, and call your agent,” says Ruiz. “It’s worth every second of your time.”<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(817,325,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 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Most people don&#8217;t even realize they have one until they receive an adverse action notice in the mail notifying them that, based on their insurance score, they don&#8217;t qualify for the lowest pricing available from their insurance provider.</p>\n<p>To help you decipher what all this means, we&#8217;ll go over what the insurance score is, how it&#8217;s calculated, and some things you can do to improve it.<br />\n </p>\n<p>Insurance Adverse Action Notice</p>\n<p>If you receive an insurance adverse action notice there are some steps you will need to take to find out why you received a low insurance score. First follow your letter&#8217;s instructions to call a 1-800 number to receive a free copy of your credit report, which affects your insurance score. Typically within a few weeks, you will be sent a consent form that requests a detailed proof of identification, including photocopies of your driver&#8217;s license, your Social Security number, and your insurance information.<br />\n </p>\n<p>KEY TAKEAWAYS</p>\n<p>Insurance companies use credit scores and history to determine your premium on insurance. <br />\nIt is very difficult to pinpoint exactly how to get the best insurance score but it is possible to improve it. <br />\nAdverse action notices are sent by insurance companies to notify buyers of why they don&#8217;t qualify for a lower price on their insurance. </p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nYou send this back to the insurance company, which will normally summarize your credit rating and how it is used to calculate your insurance score. If you contact your insurance company, it will likely tell you that 99% of its clients do not qualify for the company&#8217;s lowest rate, and to qualify, your credit must be absolutely perfect.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nIn other words, even if you carry no balances on your credit cards, own your home, are completely debt-free, and have a credit rating in the high 700s, you&#8217;re still unlikely to have an insurance score that qualifies you for the lowest available insurance rate.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nSo what exactly is this insurance score, and what is its purpose?<br />\n </p>\n<p>What Your Insurance Score Is and How It Is Calculated</p>\n<p>An insurance score is a rating used to predict the likelihood a customer will file an insurance claim. This score, as noted above, is based on an analysis of a consumer&#8217;s credit rating, and the method for calculating it varies from insurer to insurer. While many companies use proprietary formulas to calculate the scores, the factors used in the calculation include the customer&#8217;s outstanding debt, length of credit history, payment history, amount of revolving credit versus the amount of credit in the form of loans, available credit, and monthly account balance.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nUnlike a credit rating, which uses personal financial information to determine your ability to repay debts, insurance scores do not factor in your income. This omission means it is very possible for you to be penalized for taking out a large loan or charging a large amount on your credit cards each month even if your income is more than enough to cover the expenses. (For related reading, see: 12 Car Insurance Cost-Cutters.)<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Why Insurance Scores Are Used</p>\n<p>Insurance companies justify the use of insurance scores by citing studies showing a positive correlation between credit scores and insurance claims. At some level, this may seem to make sense. At the level of minor traffic accidents, for example, it is reasonable to argue that individuals with poor credit are more likely to file claims, if for no other reason than because they lack the funds to make repairs on their own.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nOf course, if we look at the logic behind insurance scores we might want to look at it also from a business perspective: insurance scoring is quite profitable, especially since almost nobody qualifies for the lowest pricing tier.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Keep in mind insurance premiums are a recurring revenue stream for insurance companies, and the scores help justify higher premiums.<br />\n </p>\n<p>How to Minimize the Impact on Your Wallet</p>\n<p>A perfect insurance score, in the eyes of an insurance company, represents a client with the lowest possible risk of filing a claim, so since the probability of filing a claim is based on credit, good credit is the key to a high score.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nA good credit report can have such a large impact on your insurance premium that you can, for example, have a flawed driving record but good credit and pay less for your car insurance than a driver who has a perfect driving record but bad credit. Keep in mind, however, that your insurance score is not the only factor that determines your premium (you can ask your insurer for more details on what the other factors are).</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nWhile it is unlikely your insurance score will ever be perfect, there are a few relatively painless steps you can take to improve your score. To keep your insurance score high, be sure to pay all of your bills on time and limit the number of credit cards that you apply for and open. (Read: The Importance Of Your Credit Rating.)</p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br />\nBut, paying your bills on time isn&#8217;t enough. As mentioned above, your insurance score is adversely impacted by large monthly credit card expenditures, even if you pay off your entire balance each month. To help your insurance score, you can minimize your credit card use. While it can prove unreasonably inconvenient to stop using your credit card entirely, most of us can find ways to cut down. You may find the effort needed to perfect your spending is not worth what may amount to relatively small savings in premiums.<br />\n </p>\n<p>The Bottom Line</p>\n<p>The use of credit history to determine insurance premiums is quite alarming to many consumers, particularly to those who have never filed an insurance claim but still don&#8217;t qualify for the lowest available pricing.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Unfortunately, insurance scoring is a standard practice among the nation&#8217;s largest insurers. With that in mind, the best way to help keep your insurance premium low is to keep your credit score high. 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And with these types of physical products, it&#8217;s usually relatively easy to do a little online research to get a solid price baseline.<br />\nBut it&#8217;s not so easy to do that with intangible products like homeowners insurance. Apart from taking the time to ask all your friends, family, and neighbors what they pay in premiums, it&#8217;s hard to know if the quote you&#8217;ve received is outrageous or a steal.<br />\nThankfully, there&#8217;s a lot of data available that can help you set realistic expectations for your homeowners insurance cost. In this article, we&#8217;ll look at how much the average homeowner is paying in homeowners insurance premiums, the factors that affect your specific policy, and ways to save.<br />\n </p>\n<p>The average cost of homeowners insurance<br />\nAccording to the most recent release of the Homeowners Insurance Report by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), the average annual premium in the United States in 2017 was $1,211. <br />\nThe 2017 average premium — the most recent data available — was a 1.6% increase from the 2016 average of $1,192. Premiums have been steadily rising over the past decade. In 2012, the national average premium was $1,034 and in 2008 it was even lower at $830.<br />\nYour home&#8217;s value plays a large role in how much you pay in insurance premiums. Here&#8217;s how much homeowners insurance costs on average by home value in the United States, according to the NAIC:</p>\n<p>Estimated Home Value<br />\nAverage Premiums for an HO-3 Policy</p>\n<p>$49,999 and under<br />\n$633</p>\n<p>$50,000 to $74,999<br />\n$745</p>\n<p>$75,000 to $99,999<br />\n$814</p>\n<p>$100,000 to $124,999<br />\n$870</p>\n<p>$125,000 to $149,999<br />\n$918</p>\n<p>$150,000 to $174,999<br />\n$960</p>\n<p>$175,000 to $199,999<br />\n$997</p>\n<p>$200,000 to $299,999<br />\n$1,092</p>\n<p>$300,000 to $399,999<br />\n$1,252</p>\n<p>$400,000 to $499,999<br />\n$1,467</p>\n<p>$500,000 and above<br />\n$2,149</p>\n<p>*The above table uses data from the NAIC.</p>\n<p>The average cost of homeowners insurance by state<br />\nWhere you live will also impact your cost of homeowners insurance. If you live in an area with high real estate values, this also means that it would cost more to replace your home if it were destroyed. So the NAIC says that average premiums tend to be higher in densely populated areas.<br />\nSecond, your potential exposure to catastrophe plays a significant role in what you pay for homeowner&#8217;s insurance. If you live in an area that&#8217;s prone to hurricanes, earthquakes, or tornadoes, you can expect to pay more than someone who lives in an area with less risk of experiencing a natural disaster.<br />\nHere&#8217;s the average annual homeowners insurance premium by state, according to S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence:</p>\n<p>State<br />\nAverage Annual Premium</p>\n<p>Alabama<br />\n$1,116</p>\n<p>Alaska<br />\n$1,002</p>\n<p>Arizona<br />\n$966</p>\n<p>Arkansas<br />\n$1,091</p>\n<p>California<br />\n$966</p>\n<p>Colorado<br />\n$994</p>\n<p>Connecticut<br />\n$1,058</p>\n<p>Delaware<br />\n$1,172</p>\n<p>District of Columbia<br />\n$1,047</p>\n<p>Florida<br />\n$1,117</p>\n<p>Georgia<br />\n$1,137</p>\n<p>Hawaii<br />\n$977</p>\n<p>Idaho<br />\n$966</p>\n<p>Illinois<br />\n$924</p>\n<p>Indiana<br />\n$906</p>\n<p>Iowa<br />\n$918</p>\n<p>Kansas<br />\n$908</p>\n<p>Kentucky<br />\n$1,106</p>\n<p>Louisiana<br />\n$1,108</p>\n<p>Maine<br />\n$989</p>\n<p>Maryland<br />\n$1,212</p>\n<p>Massachusetts<br />\n$1,031</p>\n<p>Michigan<br />\n$919</p>\n<p>Minnesota<br />\n$951</p>\n<p>Mississippi<br />\n$1,099</p>\n<p>Missouri<br />\n$897</p>\n<p>Montana<br />\n$948</p>\n<p>Nebraska<br />\n$907</p>\n<p>Nevada<br />\n$933</p>\n<p>New Hampshire<br />\n$1,049</p>\n<p>New Jersey<br />\n$1,052</p>\n<p>New Mexico<br />\n$949</p>\n<p>New York<br />\n$952</p>\n<p>North Carolina<br />\n$1,118</p>\n<p>North Dakota<br />\n$906</p>\n<p>Ohio<br />\n$895</p>\n<p>Oklahoma<br />\n$1,114</p>\n<p>Oregon<br />\n$950</p>\n<p>Pennsylvania<br />\n$1,003</p>\n<p>Rhode Island<br />\n$982</p>\n<p>South Carolina<br />\n$1,126</p>\n<p>South Dakota<br />\n$898</p>\n<p>Tennessee<br />\n$1,118</p>\n<p>Texas<br />\n$1,140</p>\n<p>Utah<br />\n$1,025</p>\n<p>Vermont<br />\n$1,004</p>\n<p>Virginia<br />\n$1,181</p>\n<p>Washington<br />\n$986</p>\n<p>West Virginia<br />\n$1,101</p>\n<p>Wisconsin<br />\n$903</p>\n<p>Wyoming<br />\n$966</p>\n<p>*The above table uses data from S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence.</p>\n<p>Most expensive states for homeowners insurance<br />\nHere are the states where annual homeowners insurance premiums are least affordable, on average, according to S&amp;P Global:</p>\n<p>State<br />\nAverage Annual Premium</p>\n<p>Maryland<br />\n$1,212</p>\n<p>Virginia<br />\n$1,181</p>\n<p>Delaware<br />\n$1,172</p>\n<p>Texas<br />\n$1,140</p>\n<p>Georgia<br />\n$1,137</p>\n<p>*The above table uses data from S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence.</p>\n<p>Cheapest states for homeowners insurance<br />\nHere are the states where annual homeowners insurance premiums are most affordable, on average, according to S&amp;P Global:</p>\n<p>State<br />\nAverage Annual Premium</p>\n<p>Ohio<br />\n$895</p>\n<p>Missouri<br />\n$897</p>\n<p>South Dakota<br />\n$898</p>\n<p>Wisconsin<br />\n$903</p>\n<p>Indiana<br />\n$906</p>\n<p>*The above table uses data from S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence.</p>\n<p>The factors that affect homeowners insurance premiums<br />\nAs we&#8217;ve already seen, your home&#8217;s value and where it&#8217;s located are two of the biggest variables that affect homeowners insurance prices. However, there are a few other factors that can drive your premiums up or down. <br />\nCoverage levels<br />\nThe type of coverage you choose will impact the price that you pay for homeowners insurance. Cash value coverage is typically the most affordable. With this type of coverage, your insurance company will only pay what your property is worth minus depreciation, not what it would cost to actually replace your home and its belongings.<br />\nFor more protection, you can choose replacement cost coverage instead. With this type of policy, your insurer will pay out what it would cost to repair or rebuild your home in today&#8217;s dollars.<br />\nFor example, if a tree fell through your house and destroyed your couch, a replacement cost policy would pay whatever it costs to replace the couch. But a cash value policy would only pay what the couch is worth today. And if the couch is several years old, its value could be much less than what you originally paid.<br />\nYou can expect to pay more for replacement cost coverage, but it may be worth it to protect yourself against coverage gaps that can be caused by depreciation.<br />\nOther variables<br />\nHere are a few more factors that can affect the price of your homeowners insurance:</p>\n<p>The deductible you choose: As a general rule, premiums go down as deductibles go up.<br />\nAge of your home: Older homes often require more work to rebuild to modern safety standards, so they can cost more to insure than newer homes.<br />\nCondition of your roof: If your roof is relatively new and in good condition you&#8217;ll typically pay less than a homeowner with a roof that&#8217;s old or built with lower-quality materials<br />\nPast claims: You can expect to pay more if you&#8217;ve made several claims in the past or live in an area with a high claims rate.</p>\n<p>How to save money on homeowner&#8217;s insurance<br />\nAdd features to make your home safer<br />\nIf you&#8217;re looking for ways to reduce your homeowners insurance premiums, think about ways you could improve the safety of your home. Adding any of the following safety features to your home could qualify you for a homeowners insurance discount:</p>\n<p>Smoke detectors<br />\nDeadbolt locks<br />\nFire extinguishers<br />\nStorm shutters<br />\nSecurity system<br />\nSprinkler system<br />\nNew or reinforced roof</p>\n<p>Bundle your insurance policies<br />\nYou may also be able to save on homeowners insurance by bundling your home and auto insurance policies together. <br />\nRaise your deductible<br />\nFinally, raising your deductible could reduce your premiums. But make sure that you don&#8217;t set a premium that&#8217;s higher than you&#8217;d be able to pay without going into debt. And know that if you have a mortgage on your home, your lender may require that your deductible stay below a certain limit.<br />\nShop around<br />\nThe last variable that can impact the price you pay for home insurance is the company you choose. Premiums can vary widely by insurance company. So one of the best ways to save on homeowners insurance could be simply to make sure that you shop around before choosing an insurance provider.<br />\nAim to get at least three to five quotes before choosing a home insurer. Or, to save time, you could use an online homeowners insurance shopping tool like Policygenius to compare dozens of insurance companies at once.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(932,380,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:27:04'),(933,380,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(934,380,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(935,385,'_edit_lock','1590537009:1'),(936,385,'_edit_last','1'),(937,385,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(938,385,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(939,385,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(940,385,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(941,385,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(942,385,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(943,385,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(944,385,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"385\" /]'),(945,385,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(946,385,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(947,385,'_thumbnail_id',''),(948,385,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(949,385,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(950,385,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(951,385,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(952,385,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(953,389,'_edit_lock','1603490417:1'),(954,389,'_edit_last','1'),(955,389,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(956,389,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(957,389,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(958,389,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(959,389,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(960,389,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(961,389,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(962,389,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"389\" /]'),(963,389,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(964,389,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(965,389,'_thumbnail_id',''),(966,389,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(967,389,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(968,389,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(969,389,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(970,389,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(1139,480,'_edit_last','1'),(972,396,'_edit_lock','1590536941:1'),(973,396,'_edit_last','1'),(974,396,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(975,396,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(976,396,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(977,396,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(978,396,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(979,396,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(980,396,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(981,396,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"396\" /]'),(982,396,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(983,396,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(984,396,'_thumbnail_id',''),(985,396,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(986,396,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_2 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">How to Negotiate a Change in Your Home Insurance Value</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_5\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>If you&#8217;re looking at your homeowner&#8217;s insurance policy and the ever-increasing premium, you may be wondering why your home&#8217;s insured value seems high. You would not be the first homeowner to do so. There are several things you can do if you disagree with the listed dwelling&#8217;s value or the estimated reconstruction cost of your home—whether it be too low or too high. You want to make sure that the insurance value—and the associated premium—is accurate and that you are not over- or under-insuring your property.<br />\n </p>\n<p>Adjusting the Home Value of Your Policy</p>\n<p>That undervalued coverage may be the case, but the only way to know is to review the values listed on your insurance policy every year and make sure that you have the right amount of insurance. When people think the insured values of their home and possessions are a little low, they can easily get their policy adjusted or add coverages by endorsement.</p>\n<p>On the other side of this dilemma, however, are the owners who feel they are overinsured. The problem arises when you look at your insurance policy and feel like your dwelling&#8217;s value has increased too much over the years, and it now looks like you have more insurance coverage than you need. If you are on this side of the equation, you should know that two out of three homes in America are underinsured, yet people still think their insurance is too high.<br />\n </p>\n<p>Making Sure Your Insurance Is on Target</p>\n<p>When it comes to a major home insurance claim, most people who run into problems during the claims process are the ones who have underinsured their home. Despite this, many policyholders look at the cost of insurance and seek places to cut costs.</p>\n<p>New homeowners are often surprised to see what their insurance is costing them. Also, people who have had coverage for a long time get frustrated when they see their homeowner&#8217;s premium increase while the resale value of their home may not be as high.</p>\n<p>Many factors—besides the market value of the structure—go into determining your annual premium. These factors include:</p>\n<p>Costs to repair or replace the building<br />\nThe age of the home<br />\nIts location<br />\nThe number of residents<br />\nThe size of the home<br />\nYour past claims history</p>\n<p>Insurance providers keep the exact calculation for the setting of premiums private. However, most will use these and other factors.</p>\n<p>Before you try to adjust the value of your home down, you need to consider discounts or other ways to reduce the cost of insurance.</p>\n<p>Three Ways Your Dwelling Value Increases </p>\n<p>Before we get into what you can do about a dwelling value that you find too high, it&#8217;s important to understand the two main reasons your dwelling value may be at that amount. Your value on your home insurance policy can increase due to one of three factors, inflation, insurance inspection, and the cost of reconstruction.</p>\n<p>Inflation</p>\n<p>Your home insurance has a clause to protect you from the costs of inflation and increases the dwelling insured value every year accordingly by a small percentage. Over five to 10 years, this inflation increase may become significant, and it might be time for you to review if your dwelling value is still accurate to be sure it is not overinflated.</p>\n<p>Inspection</p>\n<p>You may have had an evaluator come to your house for an insurance home inspection. The inspector reviewed the condition of the home and calculated the cost of reconstruction and recommended an increase in the dwelling value to your home insurer.</p>\n<p>Reconstruction</p>\n<p>Even if you just bought a new home and are insuring it for the first time, the agent or insurance broker did some calculations. They used a standard cost tool and basic information you provided them with to determine the insured dwelling reconstruction cost.</p>\n<p>Disagreeing With the Insured Value</p>\n<p>People often think that just because an insurance company sends them something, it is written in stone. However, the insurance estimate for the reconstruction of your home can be wrong.</p>\n<p>Your insurance is about protecting your assets, so if you feel something is off, you have every right to call your representative and ask questions or request a review. Very often, if you have a good case to present, your insurance broker or agent will submit your request to the insurance underwriter, and your case can be reviewed.</p>\n<p>Inflation Adjustments</p>\n<p>Insurance companies put in place inflation adjustment clauses to protect you when you insure your home. The idea is that if you insure your home and then five years later you have a claim, you won&#8217;t come up short on the amount of money needed to rebuild after a claim because of this inflation adjustment.</p>\n<p>Unfortunately, the accuracy of this method relies on the home having been insured at an appropriate value in the first place. It also assumes that the cost of materials and construction has, in fact, increased due to inflation since you first insured your home. In some cases, these factors may be off.</p>\n<p>In the case of standard inflation increases over a long period, it is always a good idea to re-evaluate your dwelling value using current reconstruction rates. Your insurance representative is in a good position to discuss your dwelling value with you, so it&#8217;s a good idea to call and ask if you have any questions. You may be able to get an adjustment simply by calling and having a discussion.</p>\n<p>Ways to Negotiate the Insured Value</p>\n<p>If a discussion about the increase does not yield favorable results and you still disagree with the insurance provider&#8217;s numbers, then you can try and negotiate them.</p>\n<p>Double-check calculations</p>\n<p>Ask your insurance company to double-check their calculations. Verify the square footage they used and compare the cost per square foot they are using with the general standard in your area, according to local builders. You can always try and negotiate with the insurance company on these issues, and sometimes they will offer you a compromise or alternative solution. Remember that your insurance representative is there to help you.</p>\n<p>Independent appraiser</p>\n<p>Hire an independent appraiser who is accepted by insurance companies for insurance appraisals. Before you do this, make sure your insurance company will accept the report your appraiser will provide. You do not want to waste money on this if your insurance company will not even accept it. The appraiser must be using tools and methods that are insurance company approved.</p>\n<p>You may also want to beware that in most cases, these in-house appraisals will be more accurate and therefore, may result in higher appraisal amounts. In some cases, they do result in lower appraisal amounts, but the differences would rarely be substantially different.</p>\n<p>You may want to tell an appraiser before you hire them of the estimate you already have, as well as the cost per square foot your insurer used. A good local appraiser will be able to tell you off the bat if that&#8217;s in the normal range and may be able to save you money and time.</p>\n<p>Coverage Requirements and Policy Type</p>\n<p>Insurance companies often offer several types of insurance coverage for homes. Guaranteed replacement cost will insure you to the stated replacement value—plus a certain percentage over the insured dwelling value. This added percentage is for if the cost of reconstruction ends up being higher than expected in the event of a claim.</p>\n<p>Some companies may cap the guaranteed value at 125% of your insured dwelling value. Others may offer a guaranteed replacement, &#8220;no matter what the cost.&#8221; Ask your insurance representative what kind of home insurance coverage you have.</p>\n<p>Guaranteed Replacement coverage usually requires you to insure to 100% of the evaluated reconstruction cost of your dwelling. This coverage is the best kind of coverage because it protects you no matter what, but you also have other less expensive options.</p>\n<p>Understanding Replacement Cost</p>\n<p>Replacement cost is different than guaranteed replacement cost because it will not pay out in a claim more than the insured value. If you feel your evaluation is too high—and you don&#8217;t think you need guaranteed replacement cost—you still need to take a pause.</p>\n<p>You must be convinced a lesser amount than the evaluated dwelling value will cover you sufficiently in a case of a claim. If you are comfortable, then you can take your chances and ask your insurance company if there is a possibility to lower your insurance cost by getting replacement cost versus guaranteed replacement cost.</p>\n<p>Usually, the conditions to get replacement costs are that you insure to a certain percentage of the evaluated dwelling value of your home. Different insurers offer different plans. These plans usually range in the requirement to insure 80% or 85% of the reconstruction value.</p>\n<p>Insurance varies by state jurisdiction, so be sure and ask about this from your insurer. This prior knowledge could avoid the entire argument about whether or not the value is correct and allows you to have a safe middle ground if you are comfortable with taking on the risk.</p>\n<p>Changes by Increasing or Reducing Insured Value</p>\n<p>Many of the coverages on the homeowner insurance policy are allotted as a percentage of the insured dwelling value. For example, your personal belongings and contents may be set at 70% of the building value. Your additional living expenses may be set at 10% or 20% of the total insured value.</p>\n<p>Any time your insured dwelling value changes, make sure you review how it will impact the rest of the coverages on your policy—especially where it is related to contents and your personal belongings. Sometimes the value of the items in your home may be worth much more than the average person. In these cases, you want to be careful when you reduce your dwelling value since it will also reduce the related insurance amounts for:</p>\n<p>Additional living expenses<br />\nPersonal contents<br />\nDetached and additional structures</p>\n<p>Reducing your home insurance dwelling value does not impact the liability coverage on your home policy, riders or special endorsements, or the special limits within the policy.</p>\n<p>Other Options to Save on Insurance Costs</p>\n<p>If after evaluating the factors and options for why your dwelling insured value is as high as it is, you still want to find ways to save on insurance.</p>\n<p>Consider increasing the deductible on your policy; this could save you up to 40% on your insurance costs.<br />\nBundle your insurance: You can ask for a quote for your home and car insurance with the same company and take advantage of the cost savings from bundling your insurance. <br />\nGet quotes from other companies. A lot of people worry that if they cancel their policy before the renewal date, they will get hit with a penalty for canceling. What most people don&#8217;t realize is that if you are canceling ​a policy mid-term or before your insurance renewal to save money or get more coverages, then it pays to cancel your policy early.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(987,396,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:03:13'),(988,396,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(989,396,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(990,400,'_edit_lock','1590536939:1'),(991,400,'_edit_last','1'),(992,400,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(993,400,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(994,400,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(995,400,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(996,400,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(997,400,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(998,400,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(999,400,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"400\" 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payment assistance, and forgiving landlords to get through the month. It may be years before the total financial cost is calculated, and the emotional tally may never be known.<br />\nHow do you tell your kids that you don&#8217;t have enough money for necessities, much less anything extra? How do you share the truth without frightening them? Finally, is it possible to use this experience to help your children grow up into compassionate, balanced adults with a sense of what matters in life?<br />\nShould you tell your kids about financial hardship?<br />\nTamara Stervinou taught special education for nearly 30 years, the last 25 in Kearney, Missouri. She says that children pick up on what&#8217;s going on around them. If you are stressed, chances are they know it. They don&#8217;t understand why you can&#8217;t sleep at night, so they jump to conclusions. What they imagine is often scarier than what is really going on. If you&#8217;re wondering how to talk to your kids about financial hardship, these tips will get you started:</p>\n<p>Remain calm. &#8220;Staying calm is everything,&#8221; said Stervinou. &#8220;A child will innately think it&#8217;s their fault when you talk to them about money problems. Don&#8217;t put that on them.&#8221; Calmly explain the situation in a way that lets your kids know that you are in charge and you can handle it &#8212; whether you feel that way or not.<br />\nFollow their lead. Do not tell them more than they want to know. One child may feel fine after hearing a single answer, while another may want to ask several follow-up questions. Stervinou reminds us that this is a confusing time for children. &#8220;If there was a flood, kids would be able to see why they can&#8217;t go to school or Mom and Dad can&#8217;t go to work. They can&#8217;t see a virus, which makes this more confusing for them.&#8221;<br />\nAnswer in an age-appropriate way. A seven-year-old has no interest in IRAs or what the economic downturn has done to your balance. He or she wants to know why they can&#8217;t have a new pair of shoes.<br />\nKeep it simple. Say something like, &#8220;Mom and Dad are not working right now because of the virus. We&#8217;re being careful with our checking account and will not be spending as much as we normally do.&#8221;<br />\nOffer a broad overview. Once you have told your kids that you are cutting back on spending, do not go into the weeds by offering them more details than they can absorb, and refrain from sharing your pandemic-related frustrations.<br />\nDo not &#8220;parentify&#8221; your children. Let them know finances are an adult issue. Their only job is to keep being great kids and to leave all other concerns to you.</p>\n<p>What about children with special needs?<br />\nWhether your child has a disability, behavioral issues, or deals with anxiety, discussing financial hardship requires sensitivity. Wait to have the conversation until you can focus fully on your child. In addition, you should:</p>\n<p>Consider your child&#8217;s capacity for accepting bad news. Before you say anything, think about how you will comfort and calm your child if they have an outburst. Remember, they are having a normal reaction to an atypical situation. Your job is to help them draw on the coping skills they have learned.<br />\nDo not over-share. As you would with any child, tell them just enough to answer their questions without adding to their anxiety or frustration.<br />\nKeep it simple. Stervinou says that most kids, regardless of abilities, understand what a grocery store is. Let them know that for the time being, you are trying to protect your family and other people by making trips to the grocery store &#8212; and only the grocery store &#8212; only when it&#8217;s absolutely necessary.<br />\nExpect outbursts. It&#8217;s only human for a kid to lash out when he or she is frustrated and/or afraid. &#8220;Adults with no disabilities act out. It&#8217;s a given that kids are going to do something to show their frustration,&#8221; Stervinou said. </p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Teach finances through positive experiences<br />\nIt would be a lie to say that we can put COVID-19 behind us. In fact, many of us will always remember 2020 as the year a pandemic shut down America. Our children will remember it as well. What is it that you want your kids to recall when they look back on this time? What lessons do you hope they carry with them?</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Some of the most meaningful conversations we have are while we&#8217;re emptying the dishwasher or folding towels. As you move through the upcoming days with your kids, casually introduce questions like these:</p>\n<p>What do you think we will learn from this experience? Your children&#8217;s great- grandparents (or great-great-grandparents) had The Great Depression to teach them the value of living below their means and how to prioritize anemergency fund. As you discuss finances with your kids, talk about the wisdom of saving money, how important it is to delay gratification, and the best way to use credit. Finally, ask them about the lessons they think they will take from the experience.<br />\nWhat means the most to you? At the end of life, few of us will brag about the stuff we own. We will, however, be proud of the relationships we built. Now is a great time to talk to your children about what matters and what doesn&#8217;t, to help them understand that relationships and experiences trump new toys and gadgets every time.<br />\nHow can we have fun without spending money? When financial consultant Winnie Sun wanted to teach her three young sons about having fun on a budget, she transformed the dining room table into a ping pong table. Sun pulled out old table tennis paddles and encouraged one of her sons to build a &#8220;net&#8221; using Legos. She also ordered seeds so the boys could plant and care for a garden in buckets in the backyard. Sun says that when her sons look back on 2020 and their shelter-at-home experience, she wants them to remember how much fun they had without spending a dime.<br />\nWould you like to help with the family budget? Invite older children to take part in family budget meetings. They already know that times are tough, but having a voice regarding the family budget can give older kids a greater sense of control, teach themhow to budget, and help them see that things will eventually get better.</p>\n<p>Take care of yourself<br />\nStervinou is particularly concerned about parents with children at home, worried that they are not taking proper care of themselves. According to the longtime educator, how you take care of yourself directly impacts how well you can teach your kids about pandemics, finances, job loss, or any other life-altering circumstance.<br />\n&#8220;When you&#8217;re overwhelmed, take a step back. If you&#8217;re frustrated because you have trouble helping your child with their schoolwork, give yourself permission to do half the work,&#8221; she said. &#8220;Don&#8217;t put your frustration back on your child. Rather, modify what you&#8217;re doing. Talk to other parents to find out how they&#8217;re doing things, create or join a social support group, contact your child&#8217;s teacher to ask for help. Do what you need to do to lighten the load. If you can&#8217;t take care of you, how are you going to take care of your children?&#8221;<br />\nCoronavirus comfort buying:Stress shopping is a real thing. Don’t let it hurt your finances<br />\nSocial Security:How to plan for a smaller Social Security check<br />\nStervinou also recommends spending time outdoors with your kids every day. Take a walk, make chalk drawings on the sidewalk, have a picnic in the driveway or on the porch, or just play a game. &#8220;Make sure you and the kids get enough physical activity. It&#8217;s good for your mind and soul.&#8221;<br />\nThere are millions of Americans who feel adrift right now, although that reminder may offer more anxiety than comfort. The truth is, we will get through this. We may view the world in a slightly different way, but that&#8217;s not necessarily a bad thing. If what you&#8217;re left with after the kids are back in school and you&#8217;re back to work is a greater sense that you want to control your own financial fate, start researching the ways you can do that. Until then, take this opportunity to teach your children the power of perseverance.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(1171,485,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2020-10-05 03:10:17'),(1172,485,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(1173,485,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(1174,490,'_edit_lock','1592952538:1'),(1175,490,'_edit_last','1'),(1176,490,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(1177,490,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(1178,490,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(1179,490,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(1180,490,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(1181,490,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(1182,490,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(1183,490,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"490\" 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important to protect your investment to the best of your ability. When establishing yourself as a real estate investor, it is critical to acquire the right insurance to protect your business, your property, yourself and your tenants. At first glance, the range of insurance options can seem exhausting, but each involved party needs to be covered by the appropriate policy to stay safe — physically, financially and legally.<br />\nHomeowners Insurance<br />\nMany landlords rely on their standard homeowners insurance to protect their rental properties, but typical homeowners coverage is usually not sufficient to protect your investment property. Homeowners insurance usually covers owner-occupied homes, while a landlord-specific insurance policy will cover liability and damages related to tenant-occupied homes.<br />\nDepending on your specific situation, homeowners insurance may be sufficient without needing to seek out landlord insurance. If you only plan to rent out your property on occasion — such as for a specific event or while you’re on vacation — your homeowners insurance may suffice. If you plan to rent out single rooms while you also occupy the property, homeowners insurance may also be enough. Coverage varies based on your insurance company and policy, so be sure to contact your provider before you start looking for tenants.</p>\n<p>Landlord Insurance<br />\nIf you’re planning on renting out your investment property to tenants on a regular basis, you’ll need to look into landlord insurance coverage. Insurance policies designed specifically for landlords provide protection not only for your property, but added protection for financial loss and obligations associated with your rental property. Similar to homeowners insurance, landlord insurance will help cover the property itself and your liability when it comes to the tenants who live at the property.<br />\nDepending on the insurance company you choose and the options included in your policy, there are a variety of coverages that may be included. Personal property coverage can help protect belongings used to service the rental property if you choose to rent the space furnished, where legal fee coverage can help protect you if you need legal representation regarding a lease agreement with a tenant. Not every landlord will choose to include every available coverage option on their policy; it is up to you to decide how much you want to spend in order to manage costs for damage or liability associated with your investment property.<br />\n <br />\nProperty Management Insurance<br />\nIf you plan to manage multiple rental properties as a business, your insurance needs will once again change. If you are involved professionally in renting residential real estate, managing rental properties for others or contracting services for rental property owners, you’ll likely need to look into property management insurance coverage. Property managers need to have insurance that covers their business, their clients, their tenants and the properties they manage. If you’re simply a real estate investor or private owner renting out your home, look toward landlord insurance instead of property management insurance.<br />\nRenters Insurance<br />\nWhile landlord insurance will protect many things regarding your rental property, it only protects the owner’s property and belongings, not your tenants’ personal possessions. It is good standard practice to require your tenants to have their own renters insurance policy, which is an affordable way for your tenants to protect themselves and their personal property. Encouraging (or requiring) your tenants to have renters insurance can save you time and money should any accidents, damage or theft occur at your property.<br />\nMany renters don’t understand the importance of renters insurance because they assume your landlord policy will protect them. In fact, over 90% of homeowners carry a homeowners insurance policy, but less than 50% of renters have renters insurance in place. Renters insurance is an amazing tool to give your tenants protection for their personal belongings, against liability charges and against medical charges, and it helps them cover the cost of any property damage that may take place.<br />\nEquipping yourself and your renters with the right insurance is one of the best things you can do as a landlord to protect your business, your property and your tenants.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(1390,554,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2020-10-05 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Many firms aren’t in the position to give their employees large annual bonuses. As the former CEO of CitiMortgage and now the CEO of Caliber Home Loans, I have seen how spot bonuses can be an effective alternative: We recently paid spot bonuses to almost all our employees to reward them for their diligent work in a tumultuous year. Indeed, companies can use a spot bonus like a scalpel to stimulate feelings of satisfaction among employees, incentivize group behaviors, and build a stronger sense of solidarity.<br />\nA spot bonus is typically paid “on the spot” to individuals or a group of employees (and sometimes an organization’s entire workforce) for a specific behavior, action, or result. Because of their targeted nature, they tend to be a smaller amount of money than the annual incentive reward. In my experience, they typically range from a couple hundred dollars to a few thousand. 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But some policies don’t provide enough protection, especially if your home has features that may increase your liability risk.Umbrella insurance provides a second layer of liability protection. An umbrella policy picks up where your limited liability coverage ends. You can purchase an umbrella policy with $1 million or more in liability protection to ensure your assets remain safe when disaster strikes. Best of all, umbrella insurance is relatively cheap, offering an affordable way to maximize your protection.</p>\n<p>What is umbrella insurance and how does it work?<br />\nHomeowners liability usually covers the medical expenses of people outside your household when they sustain an injury on your property. If the victim sues you, your liability coverage will help pay your legal costs too. Liability coverage also pays for the property damage of others when you’re at fault. For example, if your lawnmower throws a rock and breaks your neighbor’s window, your liability coverage will help pay the repair bill.<br />\nUmbrella insurance provides extra protection when your homeowners liability coverage falls short. It’s designed to cover costs that exceed the liability limits of your home insurance policy.<br />\nMost standard home insurance policies provide default liability coverage of $100,000 to $300,000. Typically, insurers allow you to increase your liability coverage limit. Even so, some homeowners need more protection than standard homeowners liability can provide.<br />\nFor instance, if you own a swimming pool and like to entertain guests, you could face serious medical and legal costs if someone sustains a serious injury or drowns. If you need $1 million or more in liability protection, you’ll need an umbrella insurance policy.<br />\nAn umbrella policy can also protect properties you use but don’t own. For example, if you rent a home for summer vacation and accidentally burn down the deck while barbecuing, your umbrella policy may pay to rebuild it.</p>\n<p>What does an umbrella policy cover?<br />\nAn umbrella policy can save the day when you face costly liability, but it’s important to understand exactly what it does and does not cover. Most umbrella policies will cover:</p>\n<p>Bodily injury: Hosting guests in your home increases your risk of an accident. If a guest takes a tumble down your stairs and breaks a leg, your homeowners liability coverage will likely cover the medical costs. But if the victim falls into a lengthy coma and later sues you for pain and suffering, you’ll probably need to rely on the extra coverage provided in your umbrella policy.<br />\nLandlord liability: Some umbrella policies provide a certain level of coverage for landlords. For instance, if you rent a garage apartment to a tenant who sustains an injury when the apartment’s balcony collapses, your umbrella coverage may help pay medical expenses and legal costs.<br />\nProperty damage: Standard home insurance can cover most property damage disasters. For instance, if a limb from your tree falls and smashes your neighbor’s fence, your regular homeowners coverage will cover the repairs. But if the entire tree crashes through your neighbor’s home, causing hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses, you may need to rely on your umbrella coverage to pay the cost of restoring the house to its previous state and replacing damaged personal property, like furniture or appliances.<br />\nPersonal injury: Personal injury protection covers legal expenses when someone sues you for libel, slander or wrongful eviction. The liability coverage in some homeowners policies provides some personal injury protection. If the cost of a lawsuit exceeds the limit of your home insurance policy, your umbrella insurance will kick in to help cover the additional costs.</p>\n<p>In general, it covers past the limits of your typical policy.<br />\nWhat is not covered by an umbrella policy?<br />\nThere are some kinds of damages not covered by umbrella policies:</p>\n<p>Business losses: An umbrella policy won’t cover your home office property. Likewise, umbrella insurance won’t cover lawsuits filed against your home-based business. You could, however, purchase business insurance that includes liability coverage.<br />\nLosses caused by criminal acts: Like the liability coverage of your home insurance policy, an umbrella policy won’t cover losses caused by illegal activity. For instance, if a policyholder operates an illegal, homemade fireworks business and an accidental explosion burns down a neighbor’s home, the insurer won’t pay a claim.<br />\nPersonal belongings: The personal property coverage of your homeowners policy will pay to replace your belongings, like clothing and furniture, following a covered loss, but an umbrella policy won’t. Umbrella insurance only covers the personal belongings of others when you’re at fault for a loss.<br />\nOral or written contracts: If a contractor sues you for not honoring the terms of an oral or written contract, your umbrella policy likely won’t cover your legal expenses. Likewise, if a legal dispute involves a home-based business, an umbrella policy won’t pay court costs or attorney’s fees.</p>\n<p>Before you take out a policy, make sure it will cover the things you want protection for.</p>\n<p>How much does umbrella insurance cost?<br />\nMany carriers offer umbrella insurance as an optional coverage. Often, you can add umbrella coverage when you purchase a home insurance policy. If you already have a policy, ask your agent if the insurer sells the coverage.<br />\nSome premium homeowners policies enable you to increase your liability limit to $1 million or more, which may eliminate the need for umbrella insurance. For instance, Chubb’s standard home insurance policies provide personal liability protection up to $100 million.<br />\nAccording to the Insurance Information Institute, a $1 million umbrella policy costs $150 to $300 annually. However, the cost of insurance varies by location, along with factors such as your home’s age and construction, safety and security features and your age and claims history.</p>\n<p>Is umbrella coverage worth it?<br />\nMost homeowners can benefit from the added liability protection of an umbrella policy. In standard homeowners policies, default medical payments to others limits usually range from $1,000 to $2,500.<br />\nAlthough most insurers allow you to raise limits, you still might not have enough coverage to pay all the medical bills a guest may sustain. For instance, medical bills for a broken leg can run $7,500 and a three-day hospital stay can cost $30,000. If the injured person sues you, attorney fees, court costs and a settlement can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.<br />\nGenerally, you should consider an umbrella policy if your home or property has any type of element that poses greater liability risks. Homes with amenities such as hot tubs, swimming pools, trampolines and treehouses should have umbrella coverage because they increase your liability risk. Even if you don’t entertain guests often, an uninvited visitor may enter your property and sustain an injury, for which the law may find you liable.<br />\nIf your property has any of these features, ask your insurance agent if your home insurance policy provides adequate protection. Also inquire about precautions you must take, like adding a fence around a pool, installing a pool alarm or adding a lockable cover to a hot tub. Chances are, your agent will advise you to purchase an umbrella policy.<br />\nHomeowners who have a home office in which they see clients may also need an umbrella policy. Some standard homeowners policies won’t cover medical and legal costs associated with a business associate visiting your home office. When inquiring about an umbrella policy, make sure it covers this type of risk. If it doesn’t, you likely need to purchase business insurance.<br />\nIf your yard has tall trees, you likely need an umbrella policy. Trees often topple during storms or fall due to rot or saturated soil. A downed tree can cause serious damage to a neighbor’s home, so protect your assets with umbrella insurance.<br />\nIn some cases, increasing the limit on your standard home insurance policy will provide enough coverage. Some premium homeowners policies offer liability limits up to $1 million or more.<br />\nExcess liability policies offer an alternative to umbrella insurance. With an excess liability policy, you can increase your liability above the maximum limit allowed in your standard home insurance policy. However, excess liability policies only cover the same risks as your standard liability coverage. Many umbrella policies cover more risks, offering more protection.</p>\n<p>Frequently asked questions</p>\n<p>How much does umbrella insurance cost?<br />\nYou can purchase a $1 million umbrella policy for a few hundred dollars per year. The cost of a policy can depend on many factors, including your home’s safety and security features, it’s age and construction and your insurance claims history.<br />\nShould I purchase umbrella coverage if my home has a swimming pool?<br />\nHome features such as swimming pools, fire pits, hot tubs and treehouses increase your liability risk. If you or one of your family members sustains an injury on your property, you can rely on your health insurance to help cover the costs. But if a guest sustains an injury in your home, you’ll need adequate liability coverage. Umbrella insurance can help cover medical expenses and legal costs.<br />\nMy home insurance policy includes liability coverage, so why do I need umbrella insurance?<br />\nLiability coverage only provides a limited amount of protection. Most standard homeowners policies provide default limits of $100,000 to $300,000. Usually, you can increase your liability limit, but it won’t provide the level of coverage offered by an umbrella policy. 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But if you don’t buy sufficient coverage, your protection falls short, leaving you on the hook for huge repair bills or facing an expensive lawsuit.<br />\nBut how do you know how much homeowners insurance you need? The key is to walk through each standard coverage in your policy, adjust amounts as needed and then consider extra coverage to plug big holes. Here’s how to do that.</p>\n<p>Choosing the Right Dwelling Coverage<br />\n“Dwelling” essentially means your house structure. The insurer will pay to rebuild the house if it’s destroyed, or make repairs, after problems such as fire, hail and lightning.<br />\nImportant to note: Rebuilding and repair costs are paid up to your coverage limit. If your dwelling was underinsured, you won’t receive enough insurance money to fully rebuild it.<br />\nStandard Dwelling Coverage<br />\nDwelling coverage should be based on the cost in your area to rebuild the house, based on local construction and materials costs. Unless you have a builder in the family, you can’t possibly know this number, but your home insurance company can provide an estimate.<br />\nDwelling coverage limits should be updated regularly, every year if needed, to reflect changing local labor and materials costs.<br />\nStandard homeowners insurance policies today will cover the house structure for any problem except damage that is specifically excluded. These exclusions are listed in the policy and generally include floods, earthquakes, nuclear hazards, mold and other issues.<br />\nBuying Better Dwelling Coverage<br />\nHaving sufficient dwelling coverage to rebuild your house is the foundation of a good homeowners insurance policy. But there are times when even the “right” amount of coverage can fall short. For example, after widespread disasters, especially, such as a tornado, the cost the materials and labor can shoot up due to demand. That’s where coverage that allows wiggle room is useful.<br />\nExtended replacement cost: Some (but not all) home insurance companies offer extended replacement cost. This feature can provide anywhere from 10% to 50%—or more—of extra coverage to absorb a cost spike. PURE, for example, provides an additional 100% for extended replacement coverage in its policies for high-value homes.<br />\nInsurers offering “extended replacement cost” include:</p>\n<p>Chubb<br />\nCOUNTRY Financial<br />\nErie Insurance<br />\nGrange Insurance<br />\nLemonade<br />\nPURE<br />\nQBE Insurance</p>\n<p>Guaranteed replacement cost coverage is even better because it pays to rebuild your house no matter how much building costs have gone up.<br />\nInsurers offering “guaranteed replacement cost” (and usually also extended replacement cost) include:</p>\n<p>Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Co.<br />\nAIG<br />\nCentral Mutual<br />\nCincinnati Insurance<br />\nErie Insurance<br />\nFarmers<br />\nThe Hanover<br />\nNationwide<br />\nPalisades Property &amp; Casualty<br />\nWest Bend Mutual Insurance</p>\n<p>Availability of extended and guaranteed replacement cost can vary by company, state, policy type and even by house type.<br />\nChoosing the Right Contents Coverage<br />\nYour contents coverage reimburses you for the contents of your home that are damaged or destroyed. This encompasses your furniture, decorations, clothes, electronics, toys and appliances.<br />\nReplacement Value for Better Protection<br />\nWhile some policies offer “actual cash value” coverage, you generally want to have “replacement cost” coverage. This reimburses you for the cost of buying new items, not the depreciated value of what was destroyed.<br />\nAdjusting Your Contents Coverage<br />\nMost home insurance policies will default to a percentage of the dwelling coverage to determine contents coverage. This default could be 50% of the dwelling insurance. If you had $300,000 in dwelling coverage, this would provide $150,000 for replacing belongings. You may find this insufficient when you consider all the furniture, rugs, clothes and other items you would want to replace.<br />\nYou can adjust your contents coverage upward to get better insurance protection.<br />\nTheft Limits<br />\nMany standard policies also limit theft coverage on certain items, such as jewelry, watches, precious and semiprecious stones, and silverware. For example, a standard home insurance policy typically limits theft of jewelry to $1,500 in coverage. To account for this, you can “schedule” expensive items in order to get full coverage.<br />\n“Open Peril” Coverage for Belongings<br />\nCommon home insurance policies cover damage to contents from 16 “perils,” which are listed in the policy. These perils include all the problems you’d expect, such as fire, lightning and explosions. But limiting coverage to 16 perils leaves you open to a potential gap in coverage.<br />\nInstead, buy a comprehensive policy that provides “open peril” or “all peril” coverage on your contents, for better protection.<br />\n“The comprehensive peril plan works in the customer’s favor,” says Bob Buckel, vice president of product management at Erie Insurance.<br />\nGetting Better Liability Insurance<br />\nHomeowners often focus their attention on coverage for their property within a home insurance policy. But just as important is your liability coverage.<br />\nLiability insurance pays lawsuit judgments and settlements against you if you’re sued over injuries or property damage accidentally caused by you, a family member or a pet. It also covers legal defense costs. For example, if someone sues you over a bite from your dog, liability insurance covers you.<br />\nA homeowners policy might default to only $100,000 in liability coverage. But if you face an expensive lawsuit, this amount is not adequate.<br />\n“We recommend having enough liability coverage to at least cover your assets,” says Buckel of Erie Insurance. “Therefore, let’s say [you have] a $200,000 house, a nice car, and some money in the bank, you may want to buy at least $300,000 in coverage to protect your assets.”<br />\nGetting ample liability coverage is easy by buying an umbrella insurance policy. Umbrella insurance provides extra liability coverage above both your homeowners and auto insurance policies. Because you can buy umbrella coverage worth millions of dollars, you can properly cover your net worth.<br />\nGetting Sufficient Loss of Use Coverage<br />\nIf you can’t live in your home while it’s being repaired due to a claim, loss of use coverage, also called additional living expenses coverage, will reimburse you for the extra costs of living elsewhere. It may reimburse you for loss of rent income if you rent a portion of the home.<br />\nThe default coverage for loss of use could be 20% of the dwelling coverage. When you think about the extra costs for a hotel and restaurants, that might not be enough. You can increase your loss of use coverage.<br />\nBetter Home Insurance At a Glance</p>\n<p>Coverage type<br />\nStandard<br />\nBetter</p>\n<p>Dwelling</p>\n<p>Replacement cost</p>\n<p>Extended or guaranteed replacement cost</p>\n<p>Contents</p>\n<p>-50% of the dwelling amount<br />\n-Coverage for 16 perils</p>\n<p>-Increased coverage if needed<br />\n-“All perils” coverage</p>\n<p>Jewelry, watches, silverware, etc.</p>\n<p>Limited theft coverage, no coverage for accidentally losing the item</p>\n<p>Scheduled personal property coverage for full value and accidental loss</p>\n<p>Liability</p>\n<p>As low as $100,000</p>\n<p>At least $300,000, plus an umbrella insurance policy</p>\n<p>Loss of use</p>\n<p>20% of dwelling coverage</p>\n<p>Increase coverage if desired</p>\n<p>Flood or earthquake insurance</p>\n<p>Not included</p>\n<p>Add if needed</p>\n<p>Natural Disasters Not Covered by Home Insurance<br />\nSome disasters require extra coverage, such as floods and earthquakes. Both of these are generally excluded from home insurance coverage.</p>\n<p>Flood insurance is available through FEMA and private flood insurance companies.<br />\nEarthquake insurance is offered by many home insurers. In California, many insurers offer policies from the California Earthquake Authority.<br />\nIn some coastal areas, such as coastal Texas, homeowners must buy windstorm coverage separately from home insurance.</p>\n<p>Additional Coverage You May Need<br />\nDepending on your situation, you may need additional coverage that’s not included in a standard policy. This can usually be done with add-ons and endorsements to your base policy.<br />\nHome business coverage. If you run a business out of your home, especially where customers come and go, you likely need business liability and business asset coverage. For example, if a customer is injured in your home office, you would need business liability insurance.<br />\nIdentity theft. It can be expensive to recover from identity theft or being hacked. Floyd Yager, senior vice president of product management at Allstate, notes that cybercrime and identity theft are common exclusions in a homeowners policy.<br />\n“If your identity is stolen and they take funds out of your bank account, your homeowners insurance policy will not cover the loss,” he says.<br />\nIdentity theft insurance is commonly available from home insurers. It reimburses you for money lost from these problems. For example, Allstate offers an identity theft endorsement that reimburses up to $25,000, for $30 annually (depending on the state).<br />\nMore Home Insurance Extras<br />\nHome insurance companies often offer a wide variety of endorsements to fill other coverage gaps. Depending on the company, you might be able to add on:</p>\n<p>Increased coverage for landscaping<br />\nService line coverage<br />\nIncreased coverage for ordinance or law (when rebuilding triggers the need to comply with a new law, such as new building codes)<br />\nInflation guard (keeps dwelling coverage up to date with the costs to rebuild)<br />\nBed bug coverage<br />\nHome day care coverage<br />\nHome systems breakdown coverage<br />\nWater backup and sump overflow</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(1812,686,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:50'),(1813,686,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(1814,686,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(1815,691,'_edit_lock','1597703703:1'),(1816,691,'_edit_last','1'),(1817,691,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(1818,691,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(1819,691,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(1820,691,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(1821,691,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(1822,691,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(1823,691,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(1824,691,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"691\" /]'),(1825,691,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(1826,691,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(1827,691,'_thumbnail_id',''),(1828,691,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(1829,691,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(1830,691,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(1831,691,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(1832,691,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(1833,698,'_edit_lock','1597704025:1'),(1834,698,'_edit_last','1'),(1835,698,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(1836,698,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(1837,698,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(1838,698,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(1839,701,'_wp_attached_file','2020/08/My-Post-3.png'),(1840,701,'_wp_attachment_metadata','a:5:{s:5:\"width\";i:720;s:6:\"height\";i:720;s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"2020/08/My-Post-3.png\";s:5:\"sizes\";a:8:{s:6:\"medium\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-300x300.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:300;s:6:\"height\";i:300;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:9:\"thumbnail\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-150x150.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:150;s:6:\"height\";i:150;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:21:\"et-pb-post-main-image\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-400x250.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:400;s:6:\"height\";i:250;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:31:\"et-pb-post-main-image-fullwidth\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-720x675.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:720;s:6:\"height\";i:675;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:21:\"et-pb-portfolio-image\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-400x284.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:400;s:6:\"height\";i:284;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:28:\"et-pb-portfolio-module-image\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-510x382.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:510;s:6:\"height\";i:382;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:35:\"et-pb-gallery-module-image-portrait\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-400x516.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:400;s:6:\"height\";i:516;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}s:30:\"et-pb-image--responsive--phone\";a:4:{s:4:\"file\";s:21:\"My-Post-3-480x480.png\";s:5:\"width\";i:480;s:6:\"height\";i:480;s:9:\"mime-type\";s:9:\"image/png\";}}s:10:\"image_meta\";a:12:{s:8:\"aperture\";s:1:\"0\";s:6:\"credit\";s:0:\"\";s:6:\"camera\";s:0:\"\";s:7:\"caption\";s:0:\"\";s:17:\"created_timestamp\";s:1:\"0\";s:9:\"copyright\";s:0:\"\";s:12:\"focal_length\";s:1:\"0\";s:3:\"iso\";s:1:\"0\";s:13:\"shutter_speed\";s:1:\"0\";s:5:\"title\";s:0:\"\";s:11:\"orientation\";s:1:\"0\";s:8:\"keywords\";a:0:{}}}'),(1841,698,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(1842,698,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(1843,698,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(1844,698,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"698\" /]'),(1845,698,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(1846,698,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(1847,698,'_thumbnail_id',''),(1848,698,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(1849,698,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_2 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">What to do if your house floods</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_5\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States. And climate change is projected to make the problem worse: Future floods are expected to be bigger and more frequent across the region.<br />\nNearby, property owners in New Jersey and Delaware face some of the highest risks in the nation for flooding over the next few decades, according to First Street Foundation. The nonprofit, focusing on flood risk research, says that&#8217;s thanks to rising temperatures in the atmosphere and oceans causing hurricanes to reach farther north.<br />\nIf your house floods, no matter when it happens, you can rest assured you&#8217;re not the only one dealing with this. Here&#8217;s what to do about it:<br />\nHere&#8217;s the reality: If you have one inch of water in your home, fixing the damage can cost about $27,000, says the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Flood insurance can help. Experts recommend buying flood insurance if you own a home, no matter where you live. More than 20% of flood claims come from properties outside high-risk flood zones, FEMA reports, and most homeowners and renters insurance doesn&#8217;t cover flood damage.<br />\nBut remember, it&#8217;s not just weather that causes flooding. Plumbing problems and clogged gutters can cause floods, too. But, the good news: Your homeowners insurance will take care of some of this. Most policies cover sudden water damage, like an unexpected broken pipe. The exception: Damage caused by lack of maintenance, like a slow leak that&#8217;s been trickling for weeks, isn&#8217;t typically covered.<br />\nDepending on the source and severity of the flood, you may need to relocate immediately and deal with the damage later. In the case of a natural disaster, try your best to contact local authorities, and seek out a temporary shelter if needed.<br />\nWhen it&#8217;s safe to return indoors, the City of Philadelphia&#8217;s Flood Guide says that your first step is turning off the electricity to the area that&#8217;s been flooded. If you can&#8217;t access your circuit breaker without walking through water, call an electrician. Until the electricity is turned off, the water could cause electrical shocks.<br />\nIf flooding is coming from a water source inside your own home, immediately locate your main water valve and turn it off.<br />\nPull out your smartphone or camera before diving into cleaning. If you have insurance, photos and videos will help support your claim when you file. Document both damage to the house and its contents. (If renting, call your landlord immediately.)<br />\nAmerican Red Cross has some additional details on what to document for an insurance claim.<br />\nSafety remains the priority here. Gear up with rubber boots and gloves before going into an area that&#8217;s been flooded. Floodwaters can carry sewage and other hazardous materials.<br />\nThe first step in the cleaning process: Eliminating any remaining standing water by pumping, mopping, and/or opening clogged drains.<br />\nWhen pumping out a flooded basement, do it in stages. You also want to wait until there&#8217;s no standing water left in the yard around your home. Pumping too early or too fast could cause structural damage to your home.<br />\nWhen you pump water out all at once, pressure from water-saturated soil on the outside of your home may cause your basement walls to collapse. The Red Cross recommends pumping about one-third of the water per day.<br />\nAfter cleaning up the water, it&#8217;s time to start cleaning everything else. Again, wear protective gear, and open any windows or doors to improve ventilation.<br />\nDepending on the situation, floodwater may be contaminated with sewage or other dangerous bacteria. Be prepared to toss a lot, and take breaks when you need them. It&#8217;s normal for this process to feel overwhelming, both physically and emotionally.<br />\nThrow away food, medicine, and drinks that may have come in contact with floodwater. This includes canned goods, plastic utensils, baby bottle nipples, and containers with food or liquid that has been sealed shut. &#8220;When in doubt, throw it out,&#8221; says the Red Cross.<br />\nAlso toss items that absorb water and can&#8217;t be disinfected, like mattresses, cosmetics, stuffed animals, baby toys, and paper products. If you&#8217;re filing an insurance claim, store everything temporarily outside your home. You want to hang on to damaged items until your claim is processed.<br />\nDispose of all wet ceiling tiles, wet insulation, baseboards, and drywall to a level roughly four feet above the flood water line, says the City&#8217;s Flood Guide. You may also need to rip up your carpet. You can try saving it by wet vacuuming and shampooing it, but if it isn&#8217;t able to dry completely, it needs to go.<br />\nThen it&#8217;s time to salvage what remains. Sanitize anything that was touched or may have been splashed by floodwater, including counters, cabinets, work surfaces, utensils, cookware, and toys. The City&#8217;s Flood Guide recommends using soap and water first, and then wiping down surfaces with a diluted bleach solution, made from one gallon of clean water mixed with 1/4 cup of bleach. Use the bleach to also wipe down wood and metal studs, twice over, before allowing them to air-dry.<br />\nIf a flooded area isn&#8217;t taken care of properly, it will haunt you long after you&#8217;re finished cleaning up. Mold can harm both your furnishings and your health.<br />\nMildew and mold develop within 24 to 48 hours of water exposure and will continue to grow until the source of moisture is eliminated, says FEMA.<br />\nThis makes it important to clean and dry the flooded area as soon as possible. It&#8217;s also one reason why you have to remove porous, slow-to-dry materials, like drywall, ceiling tiles, carpeting, and upholstery.<br />\nWhen finished cleaning, use fans and dehumidifiers to speed up drying times.<br />\nIf mold develops, deal with it immediately. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has advice for getting rid of it yourself. Depending on the severity, and whether or not you&#8217;re immunocompromised, you may need to hire a professional mold remediation service. The CDC advises that you also get your heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning system checked. 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You’re not alone. Studies show the brain’s volume peaks in your 20s and begins to decline after that, resulting in memory loss and other cognitive struggles.<br />\nThe good news is that by simply changing daily habits sooner than later, you can keep your mind sharp and lower the risk of dementia.<br />\n“Prioritizing your brain health at a younger age can have cumulative effects as you get older,” says Krystal Culler, founder of the consulting company Your Brain Health Matters and a senior fellow with the Global Brain Health Institute. “Engage in an active lifestyle that builds your brain’s cognitive reserve, which is stored up throughout your lifetime and includes continual lifelong learning, physical exercise, sleep, meditation, diet, socialization and volunteering, among other factors. Essentially, everything you do or don’t do can affect your brain. It’s neither too early nor too late to start a brain-healthy habit.”<br />\nThese cognitive pursuits promote healthy aging and may prevent or delay some diseases:<br />\nLet the games begin<br />\nThe card game of bridge is considered a cerebral sport because it teaches you logic, reasoning, quick thinking, patience, concentration and partnership skills.<br />\nA study at the University of California, Berkeley, found evidence that an area in the brain used in playing bridge stimulates the immune system. Researchers suggest that is because players must use memory and sequencing.<br />\nAccording to Joyce Mikal-Flynn, a nurse practitioner and neuroscience professor at Sacramento State University, “Board games, card games, crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles and matching games — all are creative and fun, which support brain health and wellness. Being fun brings forth more motivation to participate. And these activities are even better when engaging with others and being social. Interacting with others through teamwork is extremely helpful for brain health.” <br />\nYou can also add a twist to your games for  more memory improvement. For example, if you play Jenga, where you take turns removing a block from a tower while trying not to topple it, add a step where each player answers a trivia question or responds to someone in the group about a current event. <br />\nGet moving<br />\nResearch shows that physical activity for as little as 30 minutes several times a week can benefit the brain, and that people who are physically active are less likely to experience a decline in their mental function and have a lowered risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.<br />\nStaying active can also help your brain by keeping the blood flowing and increasing the chemicals that protect it. “Physical activity can build brain cells, improve memory and keep you sharp,” says Mikal-Flynn. “It can also reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes, which has been found to be an independent risk factor for dementia.” <br />\nFitness shouldn’t just be for the body. Establishing a mental fitness routine is equally important, says Culler. “Weekly brain engagement for a minimum of at least two hours, which is around 15 to 20 minutes per day, has benefits for aging adults.”<br />\nThe mental fitness exercise should be new, novel and challenging. For example, to gain additional benefits from reading, try a different section of the newspaper than you typically would or choose a new periodical. Read various sections out loud to activate different areas of your brain, and read with the intent to share the information with a friend. You will process the information differently, says Culler.<br />\nDestress<br />\nReducing stress is not only good for heart health but also brain health. The stress hormone cortisol can compromise the brain when stressors are chronic.<br />\nFor example, studies show that the hippocampus (a structure embedded deep in the temporal lobe that has a major role in learning and memory) is more likely to shrink if cortisol binds to it for long periods of time.<br />\nA brain-healthy way to lower stress is coloring. “Coloring increases the release of dopamine, a feel-good hormone, and removes your stress by taking your mind away from the difficult times,” says Olga Horvat, a color therapist and founder of Royal Dogs Gallery, which offers workshops and books on meditative coloring. <br />\nCuller also recommends setting aside time daily to “cool your brain,” and practice mindfulness. “Meditation is an excellent brain workout, and studies have found numerous benefits for the brain,” Culler adds. “If meditation is not a daily part of your routine, aim to add it in.” Start with a few minutes per day and then work your way up to longer 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et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Insurance For Landlords: Protecting Your Investment</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_1  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>A rental property is one of the largest investments you can make, and in order to make sure your property is as lucrative as possible, it’s important to protect your investment to the best of your ability. When establishing yourself as a real estate investor, it is critical to acquire the right insurance to protect your business, your property, yourself and your tenants. At first glance, the range of insurance options can seem exhausting, but each involved party needs to be covered by the appropriate policy to stay safe — physically, financially and legally.<br />\nHomeowners Insurance<br />\nMany landlords rely on their standard homeowners insurance to protect their rental properties, but typical homeowners coverage is usually not sufficient to protect your investment property. Homeowners insurance usually covers owner-occupied homes, while a landlord-specific insurance policy will cover liability and damages related to tenant-occupied homes.<br />\nDepending on your specific situation, homeowners insurance may be sufficient without needing to seek out landlord insurance. If you only plan to rent out your property on occasion — such as for a specific event or while you’re on vacation — your homeowners insurance may suffice. If you plan to rent out single rooms while you also occupy the property, homeowners insurance may also be enough. Coverage varies based on your insurance company and policy, so be sure to contact your provider before you start looking for tenants.<br />\nLandlord Insurance<br />\nIf you’re planning on renting out your investment property to tenants on a regular basis, you’ll need to look into landlord insurance coverage. Insurance policies designed specifically for landlords provide protection not only for your property, but added protection for financial loss and obligations associated with your rental property. Similar to homeowners insurance, landlord insurance will help cover the property itself and your liability when it comes to the tenants who live at the property.<br />\nDepending on the insurance company you choose and the options included in your policy, there are a variety of coverages that may be included. Personal property coverage can help protect belongings used to service the rental property if you choose to rent the space furnished, where legal fee coverage can help protect you if you need legal representation regarding a lease agreement with a tenant. Not every landlord will choose to include every available coverage option on their policy; it is up to you to decide how much you want to spend in order to manage costs for damage or liability associated with your investment property.<br />\nProperty Management Insurance<br />\nIf you plan to manage multiple rental properties as a business, your insurance needs will once again change. If you are involved professionally in renting residential real estate, managing rental properties for others or contracting services for rental property owners, you’ll likely need to look into property management insurance coverage. Property managers need to have insurance that covers their business, their clients, their tenants and the properties they manage. If you’re simply a real estate investor or private owner renting out your home, look toward landlord insurance instead of property management insurance.<br />\nRenters Insurance<br />\nWhile landlord insurance will protect many things regarding your rental property, it only protects the owner’s property and belongings, not your tenants’ personal possessions. It is good standard practice to require your tenants to have their own renters insurance policy, which is an affordable way for your tenants to protect themselves and their personal property. Encouraging (or requiring) your tenants to have renters insurance can save you time and money should any accidents, damage or theft occur at your property.<br />\nMany renters don’t understand the importance of renters insurance because they assume your landlord policy will protect them. In fact, over 90% of homeowners carry a homeowners insurance policy, but less than 50% of renters have renters insurance in place. Renters insurance is an amazing tool to give your tenants protection for their personal belongings, against liability charges and against medical charges, and it helps them cover the cost of any property damage that may take place.<br />\nEquipping yourself and your renters with the right insurance is one of the best things you can do as a landlord to protect your business, your property and your tenants.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2070,773,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2020-10-05 03:10:17'),(2071,773,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2072,773,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2073,779,'_edit_lock','1599691746:1'),(2074,779,'_edit_last','1'),(2075,779,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2076,779,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2077,779,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2078,779,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2079,779,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2080,779,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2081,779,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2082,779,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"779\" /]'),(2083,779,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2084,779,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2085,779,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2086,779,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2087,779,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2088,779,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2089,779,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2090,779,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2091,783,'_edit_lock','1599691967:1'),(2092,783,'_edit_last','1'),(2093,783,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2094,783,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2095,783,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2096,783,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2097,783,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2098,783,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2099,783,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2100,783,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"783\" /]'),(2101,783,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2102,783,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2103,783,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2104,783,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2105,783,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2106,783,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2107,783,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2108,783,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2109,794,'_edit_lock','1603324682:1'),(2110,794,'_edit_last','1'),(2111,794,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2112,794,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2113,794,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2114,794,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2115,794,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2116,794,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2117,794,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2118,794,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"794\" /]'),(2119,794,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2120,794,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2121,794,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2122,794,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2123,794,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2124,794,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2125,794,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2126,794,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2127,799,'_edit_lock','1603324680:1'),(2128,799,'_edit_last','1'),(2129,799,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2130,799,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2131,799,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2132,799,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2133,799,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2134,799,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2135,799,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2136,799,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"799\" /]'),(2137,799,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2138,799,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2139,799,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2140,799,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2141,799,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_1 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Homeowners Insurance Claims Do&#8217;s and Don&#8217;ts You Should Be Fully<br />\nAware Of</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Fact: Not all homeowners insurance policies are created equal. When it comes time to file a claim, many homeowners find that their policy covers only certain types of damage.</p>\n<p>&#8220;As a homeowner, you should thoroughly read your policy before you need it. Review your declarations page in order to fully understand what your policy covers and what your deductible will be for various types of losses,&#8221; says Raymond Plante, vice president of account services at Rainbow International Restoration.</p>\n<p>&#8220;This way, you aren&#8217;t hit with any unexpected surprises when you have to report a claim,&#8221; says Plante.</p>\n<p>When an unfortunate event happens (like a windstorm or a burglary), you&#8217;ll likely file a claim with your insurance company. But your life will be even more stressful if you make a mistake filing the claim or aren&#8217;t familiar with what your policy covers.<br />\nTo avoid any unexpected pitfalls, experts recommend that—in addition to knowing the ins and outs of your policy—you take certain steps to protect your property. Here are some insurance claims do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts for homeowners.<br />\nDo: Document everything<br />\nThere’s no such thing as overdocumenting when it comes to claims. Your smartphone can be a handy tool to document each and every detail.<br />\n“Take plenty of pictures and videos detailing the story of your claim, including various angles and distances capturing the origin of the loss and the resulting damage to your dwelling and its contents,” says Plante.<br />\nIt’s also a good idea to get organized and create a separate folder to keep all your documented items together.<br />\n“Equally important, document all related expenses, save all receipts related to temporary repairs, alternative living expenses, contractors, plumbers, electricians, etc.,” says Plante.<br />\nDon&#8217;t: Delay filing your insurance claim<br />\nWhen an incident causing damage happens, homeowners should report it immediately.<br />\nMost insurance policies don&#8217;t put a time limit on how long you have to file a claim. They simply require &#8220;timely reporting of property damage,&#8221; says Plante.<br />\nA good rule of thumb is to file within one year of the incident.<br />\n&#8220;Some policies state the homeowner may be held responsible for subsequent damages due to delayed reporting or failure to make reasonable temporary repairs to prevent further damage,” Plante says.<br />\nDo: Use professionals to help you navigate the claims process<br />\nWhen damage happens, there’s so much to do and take care of. But don’t go at it alone. Claims representatives can help walk you through the process.<br />\n“For example, the insurance adjuster, mitigation contractor, insurance experts, and building inspectors should all be able to get in contact with homeowners,” says Plante. These professionals can help you deal with the fine details.<br />\nThe claims process can be arduous, so you should prepare a list of questions to ask claims professionals. For example: “Does my home insurance cover temporary living expenses?” Or, “When will an adjuster come to my house?”<br />\nDon&#8217;t: Allow a generalist to do the job<br />\nWhen it comes time for repairs, the last thing you need is shoddy work from a self-proclaimed jack-of-all-trades, especially since your home may have more damage than you are even aware of.<br />\n“After a hailstorm, if you have damage to your window glass, you’ll also likely have damage to your roof,” says Larry Patterson, owner of Glass Doctor of North Texas. “Your insurance company may tell you they have one person who can fix both types of damage, but be wary of this.”<br />\nA jack-of-all-trades may know how to fix a window, but he likely won’t have the expertise of a roofing expert. Therefore, find experts that know what they&#8217;re doing, and will be covered by your insurance company. This might mean going back and forth with your policy holder to find qualified professionals, but it&#8217;ll be worth it in the long run.<br />\nDo: Ensure you receive a warranty<br />\nGetting your home repaired after unforeseen disaster can put your family at ease and get your life back on track. But you’ll want to make sure that a repair job on your home comes with a warranty.<br />\nFor example, if your home has a lot of window glass damage, make sure you receive a warranty for your glass repair services.<br />\n“A strong warranty against seal failure, for example, will ensure you don’t have to pay to have the work completed again in a few years when your insurance company isn’t paying for it,” says Patterson.<br />\nDon&#8217;t: Pay a contractor in full before the work is completed<br />\nYour insurance company will be paying for some, or all, of the repairs. Yes, the money won&#8217;t be coming out of your pocket, but that doesn&#8217;t mean the insurance company should pay for a job half-done. Be careful not to pay in full or sign on the dotted line before work is actually done to your home. 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Sadly, “I’m entitled to a salary,” is a popular belief that just doesn’t jibe with reality.<br />\nOf course, I’m not speaking to a Martha, I’m speaking to a sophisticated achiever who knows that your rewards are not tied to how many hours or years you sit in a cubicle.<br />\nThe success metric is: Are you effective?<br />\nIf you can answer, “Yes,” you’ll enjoy job security for life, in any economy, and I’ll wish you well as you sip cognac on your veranda overlooking your 50-acre private island in Fiji.<br />\nBut if you can’t, here’s how you can make yourself more indestructible.<br />\n1. See yourself as a business.<br />\n“There is no real security except for whatever you build inside yourself.” —Gilda Radner<br />\nWhether you own a business or not, you are already an entrepreneur, so start seeing yourself as the CEO of your own personal services corporation.<br />\nWhether you are flipping burgers or leading a 100-person product development team for a tech giant, each day you go to work, you are selling a service to your client (your boss) who determines your level of compensation.<br />\n“See yourself as an independent contractor selling your services back into your company on an hourly rate,” says self-help giant Brian Tracy. “See your current employer as your best client, at the moment.”<br />\nA company that doesn’t make the client happy will be out of business fast. So how do you ensure that, as the leader of your company, you become a purveyor of happiness?<br />\nYou do that by delivering massive value.<br />\n2. Know how to create value.<br />\n“The only true security in life comes from knowing that every single day you are improving yourself… that you are valuable to your company, your friends, and your family.” —Tony Robbins<br />\nSomewhere in high school, between the cafeteria and report cards, we’re handed this neatly packaged worldview that, if you just work hard enough, you can get all that you want in life.<br />\nBut if that were true, high school dropouts working three minimum wage jobs would be as comfortable as CEOs, and all startups would IPO if the founders just work 90-hour weeks.<br />\nThe reality is that you and I are rewarded for the value we create, whether that’s inventing a life-saving medication, or a more perfect fidget spinner.<br />\nWhen you understand how to create value, you’ll be indispensable no matter who signs your paycheck. This means understanding what people value (remember: it’s not always what you value), so start by asking a lot of questions.<br />\nIf your audience is your ideal client, put out a survey, or conduct user interviews. If it’s your boss, ask what is her No. 1 goal?<br />\nIn either case, you won’t always get a straight answer—people are notoriously bad at articulating their true desires—so continue to observe like a scientist in the field.<br />\nHere’s a hint: Above all, every human wants to feel a certain emotion—love, respect, security—so maybe your client wants to write a book not for the money, but to feel heard? Maybe your boss’s primary motivation is to coast into retirement, and not to change the world?<br />\n3. Be a leader in all that you do.<br />\n“Initiative is doing the right thing without being told.” – Victor Hugo<br />\nToo many employees wait for instructions. We all know that person who performed all their duties to the letter, but was laid off anyway. Nine times out of 10 this is because no boss wants to constantly micromanage their staff; they want people who will get busy without a prod.<br />\nInitiative is the domain of the leader. You may be saying to yourself, “But I’m not a leader, nobody has given me that responsibility!” Leadership isn’t a title, silly. It’s a mindset and a choice—to step up, even if that stairway leads outside your job description.<br />\nMaybe you work in a mailroom and see a way to improve a process, or in a cubicle and see a way for the company to go paperless. The leader comes to the boss with solutions. A follower doesn’t even see the opportunities. Which type of person do you think is more protected from layoffs?<br />\n4. Build relationships. (Forget “networking.”)<br />\n“Leave every single person who intersects your path better, happier, and more engaged than you found them.” —Robin Sharma<br />\nAs much as we value the brilliance of the individual, it’s only through relationships that we thrive. Nobody builds a fortune from their hermit cave; even remote workers need to play with the other kids from time to time.<br />\nAs many achievers will tell you, your network is your net worth.<br />\nBut there are two opposing approaches to creating a safety net of supporting connections around you. The first is a dirty word called networking. It involves going to “networking events” where the attendees spend as little time as possible with as many people as they can, and the winner is the one who hands out the most business cards. (I’m dramatizing, but you see the point.)<br />\nNetworkers enter a room with the attitude, “What can I get from these people?”<br />\nThe superior approach is to create a network based on relationships—fewer, but deeper connections; quality over quantity. Relationship builders approach interactions asking, “What can I give?”<br />\nDoes this sound almost like how friendships develop? Bingo. If you choose to work with people you enjoy, your work will feel less like work and more like enjoying the company of friends. Take care to develop true friendships, not just collect business cards.<br />\n5. Do just 5% more than expected.<br />\n“There are no traffic jams on the extra mile.” –Zig Ziglar<br />\nWe love people who give us more than we expect. Bosses raise both eyebrows when a project is finished early and under budget. Customers gush to their friends about that above-and-beyond service. And your romantic partner will never forget that day you planned the scavenger hunt that ended with a surprise dinner at your favorite restaurant surrounded by best friends.<br />\nYou could have just followed the job description, stuck to the refund policy, or microwaved some pizza pockets for your soulmate. But nobody remembers the times you do what’s expected, because that’s the standard that most of us adopt: “good enough.”<br />\nThat’s why it’s so easy to go the extra mile—hardly anybody is driving on that freshly paved, six-lane highway! This need not mean doing more than everyone else; that kind of one-upmanship is a race to burnout.<br />\nSimply rise beyond your own limits. That doesn’t mean doubling your exertions to be outstanding; an extra 5% effort can often generate rave reviews. What does that look like?<br />\nMaybe at home you do the dishes… AND clean out the toaster. At work you finish that research your boss asked for… AND tack on a page of analysis that shows how you can save $50k a year. With your customers, you might register them for the seminar but also throw in six free coaching sessions plus your book.<br />\nWhen you do more than expected, you get a reputation for delivering more value than you are paid to. Your own value rises in turn, and you become that much harder to fire.<br />\n6. Be the smartest person in the room… about just one thing.<br />\n“The only real security that a man can have in this world is a reserve of knowledge, experience and ability.” —Henry Ford<br />\nDo you try to be best at everything at work? The best salesperson and marketer and coder and writer? If that’s your strategy, all your work will be mediocre.<br />\nThere’s nothing wrong with being a jack-of-all-trades (this is a badge that most entrepreneurial-minded folks wear proudly), but there is also power in specialization.<br />\nAsk how you can become a critical linchpin to the organization. How can you collect the knowledge, create the relationships or generate the ideas that none of your colleagues can, at least in one area?<br />\nDo you work in the marketing department and notice that your email campaigns are opened as often as a can of anchovies? Then take an email marketing course and bring new info and solutions—which none of your colleagues have—to the next team meeting.<br />\nYou don’t need to demonstrate 5 out of 5-star performance in all areas of your job description. If you have just one quality that your boss or customer highly values, and can’t live without, then how can they ever let you get away?<br />\n7. Flaunt your good works.<br />\n“Leaders are not modest… these qualities and behaviors are useful for getting hired, achieving promotions, keeping one’s job, and obtaining a higher salary.” —Jeffrey Pfeffer<br />\nThe Western World’s prevailing ethics teaches us that a good deed done is all the sweeter if you downplay it. “Set the table without your parents asking you,” is the one piece of priestly advice that stuck in my brain after Catholic school.<br />\nBetter still if nobody but you knows about it. We get that warm, fuzzy feeling from anecdotes about kind strangers paying for the coffee of the person behind them in the drive-thru.<br />\nThere’s nothing wrong with anonymous generosity, but the benefits multiply if you let people know about your actions. It not only inspires others to do good deeds, but shows people your true character.<br />\nThis is invaluable at work, where job security is on the line. Too many employees do excellent work that goes completely unnoticed, or is taken for granted. If you want to keep your job or your customers, you need to justify your existence from time to time.<br />\nThis doesn’t mean constantly tooting your horn with tales of your heroic deeds; too much self-promotion feels gross and will backfire.<br />\nBut DO drop a subtle and well-timed piece of information here and there with the people that control your fate—your boss, for example. Want to be uber-subtle? Share the information through a third party, like your boss’s assistant, who you know will pass along the message.<br />\n8. Love change. (It’s exciting!)<br />\n“Security is mostly a superstition…. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure.” —Helen Keller<br />\nHere’s a juicy paradox for you: Those who are least attached to security have it in abundance. That’s because the truly “secure ones” are flexible in their methods for creating wealth and abundance.<br />\nA fixed mindset individual will see only one way to make a living right now: to hang on for dear life to their existing job, with the strategy likely to be: work harder. But no matter how vigorously you rearrange the deck chairs on the Titanic, that thing still might sink.<br />\nEconomies tank. Industries change and companies fold. Hanging onto the dream that manufacturing is coming back to your city, or the restaurant will be full again by Christmas, or people really do want to drive to a video store to rent a DVD on which they can eventually pay a late fee, can be catastrophic.<br />\nHoping for all to stay the same, including the job you so fear losing, is futile. Change is coming, so you might as well learn to love it.<br />\n“You are already naked,” said Steve Jobs. Learn to love change and embrace the roiling tides. Without change there would be no new life, no growth, no opportunities, no surprises and no excitement in your life.<br />\nThe Future Belongs to the Freelancer<br />\nEven before COVID, the idea of one company guaranteeing you employment for life was a fantasy.<br />\nManufacturing has already fled “South,” automation eliminates $80k per year positions, and disruptive startups restructure entire industries while you sleep. 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It generally means having enough savings, investments, and cash on hand to afford the lifestyle we want for ourselves and our families—and a growing nest egg that will allow us to retire or pursue the career we want without being driven by earning a certain amount each year.</p>\n<p>Unfortunately, too many of us fail to achieve it. We are burdened with increasing debt, financial emergencies, profligate spending, and other issues that thwart us from reaching our goals. And we encounter unexpected events, such as the pandemic, that overturn our plans and reveal holes in the safety nets we tried to weave for ourselves and our families.</p>\n<p>Trouble happens to nearly everyone, but these 12 habits can put you on the right path.</p>\n<p>1. Set Life Goals<br />\nWhat is financial freedom to you? A general desire for it is too vague a goal, so get specific. Write down how much you should have in your bank account, what the lifestyle entails, and at what age this should be achieved. The more specific your goals, the higher the likelihood of achieving them.</p>\n<p>Next, count backward to your current age and establish financial mileposts at regular intervals. Write it all down neatly and put the goal sheet at the very beginning of your financial binder.<br />\n2. Make a Budget<br />\nMaking a monthly household budget—and sticking to it—is the best way to guarantee that all bills are paid and savings are on track. It’s also a regular routine that reinforces your goals and bolsters resolve against the temptation to splurge.</p>\n<p>3. Pay Off Credit Cards in Full<br />\nCredit cards and similar high-interest consumer loans are toxic to wealth-building. Make it a point to pay off the full balance each month. Student loans, mortgages, and similar loans typically have much lower interest rates; paying them off is not an emergency. Paying on time is and will build a good credit rating.</p>\n<p>4. Create Automatic Savings<br />\nPay yourself first. Enroll in your employer’s retirement plan and make full use of any matching contribution benefit. It’s also wise to have an automatic withdrawal for an emergency fund, which can be tapped for unexpected expenses, and an automatic contribution to a brokerage account or something similar.</p>\n<p>Ideally, the money should be pulled the same day you receive your paycheck, so it never even touches your hands, avoiding temptation entirely. However, keep in mind that the recommended amount to save is highly debated. In some cases the feasibility of such a fund can be a question.</p>\n<p>5. Start Investing Now<br />\nBad stock markets can make people question this, but historically there has been no better way to grow your money than through investing. The magic of compound interest will help it increase exponentially over time, but you need a lot of time to achieve meaningful growth. Don’t try to be a stock picker or trick yourself into thinking you can be the next Warren Buffett. There can only be one.</p>\n<p>Instead, open an online brokerage account that makes it easy for you to learn how to invest, create a manageable portfolio, and make weekly or monthly contributions to it automatically. We’ve ranked the best online brokers for beginners to help you get started.</p>\n<p>6. Watch Your Credit<br />\nYour credit score determines what interest rate you are offered when buying a new car or refinancing a home. It also impacts seemingly unrelated things, such as car insurance and life insurance premiums.</p>\n<p>The reasoning is that someone with reckless financial habits is also likely to be reckless in other aspects of life, such as driving and drinking. This is why it’s important to get a credit report at regular intervals to make sure that there are no erroneous black marks ruining your good name.</p>\n<p>7. Negotiate<br />\nMany Americans are hesitant to negotiate for goods and services, worrying that it makes them seem cheap. 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et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">What impacts the cost of motorcycle insurance?</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Here’s what affects your price for motorcycle insurance<br />\n <br />\nLocation<br />\nWe know you live to ride, but did you know that where your ride lives greatly impacts your insurance rate? Riders in colder states with shortened riding seasons usually have fewer accidents and insurance claims. That means lower rates. Conversely, you’re likely to pay more for motorcycle insurance in warmer states, where more opportunities to ride lead to more accidents and claims.</p>\n<p>Age and riding experience<br />\nGenerally, your rate will decrease as you get old older, until you reach your 70s. Teenage riders pose the biggest risk for insurers, and will typically pay higher rates. But your age won’t always tell the whole story. If you’re an inexperienced motorcycle rider, you may pay a higher rate than a much younger rider with more experience. For example, a 35-year-old who just started riding may pay more than a 23-year-old with five years of riding experience.</p>\n<p>Vehicle usage<br />\nIf you ride to and from work, you’ll usually pay more than a casual weekend rider. Using your bike for business purposes may make you ineligible for a personal motorcycle policy and require a business policy.<br />\nAt many insurers, annual mileage may also impact how your rate is calculated. The more you ride, the higher your rate.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Speeding and traffic tickets<br />\nA speeding ticket on your motor vehicle report will likely increase your price for motorcycle insurance, whether the violation happened in your car or on your bike. In most states, violations will usually fall off your driving record after three years and your insurer will no longer charge you for it.</p>\n<p>Accident and claim history<br />\nAny auto or motorcycle accident on your motor vehicle or claims history will likely increase your motorcycle insurance rate. At-fault accidents will generally be costlier than not-at-fault accidents, and most claims will negatively affect your insurance price.</p>\n<p>Type of bike<br />\nWhen comparing motorcycles in the same class, the model with the bigger engine will usually cost more to insure. A high-performance bike has a greater risk for an accident than a touring model.</p>\n<p>Coverage selection<br />\nAdding comprehensive and collision will cost you more than the state minimum liability coverage. While a liability-only policy will cost the least, it won’t protect your bike from physical damage. <br />\nThe higher your deductible, the more of the repair or claim cost you’ll have to take on. That means your out-of-pocket costs will be higher at the time of the accident, but you’ll have a lower overall rate and vice versa.<br />\nJust get a quote to see exactly how customizing your coverages impacts your rate.</p>\n<p>Credit<br />\nMany motorcycle insurers check credit, so a better credit rating can add up to money saved on insurance. Remember, getting a quote will never affect your credit score.</p>\n<p>Motorcycle endorsement<br />\nA motorcycle endorsement is simply a driver’s license for motorcyclists. While not required in every state, having one will bring down your cost for insurance. </p>\n<p>Harley-Davidson® Owners Group<br />\nIf you’re a HOG association member and have at least one Harley-Davidson on your motorcycle policy, you’ll earn a discount in 42 states.</p>\n<p>Multi-policy<br />\nIf you already have an auto, home, boat, or RV policy with us, you’ll enjoy a multi-policy discount on your motorcycle policy.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2533,929,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:03:13'),(2534,929,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2535,929,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2536,937,'_edit_lock','1606516305:1'),(2537,937,'_edit_last','1'),(2538,937,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2539,937,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2540,937,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2541,937,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2542,937,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2543,937,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2544,937,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2545,937,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"937\" /]'),(2546,937,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2547,937,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2548,937,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2549,937,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2550,937,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2551,937,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2552,937,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2553,937,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2554,943,'_edit_lock','1606517657:1'),(2555,943,'_edit_last','1'),(2556,943,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2557,943,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2558,943,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2559,943,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2560,943,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2561,943,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2562,943,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2563,943,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"943\" /]'),(2564,943,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2565,943,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2566,943,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2567,943,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2568,943,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Contents Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_1  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>According to the FBI, in 2018, property worth more than $16 billion dollars was reported stolen. Many people remain under the misconception that their homeowners policy provides coverage for all the personal belongings in their homes regardless of the type of property. <br />\nThat’s not entirely true, though. And every year, many policyholders learn this the hard way when their valuable personal property is damaged or stolen.<br />\nMoreover, many homeowners and renters don’t carry enough personal property insurance, also called contents insurance, on some of their most valuable possessions.<br />\nIt is important for homeowners and renters alike to obtain and maintain the correct type and amount of contents insurance to ensure that their valuables will be replaced after a loss.  </p>\n<p>The Basics of Personal Property Coverage<br />\nThe personal property insurance section of homeowners and renters policies has two very distinct coverage gaps that every policyholder should understand and address to make certain their property is covered sufficiently:</p>\n<p>Valuation: Your insurance policy has a valuation clause regarding how it determines the value of your personal property at the time of a loss, and there are two methods for doing this. You decide which method should be used when the quote is calculated and the application completed. One method is actual cash value, which is calculated by using the purchase price minus depreciation. The other and more popular method is calculated by establishing replacement cost, or the cost to get the item new, and using that amount for reimbursement. With both methods, the deductible you select on the application is subtracted from claim payments.<br />\nSublimits: Homeowners insurance companies have determined that some categories of personal property are much riskier than others, and as a result, they have established sublimits for payment in those cases:</p>\n<p>Most homeowners and renters policies allow policyholders to increase the limits on some or all of these categories with endorsements and additional premiums. <br />\nPolicyholders may also elect to &#8220;schedule&#8221; any items whose value exceeds the sublimits assigned to their category. This is also done with endorsements and paying additional premiums.<br />\nFinding that you have coverage gaps after a claim can be financially devastating. You can prevent this from happening by asking questions during the quote and application process.</p>\n<p>Should Renters Also Get Personal Property Coverage?<br />\nYour landlord’s insurance will not cover your belongings if the structure in which you’re renting burns to the ground. If your rental is burglarized and your personal property stolen, your landlord’s contents insurance will not cover that either.<br />\nIn fact, your landlord’s insurance will only cover losses related to the structure. If you haven’t purchased contents insurance for the apartment, condo, or home you are renting, you will have to pay out of pocket to replace your property.<br />\nThe loss of use coverage in a rental policy also has an effect on your personal belongings. If your apartment was unlivable because of a fire, your loss of use coverage would reimburse you for the additional expense of a temporary rental while your apartment or home is under repair. This would include temporary storage expenses for your belongings.<br />\nThe bottom line for renters and homeowners is basically the same regarding contents. In order to get the right amount of coverage for your personal belongings, speak with your insurance agent and consider every coverage and whether it provides the appropriate protection specific to your needs.<br />\nThe decision on whether to base your personal property coverage on replacement cost or actual cash value is always made at the time of application. If you prefer to have claims resolved in a way that allows you to replace your contents on a new-for-old basis, then replacement cost should be your choice. <br />\nIf you are not as concerned about your contents, and only expect the cash value for them at the time of a loss (depreciated value), then you should choose actual cash value coverage and save a little money on your insurance premium.<br />\nIf you prefer to have claims resolved in a way that allows you to replace your contents on a new-for-old basis, then replacement cost should be your choice. </p>\n<p>Getting the Right Amount of Personal Property Insurance<br />\nWhen it comes to your personal property insurance, you decide the amount of coverage you need under your homeowners or renters insurance. <br />\nMany agents have access to software that calculates personal property replacement cost based on national averages that take into consideration the rooms in your home or apartment, but do not consider things like expensive jewelry, furs, firearms, or artwork. <br />\nIf you do not keep any of these valuable items in your home or apartment, then the national average amount will probably suffice or be somewhat higher than your actual needs. If you have valuable items that are subject to sublimits in your policy, then you will need to discuss additional coverages with your agent.<br />\nYour responsibility as the applicant is to provide your agent with the value of the items you own (appraisals may be required) and to make certain they are insured appropriately by scheduling the property on your policy or purchasing a personal articles floater. <br />\nYour agent will help you decide which type of endorsement best meets your needs and the associated premium that will be charged for the additional contents insurance coverage. <br />\nIt is important to note that this property is insured at &#8220;stated value&#8221; rather than replacement cost, and the deductible that applies is typically lower than your policy&#8217;s regular deductible.<br />\nNamed-risk coverage vs. all-risk coverage: Depending on the type of policy being considered, your personal property will be insured for named perils (named-risk) or all perils (all-risk). A typical homeowners policy is written on a special policy form, called an HO-3 form, which provides contents insurance coverage on a named-risk basis. <br />\nThis means that 16 perils are covered. Many agents offer an HO-8 form, which is typically designed for newer homes that are protected by alarm systems and located in gated communities. This type of policy insures your contents on an all-risk basis. <br />\nThis means that your property is covered for every peril unless it is excluded in the policy. The exclusions are usually applied because another type of policy, such as flood or earthquake, provides coverage for the excluded peril.<br />\nUnscheduled property floater: An unscheduled property floater is a way to provide additional insurance on categories of personal contents on a broad basis. <br />\nInstead of separately listing each firearm in a collection and the amount of insurance required, the policy provides coverage for the firearm category and assigns a limit the company is willing to accept. The additional premium for this type of floater is typically much lower than a scheduled property floater.<br />\nScheduled property floater: A scheduled property floater provides a specific amount of coverage for specific items. You might list items such as these:</p>\n<p>One man&#8217;s watch: Rolex Model XYZ – appraised value $18,000<br />\nOne woman&#8217;s wedding ring: 2 ct diamond in 18 ct gold band – appraised value $6,000<br />\nOne antique 16-gauge shotgun: Remington – appraised value $8,000</p>\n<p>With a scheduled property floater, the policyholder insures by item rather than by category and the insurance company agrees to accept limits based on the appraisals. Although a higher premium is charged, a scheduled property floater will pay the limits on a per-item basis rather than a per-category basis.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2569,943,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:03:13'),(2570,943,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2571,943,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2593,959,'_edit_lock','1606521338:1'),(2594,959,'_edit_last','1'),(2595,959,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2596,959,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2597,959,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2598,959,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2599,959,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2600,959,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2601,959,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2602,959,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"959\" /]'),(2603,959,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2604,959,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2605,959,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2606,959,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2607,959,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Computer Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_1  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Computers are part of our daily lives, and most of us depend on at least one home computer. When a computer hasn’t been out of the box for long and something causes it to crash completely, what recourse do you have? What happens when you check the fine print on your computer warranty and find that the loss of data is not covered?<br />\nUnlike manufacturer&#8217;s warranties, computer insurance provides coverage for loss or damage of data, in addition to theft, loss, vandalism, and accidental damage.<br />\nComputers and laptops are often among our most expensive personal possessions. In addition to the initial purchase cost of a computer, you typically spend a significant amount on purchasing software, peripherals, and downloads. <br />\nAdditionally, the data you store on your computer can be invaluable, and the cost associated with loss of data can be difficult to estimate.<br />\nAccidental damage can leave a computer unfit for use. A coffee spill or water leak in your home can cause significant damage to your machine. <br />\nFire, lightning, and severe weather can also put your home computers, laptops, and stored data in jeopardy. A short circuit or high-voltage current can result in a fire or irrecoverable damage. <br />\nFinally, one of the greatest concerns for computer and laptop owners is the risk of theft.</p>\n<p>What Does My Manufacturer&#8217;s Warranty Cover?<br />\nMost laptop or computer warranties provide spare parts or cover the labor costs for repairs. However, these warranties only come into play if the laptop has hardware issues due to manufacturing defects. <br />\nTherefore, your computer’s warranty will cover problems with the internal components of a computer, but not your keyboard, monitor, peripherals, or software.<br />\nWarranties do not apply to hardware damage or defects arising from rough use. Some warranties become null and void if the user opens the computer and breaks a seal. The standard period for a warranty is usually one year.<br />\nWarranties do not apply to loss of data, malfunctioning of the system arising from its use, and other risks like theft or accidental damage. <br />\nThese warranties do not cover software issues either, regardless of whether they came with the system or you installed them later. Manufacturers may provide the following types of warranties:<br />\nInternational coverage: Providing a limited coverage, this warranty can be useful for people who often travel.<br />\nExtended coverage: This warranty extends the manufacturer&#8217;s warranty coverage for your computer or laptop. The duration of this warranty is between one and three years. Some versions also cover power surges, breakages, and liquid spills.<br />\nWhen you buy a computer, it can be worthwhile to check the manufacturer&#8217;s warranty to determine:</p>\n<p>How to return a damaged laptop<br />\nThe availability of telephone or email support<br />\nThe process of completing repairs<br />\nWhether repair parts will be new, used, or refurbished</p>\n<p>Does My Homeowners Policy Cover My Computer?<br />\nA homeowners policy typically will provide some coverage for your computer or laptop. The amount of compensation you receive after a loss will depend on whether you have specifically listed your computer on your policy, the amount of personal property insurance you buy, your deductibles, and other factors.<br />\nAnother thing to consider is whether you carry actual cash value coverage or replacement value coverage. Actual cash value coverage will compensate you for the depreciated value of the computer, not the cost of a replacement.<br />\nYour homeowners policy may cover loss or damage to your computer if it is caused by a covered risk, such as lightning or a resulting power surge. <br />\nHowever, the policy will most likely have some coverage limits applicable to expensive electronics like computers. It is important to note that your homeowners policy will not cover any computer malfunctioning.<br />\nIf one of your dependents is away at college and has a home computer on campus, your homeowners policy will typically cover that computer. Most policies offer the same limits that apply in your home, but they do limit the coverage to a percentage of the total loss. </p>\n<p>How Can Having Computer or Laptop Insurance Benefit Me?<br />\nWhile homeowners or renters insurance may cover damage to your computer up to a limit, having computer insurance has its own benefits. Most policies provide laptop theft insurance or computer theft insurance. However, with computers becoming increasingly mobile and portable, laptop insurance is a good idea today.<br />\nAlthough most computer insurance policies provide coverage for a variety of risks, data insurance is not one of them. Determining the value of data is not easy and data recovery is not always possible. <br />\nSome insurers do offer coverage for loss of data, but make sure you know under what circumstances, and how data is covered before you purchase a policy.<br />\nOther risks that even specialized computer insurance policies do not cover include:</p>\n<p>Corrosion or rust<br />\nDamage arising from environmental causes such as dust, heat, or humidity<br />\nIllegal acts<br />\nWar<br />\nPest and rodent damage</p>\n<p>Finding the Right Computer Insurance for Your Needs<br />\nOne option you need to consider is whether you want basic coverage or extended coverage. Ask yourself these questions to get a better idea of what you need:</p>\n<p>How do you use your computer or laptop — for personal use or for business purposes?<br />\nHow much did you pay for your computer?<br />\nHow often do you use it?<br />\nHow often do you travel with your laptop or computer?</p>\n<p>If you travel frequently with your computer or laptop and it is an expensive model, buying extended coverage can be beneficial. Your agent can give you a computer insurance quote that takes into account:</p>\n<p>The cost of insuring your laptop if it gets lost<br />\nThe likelihood of damage due to an insured risk</p>\n<p>Thus, if you experience a loss, the insurer will either pay an amount equal to the value of the computer, or compensate you for the market value if the damage cannot be repaired.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2608,959,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:50'),(2609,959,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2610,959,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2611,967,'_edit_lock','1606521772:1'),(2612,967,'_edit_last','1'),(2613,967,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2614,967,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2615,967,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2616,967,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2617,967,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2618,967,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2619,967,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2620,967,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"967\" /]'),(2621,967,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2622,967,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2623,967,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2624,967,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2625,967,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_4 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_8\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_8  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_8  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Why Antiques May Not Be Covered in Your Home Policy</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_9\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_9  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_9  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Almost everyone has a special collection, whether it&#8217;s a collection of antiques, coins, art, figurines, dolls, collector cars, or fine wine. It’s hard to imagine anything happening to your treasured belongings. Antiques and collectibles insurance provides coverage for those hard-to-replace belongings in your home. </p>\n<p>Loss Scenarios: When You Need Collectible Insurance<br />\nIf you have questions about antiques and collectibles insurance and why it can be necessary to protect your items, it might be helpful to you to consider some scenarios that would make collectible insurance valuable to have. Here are just a few to consider:</p>\n<p>A heat wave or other event damages your wine collection<br />\nYour figurine collection is broken when a shelf collapses<br />\nBroken water pipes destroy your collection of antique furniture<br />\nA home fire destroys your collection of autographed sports memorabilia<br />\nYou lose your collection of fine art in a burglary</p>\n<p>These are examples of worst-case scenarios that could cause your prized possessions to be destroyed. Because these items have high dollar values and mean so much to you and your family, protecting your investment in antiques and collectibles with specific insurance can provide peace of mind.</p>\n<p>Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Antiques and Collectibles?<br />\nA common misconception is that homeowners insurance provides coverage for all high value items in the home, including antiques, collectibles, and family heirlooms. <br />\nWhile some policies may cover your antiques, the amount of coverage is typically very limited and may not be enough to cover the replacement of your expensive possessions after a loss.<br />\nHomeowners policies typically cover up to a set limit for many specific categories of items. For example, your policy may cover a loss of up to $2,500 for your art, collectibles, and antiques.<br />\nIf you determine that you need additional, specific coverage for antiques and collectibles, there are typically two methods:</p>\n<p>Work with your agent to add an “endorsement” (also called a rider) to your existing homeowners insurance policy for any items of value that otherwise won&#8217;t be covered for their full value by your home policy.<br />\nBuy a separate &#8220;insurance floater&#8221; for each of your most treasured items or collections.</p>\n<p>Consult with your agent about the best approach for you based on the value of the items you need to cover, and a cost comparison of a rider vs. a separate insurance floater.</p>\n<p>Antiques and Collectibles: Do You Know What You Have?<br />\nSurprisingly, many collectors are unsure how many antiques they have or whether they have great value. In your search for the best antiques and collectibles insurance, you’ll want to identify each item in your collection. Be sure to include any item you would want to replace if it is destroyed or stolen.<br />\nHow much insurance you’ll need depends on the size of your collection and what that collection includes. Many times, getting the appropriate coverage for your antiques and collectibles requires an appraisal of your collection. <br />\nThe appraised value of a collection can sometimes be two to three times more than the fair market value. An appraisal is beneficial to help ensure that you have a written valuation of your collection and documentation in the event that you need to file a claim.<br />\nYou’ll want to carefully compare coverage options in order to select a plan that suits you.</p>\n<p>How Much Are My Antiques and Collectibles Worth?<br />\nIf you’re unsure what your collection is worth, you’re not alone. Many people collect special items for years, never realizing that those items are increasing in value over time. <br />\nIf you take the time to create a list of your antiques and collectibles, your appraiser can more easily determine their worth so you can get the insurance protection you need.<br />\nPossessions have different types of values for different purposes. These include:</p>\n<p>Retail value: The price the item currently sells for in an antique shop.<br />\nWholesale value: The price a dealer pays for the piece, which is often up to 50% less than its retail value.<br />\nFair market value: The selling price agreed upon by the seller and buyer.<br />\nInsurance value: The highest monetary value given to the item if it needs to be replaced.<br />\nTax or estate value: The average price paid for the same, or similar, piece at an auction.<br />\nAuction value: The price the item would cost if neither the seller nor buyer were in a position of forced sale. This is also known as the “open market price.”</p>\n<p>Knowing the value of your collectibles is just as important whether you have plans to sell, or you want to be certain it is properly insured.</p>\n<p>Determine the Best Collectible Insurance for You<br />\nThough you likely realize that protecting your antiques and collectibles with insurance is important, you may still feel overwhelmed by the process of finding the right coverage.<br />\nIn the end, collecting several rate quotes is the most important step you can take to make sure you&#8217;re getting the best coverage at a competitive price. It&#8217;s highly recommended that you get at least three rate quotes on similar coverage before you buy. <br />\nFurthermore, it&#8217;s a good idea to check the insurance company&#8217;s financial strength rating through an agency. Best to make sure you&#8217;re working with a reputable company. Insurance is a great tool that can protect your belongings, but just make sure you&#8217;re getting the best coverage for your needs and budget.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2626,967,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:37'),(2627,967,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2628,967,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2629,971,'_edit_lock','1606522092:1'),(2630,971,'_edit_last','1'),(2631,971,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2632,971,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2633,971,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2634,971,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2635,971,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2636,971,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2637,971,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2638,971,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"971\" /]'),(2639,971,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2640,971,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2641,971,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2642,971,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2643,971,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_3 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_6\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_6  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_6  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Why 52,000 Bicyclists Need Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_7\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_7  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_7  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Many people use bicycles as their preferred means of transport. Some ride bikes for health and fitness; others want to avoid paying high gas prices. <br />\nStill others ride bikes out of concern for the environment. If you regularly ride, chances are you’ve put a considerable amount of money into your wheels. How do you protect that investment?<br />\nMore people are asking that very question today, and several companies are offering bicycle insurance that mirrors the protection of auto insurance. </p>\n<p>Safety Facts for Bikers<br />\nAs a biker, you need to be safe on the road. Here are some statistics about bikers and safety on US streets:</p>\n<p>In 2018, 857 bicyclists were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes.<br />\nThis accounted for 2% of all motor vehicle traffic fatalities.<br />\nAn additional 45,000 riders were injured in motor vehicle traffic crashes.</p>\n<p>There are certain risks you face when you share the road with automobiles. Consider your risks as you start to think about purchasing an insurance policy for your bike.</p>\n<p>Does Homeowners Insurance Provide Bicycle Coverage?<br />\nIf you own a home, your homeowners policy provides some bicycle insurance in the form of personal property coverage. A renters insurance policy will do the same. <br />\nBe sure to contact your agent to discuss whether it makes sense for you to add your bicycle as a line item on your homeowners insurance policy, and whether you need an additional rider, or a separate insurance floater, to provide the protection you need.<br />\nYour homeowners policy will cover damage to your bike to some extent, but your bike’s replacement value may be much higher than the amount of coverage provided in a standard policy. <br />\nIn a catastrophic incident, such as a home fire, your losses in terms of personal belongings can quickly exceed the limit of your policy.</p>\n<p>When  to Look for Bicycle Insurance<br />\nPurchasing a bicycle insurance policy may make sense for you under the following circumstances:</p>\n<p>You paid a large chunk of change for your bike. While the average bike costs a few hundred dollars, some enthusiasts don&#8217;t think twice about spending $5,000 to $10,000 for top-of-the line bikes. If you have a very expensive model, you may want to seriously consider buying comprehensive bicycle insurance.<br />\nYou regularly ride off-road and want mountain bike insurance to cover you and your bike for damage and medical costs.<br />\nYou do stunt riding or participate in BMX competitions, and you want bike insurance to cover potential injuries or damage.<br />\nYou want bike insurance for a specialty bike that you had designed, upgraded or modified. If you have a one-of-a-kind bike, you may want to get it appraised by a bicycle expert who can put the estimated value in writing.<br />\nYou don&#8217;t have a homeowners policy or renters insurance that could potentially cover your bike against loss, damage or theft.<br />\nYou don&#8217;t have health insurance to cover your injuries or hospitalization expenses if you are severely injured in a bike crash.</p>\n<p>Some people want coverage year-round, while others are only interested in 6-month bike insurance, because they only ride during the warmer months. <br />\nHowever, be sure to evaluate the possibility of your bicycle being damaged or stolen while in storage before determining that you only need coverage for a portion of the year.</p>\n<p>Considerations When Looking for Bike Insurance Quotes<br />\nThe following are some of the factors to consider when searching for bike insurance quotes.</p>\n<p>Value: The value of the bike is the main determinant when calculating how much coverage you need. In addition to purchase price, be sure to include the value of any additional equipment or features you’ve added on, including tools, speedometers and panniers. Be sure to keep all receipts so you have the proper documentation, if it is ever needed for a claim.<br />\nType of bike: The type of bike also affects the amount of coverage needed and the price of the quote. This factor, as well as how you use the bike, will determine your risks. A stunt bike is considered a bigger risk than a regular bike, and will cost more to insure.<br />\nYour use of the bike: Be sure to tell your agent how and where you ride. A bike used for commuting to work won&#8217;t cost as much to insure as a bike used on mountain trails. Furthermore, if you use your bike daily, you might want to seek higher coverage than if you only use it occasionally.<br />\nDepreciation: The value of any asset depreciates over time. Even if you’ve only just taken your brand-new, $11,000 SL4 Di2 out on the road, its value has already diminished. Normally, insurers pay actual cash value (the cost of a new bicycle minus the depreciation), so it might be worthwhile considering replacement cost coverage for a high-end bike. If you have coverage for the replacement value, you will be able to replace your bicycle with a bike of similar quality after a loss.<br />\nLimits and deductibles: With nearly all insurance plans, paying higher deductibles lowers your premium. However, a high deductible increases your out-of-pocket costs in the event of a loss. Choosing a higher limit means a higher premium, but better coverage if your bicycle is stolen or destroyed.</p>\n<p>How Much Is Bicycle Insurance and How Do You Get It?<br />\nThere are many factors that will affect your bike insurance costs. As a general rule, you can expect to pay $250 to $300 per year.<br />\nThere are a few different ways to get the coverage you need for yourself, your bicycle and the cyclists in your family:</p>\n<p>Add bicycle coverage to your homeowners or renters policy with a separate rider or endorsement that will cover the loss of your bike at replacement cost value.<br />\nGet a separate insurance floater specifically to insure your high-end bicycle.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2644,971,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:37'),(2645,971,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2646,971,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2647,976,'_edit_lock','1606522549:1'),(2648,976,'_edit_last','1'),(2649,976,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2650,976,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2651,976,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2652,976,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2653,976,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2654,976,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2655,976,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2656,976,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"976\" /]'),(2657,976,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2658,976,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2659,976,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2660,976,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2661,976,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_2 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">When You Lose Your Cell Phone, What&#8217;s Your Plan?</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_5\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Cell phones have come a long way from being mere calling devices. Today, the wide range of applications for a mobile phone include everything from helping you to navigate around the city to providing appointment reminders and keeping tabs on your teen. If you are like most people, your phone is your constant companion.<br />\nLosing or breaking your phone can really set you back. And having it stolen is even worse. For this reason, cell phone insurance may be a good idea. With this coverage in place, you can get a replacement phone quickly, whatever the cause of the loss. <br />\nCell Phone Loss Statistics<br />\nMany of us have lost or destroyed a cell phone before. Here are some statistics about nationwide incidents of cell phone loss:</p>\n<p>About 60 million mobile phones are lost or damaged each year.<br />\nPhiladelphia, Seattle, Oakland, Long Beach and Newark report the highest instances of cell phone loss.<br />\nPeople in San Francisco and New York lose their phones three times as often as people in Chicago.<br />\nIn 2011, the cumulative value of lost cell phones in America amounted to about $30 billion.</p>\n<p>The loss of your cell is both inconvenient and expensive. If your phone will cost a small fortune to replace, you may want to consider cell phone insurance to protect you from loss, damage or theft.<br />\nWhen Bad Things Happen to Good Cell Phones<br />\nMost cell phones come with warranties from the manufacturer covering all damage from defects or mechanical failure. Manufacturer warranties usually cover defects for one year. <br />\nHowever, a manufacturer’s warranty will not cover a replacement phone if you drop the phone and smash it, if you spill your coffee on it, or if your phone is stolen or lost.<br />\nCell phone insurance reimburses you for accidental damage or theft not covered under the warranty. With mobile phone insurance in place, you can typically get a similar replacement for your damaged or destroyed phone.<br />\nThe deductibles for cell phone insurance are usually around $50-$150. This may seem excessive for a cheaper phone, but when it comes to a a high-end smartphone that costs $500 or more, the deductible is much more affordable to pay for than buying a new phone.<br />\nThe Manufacturer’s Warranty Is Not Mobile Phone Insurance<br />\nUnlike cell phone insurance, the manufacturer’s warranty usually lasts for one year and covers manufacturing defects or mechanical issues. As long as you have taken all possible precautions and used the phone properly, you can get a replacement for a malfunctioning phone with your manufacturer’s warranty.<br />\nHowever, cell phones can be stolen, lost or damaged by accident – which isn’t covered by a manufacturer’s warranty. Mobile phone insurance policies fill in where your warranty ends. If you have a high-end model, coverage for loss and damage especially makes sense.<br />\nDoes Your Homeowners Policy Include Cell Phone Insurance?<br />\nInsurance for mobile phones – when it is included in your homeowners policy – is probably not enough to replace your phone. A typical HO-3 homeowners policy insures all direct physical losses of all personal property listed in Coverage C of the policy document. The only condition is that a covered peril needs to be the cause for the loss.<br />\nTherefore, if you listed your mobile phone in Coverage C and insured it against theft, you would receive coverage for the theft of the mobile phone. <br />\nIf your theft coverage pays for the depreciated value of the phone, you will still pay a considerable amount to buy a brand-new one. You also need to pay a deductible before your coverage kicks in.<br />\nHomeowners seldom conduct a complete assessment of their personal belongings before opting for full replacement value coverage in their homeowners policies. Make sure you understand what personal belongings are covered, and for what amounts. <br />\nAdding your cell phone as a line item to your homeowners policy, or getting a separate rider, will ensure that you’re covered when something dire happens to your phone.<br />\nWhat to Look for in Cell Phone Insurance<br />\nInsurance for mobile phones makes sense under certain circumstances, but you want to be sure you are getting the benefit and value you need. Here are some questions to ask:</p>\n<p>What is the coverage and scope of the cellular phone insurance? Does the policy cover accidental damage, phone theft and loss?<br />\nWhat does the coverage cost? Multiply your monthly premiums by the length of the policy and then add the deductible. For example, if you pay $10 a month for 3 years, then $10&#215;36 = $360 + deductible of $50 = $410. If the price of a new cell phone is less than the amount you would be paying, you may decide that buying a new phone would be a more cost-effective option.<br />\nHow will the cell phone will be replaced in the event of a loss? Will you get a similar model or a better one? Will the replacement be a new phone or a refurbished one?</p>\n<p>Considerations When Evaluating Cell Phone Insurance<br />\nOnly you know whether cell phone insurance makes the most sense for you. When deciding whether to buy coverage, consider the value of the cell phone and your usage. <br />\nIf you are a person who uses your phone for everything from staying in touch with your kids to managing your email, consider whether you can afford to be without it. Are you a very careful person, or do you tend to drop your phone?<br />\nBe sure to evaluate the cell phone coverage carefully and ask such questions as:</p>\n<p>What will it cost to replace your phone out of pocket?<br />\nIf you are considering insurance, how much is the deductible?<br />\nWill the insurance cover the cost of calls a thief made after stealing your phone?</p>\n<p>Your insurance coverage should fit your needs and give you peace of mind. When you research your options, take the time to get a few quotes before you buy, so you can feel confident that your coverage has a high value and can protect your investment adequately.</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2662,976,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:37'),(2663,976,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2664,976,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2665,980,'_edit_lock','1606523310:1'),(2666,980,'_edit_last','1'),(2667,980,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2668,980,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2669,980,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2670,980,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2671,980,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2672,980,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2673,980,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2674,980,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"980\" /]'),(2675,980,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2676,980,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2677,980,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2678,980,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2679,980,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_1 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">What I Learned after Crashing My Drone</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Drones are among the most coveted items for aviation enthusiasts, and probably most kids in the neighborhood, too. These high-tech toys were previously off-limits for anyone but the military or law enforcement, but recreational and hobby usage of drones has skyrocketed in recent years.</p>\n<p>When my son asked for a drone for his birthday, I thought it would be a great way to get him to spend time outside. Kids and teens are so technically savvy these days, what could go wrong? As I soon found out: just about everything.<br />\nWithin minutes of reading the instructions for his new drone, my son headed outside for his first flight. A few seconds after he managed a shaky takeoff, the drone was caught up by the wind and completely out of his control. Before we knew it, the drone was out of sight, and we had no idea how to bring it down.<br />\nWe took off on foot to see if it had come down. It had—smashed to pieces on top of a car a few blocks away. The drone was destroyed. The car was pretty banged up, too. Now what?<br />\nWhat I Did after The Crash<br />\nLike many recreational drone users, I had no idea what I was getting into. I didn’t know how difficult these “toys” could be to operate. I didn’t know how common “flyaways” were (check YouTube if you don’t believe me). And I certainly didn’t think about being on the hook for thousands of dollars (or more) if my out-of-control drone crashed.<br />\nMy son and I found the owner of the damaged car and made our apologies, along with a promise to pay for the damage. The car’s owner suggested I file an insurance claim, but did I even have coverage for this type of thing? Truthfully, I hadn’t thought much about recreational drone insurance, but now I was hoping that I had some type coverage for the damage we caused to the car—not to mention the destroyed drone.<br />\nI talked with my insurance company and luckily I was able to file a claim. In the end, I learned a lot about the importance of talking to my insurance agent before I purchase an item like a drone. And I learned that drones can cause a lot of damage—and can even injure people. Taking my son’s drone lightly was a huge mistake.<br />\nCheck Your Coverage Before You Buy A Drone<br />\nI quickly found out that while I had some coverage for the drone crash, I was going to have to pay out-of-pocket too. My insurance company covered the damage to my neighbor’s car (thank goodness), but it did not pay for repair or replacement of the drone.<br />\nHere’s how it works. Most homeowners insurance policies, like mine, will pay your claim if you or a member of your family harms someone else or their property with a drone. This type of incident falls under the liability portion of a homeowners or renters insurance policy for the following types of claims:</p>\n<p>Property damage: If you damage someone else’s property (e.g., my neighbor’s car) with your drone, your insurance policy likely will pay for the damage. In my case, my homeowners policy covered the damage to the car.<br />\nBodily injury: If you injure someone with your drone (e.g., my son crashes his drone into a person instead of a car), your insurance policy likely will pay for their medical expenses. My homeowners insurance would have covered injuries to others, too.</p>\n<p>But you still need to check with your specific policy. Many home insurance policies specifically exclude coverage for aircraft, but radio-controlled model aircraft usually are covered. How your home or renters policy defines “aircraft” and whether that definition applies to your drone will determine whether  you have liability coverage for drone-related incidents. This is very important to find out before you fly your drone. If my insurance company had defined my drone as an excluded aircraft, my claim would not have been paid.<br />\nRemember, my homeowners insurance did not pay for damage to my own drone. But if the drone had been damaged by a fire or stolen while it was in my garage, it would have been covered under the contents portion of my homeowners insurance policy. Under those circumstances, my drone would be no different than any other item in my home or garage. This is because homeowners policies typically offer coverage for items that are damaged or destroyed by certain types of “covered perils”—or causes of loss. These are typically events like storms, wind, hail, fire, theft, and vandalism. You will not find “drone crash” on the list of covered losses for your personal property.<br />\nKeep in mind that personal property coverage is subject to your deductible, and that your homeowners policy, like mine, may include a dollar limit. If your drone is worth more than the policy’s basic dollar limit, talk with your agent about purchasing additional personal property coverage for your drone.<br />\nCould It Get Worse? You Could Be Sued for Invasion of Privacy.<br />\nIf you think crashing your drone is a problem, consider this. Invasion of privacy is a serious concern for recreational drone users. Drones with onboard cameras or other data collection capabilities can inadvertently “spy” on other people when taking pictures or video.<br />\nIf my son’s drone captures photos of our neighbor sunbathing in the yard, she might be inclined to sue him (me) for invasion of privacy. I could be forced to pay her for damages. And the legal costs associated with any lawsuit can be devastating.<br />\nCould I file an insurance claim in this case? Yes. The personal injury liability portion of my homeowners insurance policy provides coverage (up to the policy limits) for invasion of privacy claims. I also have a personal umbrella policy, which would also provide coverage for an invasion of privacy claim if the damages exceeded the liability coverage limit of my homeowners policy.<br />\nKeep in mind that insurance policies exclude coverage for intentional acts. If my son purposely posted the aerial photos of our neighbor on social media, I suspect my insurance company would tell me to go fly a kite.<br />\nMeanwhile, many people are rightly concerned about drones and privacy. If you or anyone in your family plans to fly a recreational drone, be aware of the privacy concerns and steer clear of any activities that could put you at risk for this kind of lawsuit.<br />\nShould I Purchase Additional Recreational Drone Insurance?<br />\nHomeowners or renters insurance is probably sufficient for most recreational drone users. But if you plan to fly your drone often, or you frequently fly in an area where there is a higher probably of causing injury or property damage, you may want to consider additional coverage.<br />\nYou can purchase a drone insurance policy that goes above and beyond what is in your home or renters policy, including medical and accidental death coverage for your own injuries (not covered under home insurance), as well as additional liability coverage. This coverage would kick in after any other coverage you have has been exhausted.<br />\nIf you fly a drone for business purposes, your homeowners or renters policy does not apply. Commercial drone operators need special commercial drone insurance.<br />\nDrone Regulations and Safety Tips<br />\nSince my son’s hasty, unprepared, and totally ignorant first drone flight, we have both learned a lot. We won’t be flying again until we: a) save up to purchase a new drone, and b) have reviewed and complied with all regulatory and safety guidelines, including:</p>\n<p>Recreational drones that weigh more than 0.55 pounds must be registered with the FAA for a $5 fee. Keep your registration certificate in your possession at all times when operating your drone. Your registration must be renewed every three years.<br />\nDon’t fly your recreational drone above 400 feet, and keep it within your line of sight at all times.<br />\nDon’t fly within five miles of an airport unless you contact the airport and control tower first. Steer clear of other restricted areas (e.g., the White House, military installations).<br />\nLet your neighbors know about your drone to avoid causing any alarm.<br />\nAvoid flying near people, crowds, or stadiums.<br />\nUnmanned aircraft that weigh over 55 pounds require special registration and permission.</p>\n<p>How to Insure Your Recreational Drone<br />\nHobby drone insurance is new and evolving. While you may be able to get all the coverage you need with your home or renters insurance policy, don’t rely on assumptions. </p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2680,980,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:37'),(2681,980,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2682,980,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2683,989,'_edit_lock','1606523771:1'),(2684,989,'_edit_last','1'),(2685,989,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2686,989,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2687,989,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2688,989,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2690,989,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2691,989,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2692,989,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"989\" /]'),(2693,989,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2694,989,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2695,989,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2696,989,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2697,989,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Fine Art Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_1  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>It can sound so senseless when art theft makes the news. Beautiful works of art done by famous artists that bring joy to audiences disappearing into oblivion? Unthinkable. Most of the time, thieves steal art for ransom or resale, which can be a very profitable enterprise. <br />\nMost of the time, fine art pieces are lightweight and easy to move, making this a relatively low-risk undertaking for some thieves. Art loss isn&#8217;t just something that plagues museums. Private estates can be targeted as well, especially since they don&#8217;t usually have the security measures that galleries do.<br />\nFine art collectors sometimes know the value of their collections, but more often they don’t. What&#8217;s more, the value of a collection can increase with time. Whether your collection was passed down to you or you personally sought out each piece, your fine art has value and should be protected.</p>\n<p>The Reason Fine Art Insurance Is Important<br />\nAlthough it’s unpleasant to imagine worst-case scenarios, considering what might happen is often a necessary part of evaluating your insurance needs. <br />\nThe good news is that fine art insurance coverage can help protect your artwork collection. Many fine art owners like you rely on insurance for artwork to cover theft or unexpected damage to their collections.<br />\nIn addition to theft, fine art home insurance policies may cover fire, accidental breakage and loss from severe weather. Be sure to read your policy carefully, as you may need a separate flood insurance policy to be protected in the event of flooding. <br />\nFine art policies can also include transportation coverage. This can be especially beneficial because a significant 5% to 10% of art collection claims are a result of damage or loss to the pieces during transit.</p>\n<p>Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Fine Art?<br />\nIf you’re assuming that your homeowners insurance will cover your fine art, you may be disappointed. Most standard homeowners policies have a cap, per insurance category, on the amount of personal property coverage provided. <br />\nTypically, this restricted amount is not nearly enough to cover a fine art collection or set of collectibles.<br />\nThe coverage in your homeowners policy will probably not be adequate if you have high-value artwork. In addition, general homeowners insurance policies may have more exclusions, further limiting when and how a potential claim is paid out.<br />\nAdditional fine art insurance is often a better option for many fine art collectors or owners. You can opt to insure items individually on floater policies or purchase broader valuable item insurance. <br />\nHave your art regularly appraised and keep an updated inventory of items. Both of these steps can help you determine which insurance coverage might be best for you.</p>\n<p>Finding the Right Fine Art Insurance<br />\nAppraising your artwork is an important first step toward protecting your collection. The next step is to meet with a knowledgeable agent who knows how to find the right coverage and insurance company to protect your investments. Your collection is unique, so your insurance coverage should be tailor-made for you.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2698,989,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:37'),(2699,989,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2700,989,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2701,996,'_edit_lock','1606524349:1'),(2702,996,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2703,996,'_edit_last','1'),(2704,996,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2705,996,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2706,996,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2707,996,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2708,996,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2709,996,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2710,996,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"996\" /]'),(2711,996,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2712,996,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2713,996,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2714,996,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2715,996,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_4 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_8\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_8  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_8  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Finding the Best Jewelry Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_9\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_9  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_9  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p> <br />\nGot a jewelry box that could make a treasure chest blush? Or maybe you found the Heart of the Ocean necklace from Titanic. No matter what kind of jewelry you’re holding onto, it deserves to be protected, doesn’t it?<br />\nBut maybe you think it costs too much to insure—it really doesn’t. Or maybe you don’t think it’s worth the hassle—it is, and it’s actually pretty simple.</p>\n<p>What Is Jewelry Insurance?<br />\nSimply put, jewelry insurance is a policy designed to cover your jewelry (any kind you specify – from rings to Rolexes, it&#8217;s all good). <br />\nIn exchange for the premiums you pay, your insurance carrier will reimburse your financial losses – or even replace the item – in the event of theft, mysterious disappearance, or damage up to its specified value.</p>\n<p>Is My Jewelry Covered under Homeowners Insurance?<br />\nYes, but coverage under your homeowners policy is limited to only a small number of causes, like theft, and has a cap of $1,500. <br />\nIf you want to make sure you’re covered for the full value (should a super-expensive bauble get stolen, for example), you’ll need an additional policy or endorsement.<br />\n <br />\nA more comprehensive coverage option is to schedule personal property coverage. This covers a greater number of risks and will generally cover the full value of higher-priced items that exceed the regular policy&#8217;s limit. <br />\nThe scheduling process involves listing each specific item to be covered and its value – determined by an appraisal.</p>\n<p>What Exactly Does Jewelry Insurance Cover?<br />\nMost everyone&#8217;s main concern, when it comes to jewelry, is potential theft &#8211; but they&#8217;re also worried about losing it. Luckily, jewelry insurance covers the following, for all types of jewelry:</p>\n<p>How Do I Insure My Jewelry?<br />\nFirst, you&#8217;ll want to contact an insurance agent. They’ll run you through all the ins and outs of the entire ordeal, including:</p>\n<p>Know what jewelry you want covered. Then call up your agent and let ‘em know — they’ll help you get things rollin&#8217;. <br />\nSchedule an appraisal. Every local jeweler probably has expertise in appraisals – your agent might even be able to get you hooked up with one. Your insurance company will need to know the exact value of your jewels (based on quality/cut/etc.). This process (usually) isn&#8217;t free, but it&#8217;s a small price to pay to get to the protection your shiny things need.<br />\nFill out the important paperwork. Submit the official, verifiable documents from the appraisal to your insurance company.<br />\nHit &#8220;redial&#8221; and chat with your agent again. They&#8217;ll be able to help you take it from here. </p>\n<p>How Much Does Jewelry Insurance Cost?<br />\nIt depends on the coverage you want, your bling’s total value and location, and a few other factors. </p>\n<p>&#8220;Increasing the theft limit on your homeowners insurance from $1,500 to $10,000, for example, would only add about $25 to your premium.&#8221;<br />\nPaul Martin<br />\nThe cost to insure a single piece of jewelry will be around $1-$2 for every $100 in replacement cost. If the jewelry in question would cost around $10,000, then the premium would be around $150, on average. <br />\nIf you&#8217;ve got lots of big items scheduled, though, the cost can add up to thousands or even millions per year, if you&#8217;re some kind of Hollywood A-Lister. </p>\n<p>Is Jewelry Insurance Worth the Cost?<br />\nIf all your jewels and jinglies have a value of over $1,500 and you tend to drop, lose or misplace items on a regular basis, then yes, it’s completely worth it. <br />\nAlso, Martin points out that a lot of jewelry has sentimental value. So, protection could be worth it based on the fact that the item(s) have meaning for you, alone.<br />\nIf you’re still weighing your decision, it’s best to just ask yourself, &#8220;How easily can I afford to replace an item or all the items if something happens to them?&#8221; If the answer is “Not easily,” get the insurance.<br />\n&nbsp;</p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2716,996,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:07'),(2717,996,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2718,996,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2719,1005,'_edit_lock','1606524911:1'),(2720,1005,'_edit_last','1'),(2721,1005,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2722,1005,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2723,1005,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2724,1005,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2725,1005,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2726,1005,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2727,1005,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2728,1005,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1005\" /]'),(2729,1005,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2730,1005,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2731,1005,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2732,1005,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2733,1005,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_3 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_6\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_6  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_6  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Home Insurance Claims FAQ</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_7\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_7  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_7  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Handling a homeowners insurance claim is a lot like handling a toddler. If you do it right, things can go pretty well. But do it wrong, and you’ll be dealing with major tantrums for years to come.<br />\nWhen Should I File a Home Insurance Claim?<br />\nIf the damage/theft/incident was significant, you should file a claim right away. But if your old 10-speed bike (with only 3 remaining working speeds) was stolen, you may not want to file a claim. The value on your bike is probably insignificant compared to the risk of having your premiums go up. <br />\nSo after any incident, try to weigh the possible premium increases against the possible out-of-pocket replacement costs to make a call about whether it’s worth the claim.<br />\nHow Do I File a Home Insurance Claim?<br />\nIf your home or property has sustained any kind of damage or loss, make sure you take photos of the damage with crime-show-detective-like detail. <br />\nThen, contact your home insurance company as soon as possible—whether that’s by phone or online. If you somehow don’t have access to your policy’s number or details, you can call your insurance agent for help.<br />\nHow Do I Know If the Damage Is Covered?<br />\nFirst, check your policy documents. If you’re still unsure, you can go ahead and begin the claims process anyway. For example, flood damage is not covered by home insurance, but if your basement sustains significant water damage, it is not necessarily due to a flood and may be covered. <br />\nCase in point, if your hot-water heater leaks and damages your floors and walls or if a sump pump fails and your policy includes backup of sewage and drains coverage, you may be able to receive compensation. If your damages are not covered, your insurance company will let you know–you can’t lose just for asking.<br />\nHow Does the Deductible Work?<br />\nEvery home insurance policy has a deductible. Some deductibles are a dollar amount (typically $500 or $1,000), while others are percentage-based according to the value of your home (i.e., a home that is valued at $200,000 with a 1% percentage-based deductible would have a deductible of $2,000). <br />\nThe deductible is the amount you have to pay out of pocket for damage repairs. Therefore, if you have a $500 deductible and your house sustains $10,000 worth of damage, your insurance company will reimburse you $9,500—simple as that.<br />\nWhat If My Home Is Burglarized?<br />\nYour first step is to ensure that you and your family are safe, and then call the police. When the police arrive, they will complete a report with all the important info regarding your situation. This report is necessary when you file your claim and will help expedite the whole process.<br />\nMake sure you also create a detailed list of your lost or damaged items, including their estimated values, and have that ready when you contact your insurance company. <br />\nIf My Home Was Damaged, Can I Start Repairs Right Away?<br />\nIf a natural disaster has caused significant damage to your home, you may be tempted to begin repairs right away. We get it, you just want your life back to normal. But doing so can mask a lot of the damage and will make it hard for an adjuster to make a fair estimate of the repair costs. <br />\nTemporary fixes that could help prevent any further damage are a good idea, but it’s best to wait until after the insurance adjuster has taken a good solid look at your property to make permanent repairs.<br />\n <br />\nDoes My Home Insurance Cover Temporary Living Expenses?<br />\nIf your home is uninhabitable due to damage caused by a covered event, the additional living expense (ALE) portion of your home insurance will reimburse you. <br />\nYour policy will have a cap on how much ALE coverage it will provide, so it is best to handle your temporary arrangements as frugally as possible (think motel, not 5-star resort).<br />\nThis coverage can include expenses such as:</p>\n<p>Rent for your temporary housing<br />\nBoarding for your pets<br />\nGas and mileage if you have to drive further to get to work or school<br />\nDining at restaurants</p>\n<p>It’s always best to verify with your insurance company exactly what is included in your ALE coverage before you go and rack up a big hotel or restaurant tab.<br />\nWhen Will an Adjuster Come to My Home?<br />\nThis depends on a few factors, like the insurance company, the location of your home, and the extent of the damage. If a wildfire or hurricane causes wide-spread damage in your area, it may take a while for an adjuster to make it to your home. <br />\nIf it is an isolated event, like an oopsie in the kitchen that led to a fire, your adjuster may arrive very quickly.<br />\nHow Do I Know the Claims Adjuster Isn’t Ripping Me Off?<br />\nFor contents claims, you can do a bit of homework in advance by looking up the replacement costs of your lost or destroyed property. If your policy includes replacement cost coverage, the amounts you give may be accepted by your insurer. <br />\nHowever, if you have an actual-value coverage policy, your adjuster will estimate a depreciated value of your property.<br />\nFor property damage to your home, it’s a good idea to get a couple of repair estimates before your adjuster arrives. If possible, you may want to have a trustworthy contractor at your home at the same time—in case the adjuster’s estimates are wildly different from the amount you were quoted. <br />\nThe contractor and adjuster can often work together to come to an agreement. Then everyone’s happy.<br />\nWhat If I Don&#8217;t Agree My Insurer’s Compensation?<br />\nIf you feel that the reimbursement your adjuster offered is way off, you can try contacting someone higher up in the insurance company to plead your case. <br />\nIf that fails, you can appeal their decision through mediation, which is way more informal than going to court. <br />\nNOTE: You may want to get help from an expert before going into mediation to increase your chances of a positive outcome.<br />\nHow Long Will It Take to Get My Money?<br />\nThis depends on your insurance company and the damage we’re talking about. In some cases, the insurance adjuster can cut you a check on the spot after assessing the damage. Other times, it may not be as easy, with a lot of back and forth and delay on your reimbursement. </p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2734,1005,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:07'),(2735,1005,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2736,1005,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2737,1010,'_edit_lock','1606774764:1'),(2738,1010,'_edit_last','1'),(2739,1010,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2740,1010,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2741,1010,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2742,1010,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2743,1010,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2744,1010,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2745,1010,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2746,1010,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1010\" /]'),(2747,1010,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2748,1010,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2749,1010,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2750,1010,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2751,1010,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2752,1010,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2753,1010,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2754,1010,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2755,1014,'_edit_lock','1606775299:1'),(2756,1014,'_edit_last','1'),(2757,1014,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2758,1014,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2759,1014,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2760,1014,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2761,1014,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2762,1014,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2763,1014,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2764,1014,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1014\" /]'),(2765,1014,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2766,1014,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2767,1014,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2768,1014,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2769,1014,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_2 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">What&#8217;s Depreciation Got to Do with Homeowners Insurance?</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_5\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Depreciation may seem like an intimidating idea but it’s really just a basic part of everyday life. In fact, you may already know that your four-bedroom, two-bath, brick abode and the majority of its contents (like furniture, TV, and dishwasher) could lose value over time because of things like age and use. <br />\nThis loss in property value is commonly referred to as depreciation. <br />\nHome depreciation is also an important concept within the insurance world. That’s because it directly influences the claim amount paid by the carrier. Remember, depreciation doesn’t just apply to your home but anything with value like cars or boats. <br />\n <br />\nHow Do Insurance Companies Calculate Depreciation? <br />\nCalculating depreciation all starts with the property’s Replacement Cost Value (RCV) and its estimated life expectancy. The RCV is the current price of repairing or replacing an item with an equal item. As you probably know, life expectancy is the average amount of time the property can be used. <br />\nFor example, let’s say your new kitchen appliances are destroyed in a small grease fire. You bought the refrigerator, oven, and dishwasher brand new three years ago. All the appliances were working well at the time and in normal condition for their age. <br />\nThe same kitchen equipment is currently sold in several retail stores for about $3,200 (RCV) new. These three appliances have a life expectancy of 10 years which means they lose 10% of their value each passing year.  <br />\nIn your case, the appliances lost 30% or $960 in value (10% annual depreciation x 3 years of use) at the time of the grease fire. <br />\nThe example we just gave you is specific to property within your home. Now let’s talk about the structural elements of your home. Parts of your dwelling like the gutters and furnace are also subject to depreciation. <br />\nFor example, asphalt roof shingles normally last around 20 years and typically depreciate 5% per year.  Let’s say your roof is 15 years old at the time of a wind/hail storm. This means the insurance company will subtract 75% of the value (15 years x 5% depreciation per year) of a brand new replacement roof. <br />\n <br />\nHow Will Depreciation Determine My Claim Payout? <br />\nThe first thing that will determine your claim payout is the terms of your policy. Some homeowners coverage is based on an Actual Cash Value (ACV) claims reimbursement schedule. Other homeowners plans are based on a Replacement Cost Value (RCV) schedule. We’re going to review the difference with you. <br />\nOf course, depreciation is the second thing that will influence the claims settlement amount you actually receive. Now you may be wondering how ACV, RCV, and depreciation all come together in the claims process? What types of calculations are the insurance companies doing before they mail you a claims check? <br />\n <br />\nActual Cash Value Example<br />\nLet’s assume you have ACV coverage for your residence and personal property kept within the home. <br />\nThis means the insurance carrier will first determine the Replacement Cost of the item (in other words, how much money it would take to replace the damaged/lost item), then subtract the depreciation amount from the Replacement Cost. The difference between the two amounts is the ACV. <br />\nUsing the above kitchen appliance scenario, here’s how home insurers calculate RCV if the appliances were destroyed after seven years: </p>\n<p>You see here that the insurance company would reimburse you $960 for your destroyed dishwasher, oven, and fridge. That’s because an ACV policy doesn’t promise to give you all the money needed to buy brand new replacements. <br />\nInstead, an ACV policy is promising to pay you the depreciated amount of your property. Or, in other words, an ACV policy is insuring your home and property according to what the value is at the time of the loss, not the value at the time you first purchased the house or its contents. <br />\nNow if you have a Replacement Cost policy, you should expect to get the full $3,200 for shiny new kitchen gadgets. This means less money out of your own pocket to put your kitchen back together again. It also means quite a bit more in home insurance premiums too.<br />\nIf you aren’t sure which policy you currently have then we suggest you pull out the policy booklet and take a look. Or give your local, independent insurance agent a call for help understanding if you have an ACV or RCV home insurance policy. <br />\n <br />\nWhat’s a Recoverable Depreciation Clause? <br />\nSometimes you’ll come across a homeowners policy that includes a recoverable depreciation clause. We imagine you are scratching your head right now and saying, “What the heck does that even mean.&#8221; Yep, we thought so. <br />\nA recoverable depreciation clause permits policyholders to claim the depreciation of their asset along with the Actual Cash Value. In our kitchen example, you could claim the $2,240 depreciation of the appliances. Of course, anything that sounds that good usually has a catch. This is no different. <br />\nInsurance policies that include this clause will expect you to repair or replace covered items within a certain time frame. If you didn’t make a needed repair or complete a certain replacement prior to the date of loss, then your recoverable depreciation could be voided. <br />\n(You’ll also need to keep very good records to prove that you did follow the rules and regulations of the clause.) <br />\nRecoverable depreciation is a feature that is sometimes not worth it when you factor in the deductible. Think about this: your home policy has a $2,000 deductible. Your kitchen claim will get you $960 ACV payout. <br />\nPlus, under your special clause, you can also expect to receive the $2,240 depreciation amount. All of this is payable to you after your $2,000 deductible is met. So you’ll end up with a net positive of $1,200 to replace your appliances. Not bad, but not enough to get brand new appliances free and clear. <br />\n <br />\nWant to Know Three Home Depreciation Tips? <br />\nThere’s still more to know about depreciation. Take a peek at our three top home depreciation tips below. </p>\n<p>Items max out at 90% depreciation and won’t be depreciated beyond that percentage.<br />\nQuality, workmanship, frequency of use, storage, and upkeep are all factors in determining the lifespan (and ultimately depreciation) of an item. For home materials, more specific things like quality of installation, design, and environmental conditions will also make a difference. <br />\nSpecialty items like collectibles, fine jewelry, antiques, firearms, and art can actually appreciate, or increase value, over time. That’s why your independent insurance agent will probably recommend purchasing additional coverage for these types of unique valuables. </p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2770,1014,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:07'),(2771,1014,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2772,1014,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2773,1019,'_edit_lock','1606775737:1'),(2774,1019,'_edit_last','1'),(2775,1019,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2776,1019,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2777,1019,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2778,1019,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2779,1019,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2780,1019,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2781,1019,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2782,1019,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1019\" /]'),(2783,1019,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2784,1019,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2785,1019,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2786,1019,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2787,1019,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_1 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_2  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Your Guide to Insuring a Cabin</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Got a cabin? If you’re lucky enough to own a vacation property, seasonal home by the lake, or the annual destination for hunting season, you know how great it is to get away from it all. Better yet, it is a sound investment that can help you kick back in your retirement.<br />\nHowever, you can’t leave all your worries behind when it comes to protecting your cabin. What could ruin your cabin’s future?</p>\n<p>Damage from fire <br />\nNatural disasters<br />\nInjuries on your property <br />\nCrime</p>\n<p>The solution? Protecting your investment with seasonal home insurance.</p>\n<p>Let’s take a look at everything you need to know about cabin insurance, including: </p>\n<p>What is cabin insurance?<br />\nWhy do you need cabin insurance?<br />\nWho needs cabin insurance? <br />\nWhat is the cost of cabin insurance?<br />\nCommon questions about cabin insurance</p>\n<p>What is Cabin Insurance?<br />\nCabin insurance, typically known as seasonal home insurance, protects your vacation home and your possessions in it against a wide variety of dangers:</p>\n<p>Fire damage<br />\nStorm damage (i.e., hail, wind, snow, rain, lightning, etc.)<br />\nTheft/burglary<br />\nVandalism<br />\nArson<br />\nLiability coverage for injuries to other parties on your property</p>\n<p>One particular distinction to make about cabin insurance is that it is separate from your primary homeowners insurance policy. </p>\n<p>Why Do You Need Cabin Insurance?<br />\nIf you’re reading this article, chances are you that you’re in need of a cabin insurance policy. No two cabins or seasonal homes are alike, which presents unique challenges. <br />\nSome cabins can be a simple no-frills structure designed for rustic living in isolated areas, while others can be sprawling, multi-level buildings that are more extravagant than many primary residences. <br />\nAdding to this, most people don’t live permanently in their vacation homes. Therefore, having cabin insurance protects it as a second residence, future investment, and as a source of revenue from renters.<br />\nFor those who own a cabin, a lake home, or other seasonal residence, you will need to speak with an experienced insurance agent who can assess how much coverage you need. <br />\nThere are many variables to consider — even if the small cabin is located on bare hunting land — so an expert insurance agent can ask you the right questions to determine which risk factors need to be addressed and protected. </p>\n<p>Who Needs Cabin Insurance?<br />\nThe short answer to Who needs cabin insurance? is anyone who has one. If you’re still on the fence (pun intended), let’s look at a number of aspects related to how much insurance coverage you should consider for your cabin:</p>\n<p>Got deer? What about bear and moose? Hunting cabin insurance can be useful for damage from wild animals or unfortunate accidents with firearms. During hunting season, cabin insurance can help you concentrate on bagging that buck!<br />\nIf you only visit the cabin on a seasonal basis each year, you may need seasonal cabin insurance to keep it safe from harm during the times it is vacant.<br />\nCabins that are located in areas that could potentially experience a devastating wildfire, or severe weather like flooding and winter storms definitely need a form of insurance to protect your investment and recoup value lost.<br />\nSome cabins are governed by HOAs, which may require your secondary residence to be adequately insured to protect the value of related properties. <br />\nFor entrepreneurial-minded cabin owners, renting out the cabin on Airbnb or through private clients is risky without cabin rental insurance.<br />\nFamily cabins passed through the generations are perfect candidates for coverage such as log cabin home insurance. If you keep a large amount of valuables and possessions at your family cabin, insurance is a must to replace these items if they’re stolen or damaged.<br />\nLove adventure? If your cabin has ATVs, boats, or other recreational vehicles, then you may want to consider such coverage as cabin cruiser boat insurance.</p>\n<p>Do any of these situations apply to you? Chances are that they do. </p>\n<p>What is the Cost of Cabin Insurance?</p>\n<p>As you can imagine, the cost of cabin insurance is highly variable. In most cases, seasonal home insurance might cost more than insurance for your primary residence. <br />\nThis is due to how often the property is left vacant or its location. Let’s look at some factors that directly affect cost:</p>\n<p>Remote areas, for example, may be targeted by criminals or experience natural disasters that you won’t discover until you visit the property in the future. Highly trafficked areas also create possibilities for criminals to steal your belongings or vandalize your home. <br />\nLiability is a huge issue when it comes to determining how much you will pay for cabin insurance. Liability coverage can help with medical bills and time off work if you are held legally responsible for an injury on the cabin’s property. If you have a large number of visitors to the cabin, especially renters, you will need to insure your home as well as purchase additional coverage. An injury from a malfunctioning fireplace, for instance, can cause a deep financial burden on your property and other assets. You may need to have landlord insurance for renters as well as separate liability coverage for those who might wander on your property. <br />\nSimilarly, having boats, ATVs and other types of recreational equipment can make lakeside cabin owners especially susceptible to liability for injuries that occur on the property. Most seasonal homeowners policies will cover the physical dwelling and other structures of the property such as boat houses, docks, sheds, and so forth. <br />\nConsidering the high potential for injuries when recreational equipment is involved, the liability coverage limit on your primary homeowners policy may not be sufficient. Recreational equipment is rarely covered automatically under your cabin’s insurance policy. Instead, these items are insured separately either as a rider on your cabin’s policy or on a specialty policy. Therefore, you may want to purchase umbrella insurance to step up your liability coverage. As you may know, umbrella insurance policies kick in when the limit of your homeowners liability coverage has been reached.<br />\nDo you have a homeowners policy on your primary residence? If so, determining how much coverage you have for your cabin can get confusing based on whether you have a homeowners policy for your primary residence. In most cases, your primary residence extends some liability coverage to your cabin. But for those who may not have insured their primary residence, the cost of insuring a secondary residence can be expensive — or it may not even be offered by some companies. </p>\n<p>Common Questions about Cabin Insurance<br />\nAs you can guess, cabin insurance encompasses a wide array of situations. <br />\nQuestion #1 &#8211; Do I need to insure the cabin with my primary homeowners policy?<br />\nThe truth is that some companies won’t write a cabin insurance policy if they don&#8217;t insure your primary home first. The reason is that those insurers don’t want the increased risk of a home that is empty more than it is occupied. Consequently, insuring both properties (your home plus the cabin) with the same company is more convenient. <br />\nSimply add the second location onto your current homeowners insurance policy, which eliminates the need for a second policy as well as second bill to deal with.<br />\nHowever, there are a number of companies that specialize in writing a policy for your cabin on a separate policy without insuring your primary residence. Many are able to write with many of the same coverages as a homeowner’s policy while also offering built-in coverage for your recreational vehicles. <br />\nSimilar to a regular homeowner’s policy, these policies can insure the contents of your cabin as a percentage of the dwelling amount for both theft and liability<br />\nQuestion #2 &#8211; If I have no buildings, do I still need to insure the vacant land?<br />\nIn most cases, pure vacant land is covered for liability by your primary homeowners policy. Coverage would apply if a person were injured on your land. But you should be careful of the phrase “vacant land” in your policy. Any development on the property may cause the land to not be considered “vacant” any longer. <br />\nThis includes minimalist structures that may negate coverage, such as an outhouse, fencing, or a framed deer stand. <br />\nQuestion #3 &#8211; How are the contents in my cabin covered?<br />\nYour possessions in your cabin depend on the size and usage. Policies run the gamut from no contents coverage at all, limited coverage on select items, or protection for items that are shared with your primary residence. <br />\nOther policies will cover a percentage of the dwelling amount, just like your primary home. It’s common practice for your primary home policy to automatically extend 10% of your primary home contents coverage to another location like your cabin.<br />\nBeing proactive is the best way to protect those things that are special to you before there is a loss.<br />\nOnce you’re set up, you can finally rest easy and enjoy the good life that comes with owning a cabin. </p>\n<p>To read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2788,1019,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:26:07'),(2789,1019,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2790,1019,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2791,1025,'_edit_lock','1606776225:1'),(2792,1025,'_edit_last','1'),(2793,1025,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2794,1025,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2795,1025,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2796,1025,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2797,1025,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2798,1025,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2799,1025,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2800,1025,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1025\" /]'),(2801,1025,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2802,1025,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2803,1025,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2804,1025,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2805,1025,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2806,1025,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2807,1025,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2808,1025,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2809,1032,'_edit_lock','1606777978:1'),(2810,1032,'_edit_last','1'),(2811,1032,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2812,1032,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2813,1032,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2814,1032,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2815,1032,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2816,1032,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2817,1032,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2818,1032,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1032\" /]'),(2819,1032,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2820,1032,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2821,1032,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2822,1032,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2823,1032,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2824,1032,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2825,1032,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2826,1032,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2827,1041,'_edit_lock','1606778440:1'),(2828,1041,'_edit_last','1'),(2829,1041,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2830,1041,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2831,1041,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2832,1041,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2833,1041,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2834,1041,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2835,1041,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2836,1041,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1041\" /]'),(2837,1041,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2838,1041,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2839,1041,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2840,1041,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2841,1041,'_et_pb_truncate_post',''),(2842,1041,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date',''),(2843,1041,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(2844,1041,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(2853,1052,'_edit_lock','1606780342:1'),(2854,1052,'_edit_last','1'),(2855,1052,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(2856,1052,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(2857,1052,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(2858,1052,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(2859,1052,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(2860,1052,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(2861,1052,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(2862,1052,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1052\" /]'),(2863,1052,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(2864,1052,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(2865,1052,'_thumbnail_id',''),(2866,1052,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(2867,1052,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Invest Wisely in High-Value Home Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_1  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p> </p>\n<p>You&#8217;ve had the good fortune of experiencing financial success in your life, and you&#8217;ve invested a great deal of it in your home. But when shopping for homeowners insurance, you may find that standard policies don&#8217;t quite meet your needs. <br />\nYou&#8217;ve worked hard to build high-value estate complete with expensive furnishings and other valuables, and you deserve a specialized policy designed to cover your investments.<br />\n <br />\nWhat Is High-Value Home Insurance?<br />\nIn short, high-value home insurance is a policy that provides all the coverage offered by traditional homeowners insurance, and then goes above and beyond. <br />\nAllowed coverage limits in each category are much higher than with traditional homeowners policies, which makes this type of policy perfect for individuals with luxury estates. The value of your home and possessions is factored into your specific policy.<br />\nObviously, all homes (and the possessions within) have different total values, and your personal estate will demand coverage needs tailored specifically for you. Your policy will even provide coverage in the event that your home is badly damaged and needs to be rebuilt — up to its original value.<br />\n </p>\n<p>Why Traditional Homeowners Insurance Policies May Not Be Enough<br />\nThe Number of High-Net-Worth Households in the US</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Beyond just understanding that typical homeowners insurance policies may not be enough to meet your unique needs, it&#8217;s helpful to see the specific breakdown of where they might come up short.</p>\n<p>Traditional homeowners policies typically place caps of $1,000 to $2,000 each on coverage for items such as furs, silver, jewelry, and fine art.<br />\nPurchasing separate riders on these items may only increase your full coverage to $10,000 for each category of personal belongings.<br />\nHomeowners policies typically limit the cap on contents coverage at 50% to 70% of your home’s value — usually not enough for high-wealth individuals and collectors.</p>\n<p>Basically, a high-value home insurance policy helps to fill in the gaps that would be left by a traditional homeowners insurance policy. When dealing with potentially replacing or repairing luxury estates and valuables, these are gaps you can&#8217;t afford not to fill.<br />\nHow Is High-Value Home Insurance Different?<br />\nHigh-value home insurance addresses the issue of coverage needs that extend beyond the coverage caps locked on to numerous categories by traditional homeowners insurance policies. <br />\nWith high-value home insurance, the need to purchase separate endorsements or insurance riders in order to cover the additional value is eliminated. </p>\n<p>Typical limits for high-value items in standard home insurance</p>\n<p>Jewelry<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Furs<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Photo &amp; Video Equipment<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Musical Instruments<br />\n$2,500</p>\n<p>Silverware<br />\n$2,500</p>\n<p>Golf Equipment<br />\n$2,500</p>\n<p>Fine Art<br />\n$2,500</p>\n<p>Computer/Electronic Equipment<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Postage<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Stamps<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Coins<br />\n$200</p>\n<p>Firearms<br />\n$2,500</p>\n<p>Bikes<br />\n$1,500</p>\n<p>Individuals with an extensive list of luxury items requiring higher coverage amounts can get all their needs met, wrapped up in one neat and tidy policy. To make matters even better, having a single policy without extraneous endorsements or riders will ultimately save you money.<br />\n <br />\nWhat Constitutes a High-Value Home?</p>\n<p>High-value home insurance sounds great, but how do you determine if your home is a candidate for this type of policy? Well, some insurance companies offer high-value policies for homes valued at $300,000 or more, but most won&#8217;t insure homes under $750,000 in value. Some policies even begin at the $1 million mark when it comes to estate values.<br />\nKeep in mind that home values vary throughout the country, and that insurance companies differ in their coverage requirements. You&#8217;ll need to shop around to find the best policy, since not all the available options will apply to your unique needs.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nWhy Do Luxury Homes Need Special Insurance?<br />\nNow that we&#8217;ve covered how high-value home insurance differs from standard homeowners insurance, it&#8217;s important to determine why luxury homes need to be insured in the first place. Here are just a few reasons why luxury estate owners should look into getting coverage:</p>\n<p>Luxury home owners may have hired staff (for cleaning, cooking, etc.) in addition to other guests in their home at any given time. With all these extra bodies in and around the estate, homeowners may rightfully be concerned about theft. <br />\nPossessions that are higher-value are also highly attractive to burglars. In addition to loss due to theft, burglars may also cause damage to the home or property upon their intrusion, resulting in more financial loss.<br />\nLuxury items that appreciate in value (i.e., custom stained-glass windows from Italy, a cellar stocked with fine wines from France, Persian rugs, etc.) may not have their full potential worth realized by standard homeowners insurance policies. </p>\n<p>Only a high-value home insurance policy can recognize and honor the full value of your luxury estate and possessions. <br />\nIn the event of a catastrophe that requires the replacement of your belongings or the rebuilding of your home, you&#8217;ll need an elite home insurance policy from a company that not only understands your unique coverage needs, but also values your items as much as you do.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nCoverage Options for High-Value Home Insurance<br />\nBecause high-value home insurance providers understand that your unique needs extend beyond traditional policies, they offer several options to choose from in order to create complete coverage designed specifically for you.</p>\n<p>Excess liability and umbrella liability coverage: These policies provide the full coverage necessary in the event that a lawsuit is filed against a high-value homeowner, including financial reimbursement for legal fees, fines, and restitution. <br />\nLiability insurance for domestic help: Should one of your domestic help employees suffer an injury on the job, this coverage will take care of the medical expenses as well as lost wages while they are unable to work. This insurance also covers fees in the event that you are sued and deemed responsible for their injuries.<br />\nFlood insurance: Homeowners insurance policies typically do not provide flood coverage. Floods can cause damage to your property and possessions, and water damage is one of the most common (and costly) home insurance claims across the board. Since typical flood insurance (provided by the National Flood Insurance Program) does not provide even close to enough coverage for luxury estates, high-value home insurance companies include it as part of their package.<br />\nIdentity theft insurance: Identity theft crimes are on the rise, and individuals with a high net worth are ideal targets for these criminals. This aspect of your insurance provides coverage for legal fees required to clean up the mess, and will potentially reimburse you for financial losses suffered while victimized.<br />\nKidnap and ransom insurance: Criminals also target high-net-worth individuals for prospective ransom payments. In the event of an incident, this coverage will help with costs required to meet the criminal&#8217;s demands, as well as for hiring the expert assistance necessary to resecure and protect your loved ones.<br />\nCoverage for vacation homes: Many insurers also provide coverage for additional structures, including pool houses and vacation homes. Combining this coverage into one policy is a strategy to save money while maintaining the full coverage you need.<br />\nMedical coverage for pets: Some high-value home policies even extend to pets. This coverage provides medical insurance policies to cover vet bills and possibly even boarding costs, should your home become temporarily uninhabitable due to a disaster.</p>\n<p>How Do Insurance Companies Determine Property Values?</p>\n<p>Richest States in America 2019</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Typically, an insurance company will send out an expert appraiser to your estate to examine, assess, and document the value of your home and luxury possessions, including jewelry, artwork, collectibles, antiques, and custom materials/construction. <br />\nShould you disagree with the final report given by the appraisal, you may request a second appraisal, or appeal it by conducting your own expert assessment.<br />\nYour coverage needs may change over the years as you redecorate, renovate, or otherwise revamp your home. Your insurance company may require periodic assessments in order to accurately keep your coverage up to date. <br />\nAn assessment of your estate, as well as a review of your insurance policy, is encouraged at least once every five years.<br />\nTo read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(2868,1052,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 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et_pb_section_3 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_6\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_6  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_6  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Storage Unit Insurance</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_7\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_7  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_7  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Self storage is multibillion dollar industry in the US. Millions of Americans keep property in some sort of storage unit, either temporarily or long-term. In fact, 1 out of every 10 Americans rents off-site storage—it&#8217;s the fastest-growing segment of the commercial real estate industry over the past few decades. <br />\nAccording to the Self Storage Association, the nonprofit trade organization for self storage business owners, the industry made $24 billion last year. On average, a 10&#215;10-foot storage unit rented for $115 per month for a non-climate controlled unit, and $146 for climate-controlled.<br />\nMost demand for storage units is for temporary reasons. When people move, divorce, experience a death in the family or are displaced by a natural disaster, storage units help keep their belongings safe while they find long-term placement. <br />\nUnfortunately, these units are not immune to disaster themselves. That’s why it’s important to secure your property with storage unit insurance.<br />\nUse this independent agent matching tool to find the best insurance solution in your area. Briefly describe what you&#8217;re looking for, and the tool will recommend the best agents for you. Any information you provide will sent only to the agent you pick.<br />\nWhy Do I Need Insurance for My Storage Unit?<br />\nAccording to FBI statistics, more than 1 million storage units are destroyed by arson every year, causing an average of $11,000 in damage. Only 20% of arsonists who set storage units ablaze are ever arrested, making it highly unlikely that you will receive restitution. <br />\nThese figures don&#8217;t include accidental fire damage, which causes millions more in lost property. You&#8217;ll want a self storage insurance policy to help you repair or replace your damaged property.<br />\nMany storage units offer video surveillance and other security measures. However, even if a theft is recorded, you may never see your property again. Unfortunately, once items are stolen, it’s unlikely that the police will recover and return them. <br />\nFBI statistics indicate that stolen property is recovered at a dismal average of 3% to 12%, depending on the item (excluding motor vehicles, which are recovered about half the time). Crime data show that jewelry is more easily recovered than household goods such as furniture. <br />\nA family heirloom is easier to track than a coffee table. However, many self storage insurance policies have limitations on what they cover. It’s important to review your policy options carefully before keeping Great-Aunt Mabel’s diamond necklace in a storage facility.  <br />\nWhat If My Property Is Already Insured?<br />\nYour homeowners, renters or business insurance may cover the reason you&#8217;re renting a storage unit in the first place if you are displaced by a tornado, fire or other natural event. In these circumstances, you may already have coverage, as long as the items are listed on your policy. <br />\nThis coverage is almost always on a temporary basis and may have more limitations than if the property was still in your home or apartment. Off-premises home insurance coverage often has a limit of $1,000 or 10% of the policy&#8217;s personal property limit, whichever is greater. <br />\nThat means if the personal property limit is $100,000, up to $10,000 worth of property in a storage unit could be covered. Be sure to carefully review any existing insurance policy to find out if additional storage unit insurance may be necessary.<br />\nIf you are in the process of moving, however, you may not have an existing insurance policy and you will want to find insurance for your storage unit.<br />\nWhat If the Self Storage Facility Offers Insurance?<br />\nSelf storage facilities often require proof of insurance before renting the unit. Less scrupulous operators neglect to tell the potential renters about this fact until the day they move in, and then immediately demand proof of insurance before handing over the keys. <br />\nThis forces the customer to purchase a policy from the facility. To prevent feeling rushed or forced, go in with proof of insurance. Many storage policies reimburse only for an item’s cash value at the time of loss, which may be less than the replacement cost. <br />\nIt’s always best to look for a number of quotes from different storage unit insurance companies rather than settling for the facility’s policy, which can be expensive while offering less coverage.<br />\nCommon exclusions in these policies include:</p>\n<p>Missing items. Items can only be considered stolen as part of a burglary if there is physical evidence of a break-in. If an item goes missing from your storage unit, it&#8217;s considered a “mysterious disappearance” and isn’t covered.<br />\nDamage from insects, rodents and other vermin. These exclusions are similar to homeowners and renters policies. Be sure to ask the facility operator how they manage the local moth and rat populations.<br />\nExpensive items and documents. Policies offered at the storage facility can be more exclusionary than third-party insurance coverage. Exclusions usually include jewelry, art, furs, collectibles, cash, deeds, securities and other documents. Your homeowners or renters insurance allow you to purchase riders to cover these normally excluded items. However, this additional and vital protection is most often not offered through the facility’s insurance.<br />\nMotor vehicles. Most of these policies also exclude vehicles. You may not have auto insurance on the car or truck you wish to store, so you will want to secure a car insurance policy or opt for a self storage insurance policy from a third party that includes such coverage.</p>\n<p>Where Can I Find the Best Storage Unit Insurance?<br />\nWhether you are moving, have experienced a covered natural disaster, or simply wish to store some property while you renovate a room in your home, you want to be sure your belongings are covered, no matter where you keep them. <br />\nIndependent agents can help you review any existing policies you may have so you are certain everything is covered. These agents can also assist you in finding multiple quotes from a variety of insurance providers, enabling you to choose a self storage insurance policy with the best coverage at the most affordable rates.<br />\n&nbsp;<br />\nTo read the full article, click here.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section -->\n'),(3141,1155,'_et_pb_truncate_post_date','2021-03-16 03:08:53'),(3142,1155,'_et_builder_version','VB|Divi|4.0.9'),(3143,1155,'_et_pb_show_page_creation','off'),(3144,1159,'_edit_lock','1608318288:1'),(3145,1159,'_edit_last','1'),(3146,1159,'_et_pb_post_hide_nav','default'),(3147,1159,'_et_pb_page_layout','et_right_sidebar'),(3148,1159,'_et_pb_side_nav','off'),(3149,1159,'_et_pb_use_builder','on'),(3150,1159,'_et_pb_built_for_post_type','page'),(3151,1159,'_et_pb_ab_subjects',''),(3152,1159,'_et_pb_enable_shortcode_tracking',''),(3153,1159,'_et_pb_ab_current_shortcode','[et_pb_split_track id=\"1159\" /]'),(3154,1159,'_et_pb_custom_css',''),(3155,1159,'_et_pb_gutter_width','3'),(3156,1159,'_thumbnail_id',''),(3157,1159,'_et_pb_first_image',''),(3158,1159,'_et_pb_truncate_post','<div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_2 et_section_regular\">\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">How to Insure Your Musical Instruments</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_5\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>If you’d rather be strumming away at your guitar or playing a tune on your piano than thinking about your insurance needs, you’re not alone. <br />\nBut protecting your investment in a musical instrument is probably something you think about regularly, especially if you travel with it. Musical instrument insurance can provide peace of mind.<br />\nDo I Need Musical Instrument Insurance?<br />\nIf you’re not certain you really need to insure that musical instrument that cost you thousands of dollars — whether it&#8217;s cello or a baby grand piano — consider just a few of the ways people experience loss or damage to their instruments each year:</p>\n<p>Overexposure to humidity<br />\nWater damage during storage or from burst pipes and flooding<br />\nBeing dropped, for example, by a baggage handler at the airport<br />\nDamaged or lost during transportation<br />\nLost or stolen while you’re traveling or on vacation<br />\nDestroyed in a house fire or other disaster</p>\n<p>Who Needs Instrument Insurance?<br />\nIf you own an expensive musical instrument, you are likely to need instrument insurance. If you have a child who is in a band or is taking private music lessons, insurance can protect your investment in the instrument while your young student is toting it around. <br />\nIf your child accidentally leaves the instrument on the bus never to be seen again, the proper insurance could replace it.<br />\nIf you are in a band, orchestra, or local symphony, it is definitely a good idea to get your instrument protected against loss, damage, or theft. If you transport your instrument to symphony halls, wedding receptions, or bars and musical venues, it is important to evaluate the risks you’ll face in transit.<br />\nThe amount of coverage you need is based on your instrument’s appraised value. An appraiser will take into account factors such as age, condition, and quality. If you have the appropriate coverage and something happens to the instrument, you won’t have to pay out of pocket to replace the instrument at full value.<br />\nDoes Homeowners Insurance Cover Musical Instruments?<br />\nA homeowners insurance policy typically provides some coverage for your non-professional musical instruments, although to ensure full coverage you may need a separate rider. <br />\nIf your instrument is damaged by water from a burst pipe or leaky roof, your homeowners coverage is likely to kick in, subject to any policy limits for personal belongings.<br />\nAs you evaluate your musical instrument insurance needs, also consider the following:</p>\n<p>A homeowners policy often carries high deductibles, while certain instrument insurance policies offer no-deductible options.<br />\nA homeowners policy won’t usually provide full coverage for professional instruments you use for paid performances.<br />\nA homeowners policy probably won’t cover your instrument if it was damaged by a flood or an earthquake.</p>\n<p>Because of the possible restrictions and limitations placed on musical instruments in a homeowners policy, you may want to consider a separate endorsement or instrument insurance policy that better meets your needs.<br />\nWhat Are the Costs for Piano, Violin, or Viola Insurance?<br />\nA few of the most expensive musical instruments include pianos, violas, and violins. Due to their value, they’re often insured under policies separate from a homeowners policy. Let’s take a look at the price of coverage for these frequently insured items.<br />\nPianos range in value, but it’s not uncommon for a Bosendorfer to cost over $50,000. Violas and violins, depending on their quality, can also cost thousands of dollars. Piano insurance, viola insurance, and violin insurance are all based on the instrument’s current list price.<br />\nDetermining your instrument’s value is necessary for selecting the amount of coverage you need.<br />\nInsurance premiums for these types of instruments can cost as little as $250 per year. If you elect to add additional limits to your homeowners policy, you’ll need to make sure the coverage is adequate based on your instrument’s replacement value.<br />\nMore What-If Scenarios for Musical Instrument Coverage<br />\nTo fully assess your level of risk and insurance needs, consider your use of the instrument, including any times when it may be out of your sight or may be at risk of damage. Assemble your questions and concerns for a discussion with your insurance agent.<br />\nYou may want to ask your agent the following questions:</p>\n<p>Will your instrument be covered if it is damaged while on loan to a friend?<br />\nWill it be covered if you rent it out?<br />\nWhat if you accidentally leave it in a taxi?<br />\nWill it be covered if you transport it out of the state? 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Millennials have begun celebrating the traveling home on wheels lifestyle. <br />\nAnd who can blame them? After all, with an RV, you get all the joys of travel rolled-up tight with the comforts of staying right on your couch. <br />\nShare of Americans planning to buy an RV (motorhome) in the next 12 months as of 2018, by age</p>\n<p>But before you go all-in and invest in your very own RV, you&#8217;ll want to make sure you&#8217;re set up with the right insurance coverage to protect you from any potential hazards of the road. <br />\nTypes of RVs and Motorhomes<br />\nBefore you can find out what type of insurance you need, you need to know how your vehicle is classified. So which is it:</p>\n<p>Class A motorhomes: Largest RVs on the road – a home on wheels<br />\nClass B motorhomes: The small RVs – a van with amenities<br />\nClass C motorhomes: Midsize models, sometimes called mini-motorhomes<br />\nMotorhome bus conversion: A bus converted to an RV<br />\nTravel trailers: Towable motorhomes typically attached by a trailer hitch<br />\nFifth wheels: Towable motorhomes attached to a truck with a fifth-wheel hitch<br />\nTruck campers: Add-on campers attached to a truck bed</p>\n<p>When you talk to your agent, this will be where you start. And once they&#8217;ve established what your main goals are with your RV, you can move on to the coverages you need.<br />\nWhy Do I Need RV Insurance?<br />\nYour RV is pretty much a combo of your home and your car. And despite being on wheels, it still includes homey comforts like a bed, dishes, a TV, and even a fridge. That means your policy coverage needs to be a bit more extensive, to reflect the protection you need. Think of it kinda like this:</p>\n<p>Now, you most likely financed your RV through a bank. And more often than not, the lender will require insurance for your RV in order to finalize the deal and protect their investment in you. So in this case, it is mandatory.<br />\nBeyond that, most US states require a liability policy at an absolute minimum to cover any property damage, medical costs, or legal fees that come along with an accident. <br />\nSeveral states go even further, requiring uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage in case you&#8217;re hit by another driver who doesn’t have insurance, or doesn&#8217;t have enough to pay for the damage. <br />\nJust now, required or not, proper coverage is always recommended. After all, you never know what type of incidents you&#8217;ll encounter out on the road. And without the right protection in place, you&#8217;ll be paying it all out of pocket.<br />\nWhat Does RV Insurance Cover?<br />\nYour RV insurance policy can cover a number of situations. In most cases, your coverage limits are typically up to you, with the exception of areas that have already put legal minimums in place. <br />\nFor convenience, some RV owners just add coverage to their personal auto policy (PAP). But beware, this can leave a significant number of coverage gaps in your personal property and liability. It’s recommended you have a higher limit on your coverage that&#8217;s more inclusive of the specific incidents that occur with RVs.<br />\nOne big factor in deciding the type of coverage you need is how you plan on using it. If you only use your RV occasionally for seasonal trips or as a permanent residence without moving it, you probably don&#8217;t need a lot of protection. <br />\nBut if you&#8217;re constantly traveling the roads, you&#8217;ll need specialized coverage called full-timers coverage (See below.) <br />\nNow that we have that established, let’s start with some standard coverage options available:</p>\n<p>Liability insurance: Covers the costs associated with any injuries or property damage you&#8217;re responsible for due to an accident.<br />\nCollision: Covers the costs to repair or replace your damaged or destroyed vehicle after an accident.<br />\nComprehensive: Formally known as &#8220;other than collision,&#8221; this portion of your policy covers damage to your vehicle from things like theft and weather damage.<br />\nPersonal injury protection/medical payments: Pays medical bills and other expenses whether you’re at fault or not<br />\nUninsured/underinsured motorists: Protects you financially if the other driver doesn’t have any car insurance or not enough to pay for all expenses.</p>\n<p>Additional coverage options can include the following:</p>\n<p>Total loss replacement: Pays to replace your RV in the event of a total loss. This is usually only available for brand-new RVs that have never had a previous owner. <br />\nPhysical damage coverage: Covers physical damage or theft.<br />\nPet injury coverage: Covers vet fees for an injury to an animal or replacement costs for death.<br />\nTowing and roadside assistance: Covers the cost for a professional to help fix covered problems or to tow your vehicle to a repair shop.<br />\nAttached accessories: Coverage helps to repair or replace things like antennas and awnings.<br />\nPersonal effects coverage: Covers personal property like dishes and sporting equipment.<br />\nVacation liability: Covers the cost of bodily injury or property damage that occurs when the RV is being used as a temporary residence.</p>\n<p>For full-timers, though, coverage options will typically have higher liability limits similar to a homeowners policy. Options can include:</p>\n<p>Full-timers personal liability<br />\nFull-timers medical payments coverage<br />\nFull-timers loss assessment coverage<br />\nFull-timers secured storage contents coverage</p>\n<p>Miscellaneous Coverage Features<br />\nPolicies can carry a number of different coverages, which can typically be added through an endorsement. An insurance endorsement is an addition to your insurance contract that provides unique coverage not listed in your original policy and can include:</p>\n<p>Emergency expense<br />\nRental reimbursement<br />\nMiscellaneous vehicles<br />\nLoan/Lease payoff<br />\nCoverage suspension</p>\n<p>How Much Does RV Insurance Cost?<br />\nBecause no two RVs and their drivers are the same, no two policies are the same. 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While the majority of these tornadoes occur in the area known as Tornado Alley, they can, and do, happen all over the country. <br />\nTornadoes are among the most expensive natural disasters. In fact, about 57% of all US catastrophic losses are tornado-related. You can minimize your risk of financial burden in the aftermath of a tornado with insurance.<br />\nFacts about Tornadoes</p>\n<p>Tornado wind speeds can reach 250 mph.<br />\nTornadoes can be a mile wide and can travel on the ground for as much as 50 miles.<br />\nAbout 3 out of 4 of the world’s tornadoes occur in the United States.<br />\nTornadoes have been reported in all 50 states and have happened in all seasons.<br />\nOn average, tornadoes cause 70 fatalities and 1,500 injuries in the US each year.</p>\n<p>What Is Tornado Insurance?<br />\nUnlike floods or hurricanes, tornadoes are generally covered under homeowners insurance policies and do not require a separate endorsement, or rider. <br />\nBecause of the potential for extensive damage, homeowners are strongly advised to review their policies to make sure their coverage is sufficient if a tornado touchdown occurs.<br />\nIf you rent your home or live in a condominium, you will want to be sure that you have renters or condo insurance to cover your property. <br />\nWhile your landlord or condo association will have a policy in place to cover damage to the structure of your home, personal belongings kept inside are not covered under these policies.<br />\nTo obtain coverage for tornado damage to your vehicle, you will need to have a comprehensive car or truck insurance policy in place. 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Most homeowners policies cap certain categories of items based on the total coverage amount of the policy. <br />\nIf you have a lot of expensive electronic equipment, artwork or collectibles, or own anything of extraordinary value, you may need additional endorsements to fully cover them.<br />\nYou may want to consider paying a little extra to get replacement value insurance coverage. Replacement value insurance will provide you with reimbursement for what it would cost to purchase new what was lost or damaged, rather than receiving compensation for the items at their depreciated value. <br />\nIf you find yourself in a position where you need to replace everything in your home, this type of coverage can prove extremely beneficial.</p>\n<p>Insurance professionals recommend making an inventory of all the belongings in your home and updating it annually.</p>\n<p>Walking through your home with a video camera and keeping the recording in a safe place can help prove the value of your belongings during the claims process.<br />\nStay Safe during a Tornado<br />\nWhile securing your personal belongings and valuables is important, protecting yourself and your family should be your top priority when a tornado watch is in effect. <br />\nYour family should have a plan in place so that you can quickly find shelter, particularly if you live in a vulnerable structure such as a mobile home. 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Here are four ways you can jump-start your day.<br />\nCompete to beat your time. Time yourself on a routine task. For example, how long does it take you to make breakfast? Read and respond to 12 emails? Or prepare the weekly report? Turn these routine tasks into a competition with yourself and see how fast you can go. You will be surprised at how much you can accomplish and how motivated you are to take on the day.<br />\nOrganize and empower your Type-A perfectionist to take the driver’s seat. Straighten up your workspace, file emails, or alphabetize your spices. Then stand back, admire your work, and tell yourself you did a great job. 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For example, administration, team development, sales, prospecting, or writing. Review your tasks and the core accountabilities of your job to determine your theme days. Once you have identified your themes, select a theme or themes for each day of the week. Note the theme for that day on your calendar, and complete tasks and projects aligned to that theme.<br />\nR – Results: Commit to your results. When you are asked to attend a meeting without an agenda or join a call to “catch-up,” remember that every time you say yes to a request, you are saying no to something else. Honor you and your time. Intentionally say “yes” and “no” to requests for your time.<br />\nCELEBRATE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND SUCCESSES<br />\nIn a remote work environment, it’s difficult to receive the affirmation and praise you readily heard in your office. Gone are the days of a “thank-you” in the break room from your colleague or the “great job on the presentation” from your boss as you walk past their office. 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