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Do I Need Tornado Insurance In My Area?

Do I Need Tornado Insurance In My Area?

According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), approximately 1,200 tornadoes touch down in the U.S. every year, with wind speeds as high as 300 mph. Peak tornado season is April through June or July. The most severe tornadoes tend to occur in the spring when they strike the Southeast, a more densely populated area than the Great Plains. III states that the South has more...

7 Most Common Driving Hazards & How To Avoid Them

7 Most Common Driving Hazards & How To Avoid Them

It can be hazardous to set out on the roadways today. Heavy traffic, dangerous driving behaviors, and other factors can turn our streets and highways into an obstacle course for motorists. The following are some of the most common driving hazards and what you can do to avoid them. Congested Traffic Traffic jams and congestion can lead to accidents. When you are driving in heavy...

What Insurance Do I Need To Rent Out My Home On Airbnb?

What Insurance Do I Need To Rent Out My Home On Airbnb?

Airbnb provides up to $1 million in liability insurance to protect its hosts against third-party claims for personal injury or property damage, as stated by the company. However, this coverage is limited to certain types of liability and is subject to certain conditions, limitations, and exclusions. Your homeowners insurance or renters insurance may not provide the additional coverage you need. Our knowledgeable agent will be...

Understanding The Difference: Standard Auto Insurance Vs. ATV Insurance

Understanding The Difference: Standard Auto Insurance Vs. ATV Insurance

All-terrain vehicles come with risks, and they can be expensive to replace when damaged in a crash. If you have an ATV, you won’t be able to rely on your car insurance to protect you. ATVs are not covered by standard auto insurance policies. Also, ATV insurance may be required by law if you ride in certain areas, such as state parks. On the upside,...

How Is Condo Insurance Different From Homeowners Insurance?

How Is Condo Insurance Different From Homeowners Insurance?

Whether the space you live in is a condo or a house, if you own your own home, you need insurance. Property owners are responsible not only for what happens to their property, but also for what happens to visitors on the premises. However, a condo is not the same type of structure as a house, and there are key differences between homeowners insurance and...

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