How insurance experts protect their homes while they’re on vacation.
Want to know how insurance experts protect their homes? All for you, we asked some of our team members how they keep it safe while they’re away. Here’s what they had to say: Get smart. Almost all the experts we asked used some form of smart technology to...
5 affordable ways to prevent break-ins.
You’ve seen TV commercials for sophisticated home security systems that do everything except beat up intruders themselves. These systems are getting more and more affordable, and they can give you some precious peace of mind. But before you invest in a system,...
5 affordable home staging tips to get your home sold, fast.
Professional home stagers get paid well to turn ordinary homes into hot properties. But if you can’t afford a professional, don’t worry. There are plenty of affordable ways to make your home more appealing to buyers. Get rid of stuff. Clutter not only makes your house...
Why I need great insurance — and where I got it, by Santa Claus.
If anyone needs insurance, it’s me — a 200-year-old man (give or take a few decades) who drives a sleigh at high altitudes, works with livestock and is responsible for hundreds of tiny employees working with sharp tools. So about 100 years ago, I sat down with a...
21 questions to ask before you rent an apartment.
While renting doesn’t come with the same commitment as a mortgage, it is a contractual obligation – which means once you’re in, it can be hard to get out. That’s why before you pick a property, it’s important to ask questions. Lots of questions. Make sure you...