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What Is the 80% Rule in Home Insurance?
Make sure your home isn't underinsured by following the 80% rule in home insurance. Here's what you need to know.
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Should You Get Home or Car Insurance Through Costco?
Costco car and home insurance policies offer many perks for Costco members, including discounts and extra coverage options for more protection.
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Why Does It Take Insurers So Darn Long to Pay Claims?
The process of verification, investigation and cost assessment after a loss is complex and goes beyond simply cutting a check.
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Is Home Insurance Required? Not Necessarily, But That Doesn't Mean You Should Drop It
Home insurance is required by most mortgage lenders. But even if your home is paid off, does it make financial sense to drop coverage?
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How to Prevent an Emergency When Flying With Your Pet
More and more pet owners are including their pets in their travel plans. Here's how to do that safely and with as little stress as possible.
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Financial Fact vs Fiction: The Truth About Social Security Entitlement (and Reverse Mortgages' Bad Rap)
Despite the 'entitlement' moniker, Social Security and Medicare are both benefits that workers earn. And reverse mortgages can be a strategic tool for certain people. Plus, we're setting the record straight on three other myths.
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Seven Reasons Your Home Insurance Costs Are Surging
Home insurance costs are skyrocketing, with specific factors driving the surge. Here's how to whittle down your premium.
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12 FAQs About Medicare
Medicare When you turn 65, you have to master a new health care system. We’re here to help.
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Nine Easy Home Hardening Projects That Also Save on Insurance
These easy home hardening projects can protect your home from the elements — and might lower your home insurance premium.
