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10 Things You Need To Know About Hurricane Insurance Claims
Becoming a Homeowner Hurricane damage? Know what’s covered, what isn’t, and how to make the most of your policy if you need to file a claim.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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10 Things You Need to Know About Retiring to Florida
Making Your Money Last If Florida is part of your retirement plan, we offer up a few tips to help you find your way.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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5 Ways a Bad Credit Report Can Hurt You
credit & debt A bad credit report or low credit score can do more than just affect your ability to get a loan.
By Cameron Huddleston Last updated
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What Factors Affect Your Home Insurance Cost?
Eight features influence your home insurance cost. Here's how to whittle down your premium.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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Farmers Direct Is Latest Insurer To Leave California Market
The Farmers subsidiary has begun to send non-renewal notices in California, adding to a growing list of insurers exiting the market.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Six Surprising Things Home Insurance Doesn't Cover
Home insurance protects you from a lot, but not from damage caused by floods, earthquakes, sinkholes, water leaks and a number of other risks.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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More Insurance Companies Are Leaving California
Home and auto insurance coverage is getting harder to come by in California and other disaster-prone regions.
By Jamie Feldman Published
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Home Insurers To Be Scrutinized In Climate-Risk Study
For the first time, property insurers will send data, including recent coverage pullbacks in several states, to the Treasury Department for a climate-related financial risks study.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
savings Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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