Homeowner Articles
Insuring Rental Property: Factors That Affect Your Premiums
Whether you need homeowner’s insurance in Park Slope, renter’s insurance in the Bronx, or landlord insurance on the Upper East Side, insurance companies look at many of the same factors…
Homeowner’s Policy Quote: Why Do Insurance Companies Ask So Many Questions?
If you’ve ever filled out a form or called for a quote on a homeowner’s policy, you’ve probably noticed that the insurance company had questions. Lots of questions. Insurance agents…
Before Filing a Claim, Ask Yourself Three Questions
If your house burns down, burglars strip your home of valuables, or a tree caves in your roof, there’s no question. Contact your insurance company or agent/broker immediately, and start…
This Breaker Panel Has Caused Thousands of Fires. Do You Have One?
New York City is home to many charming, older buildings. You may own one or live in one. Unfortunately, there may be a major fire hazard living in it as…
How to Protect Yourself Against Home Repair Scams
A contractor knocks on your door with a great deal “because we just did work for your neighbor and have material left over.” An ad promises a super low price…
Homeowners Associations and Fraud: What You Need to Know
If you live in a property with a private homeowners' association (HOA), like many condominium and co-operative buildings in the New York City area, homeowner association fraud is a real…
Mind the Gaps (in Your Homeowners Insurance Policy)
You may not have considered homeowner's insurance policy gaps. You own a home. You buy homeowners insurance. Simple, right? Not always. There are a number of situations a standard homeowner’s…
Travelers Traverse: Protect Your Stuff, Your Identity … Even Your Vacation
With Travelers Traverse you can insure the things that matter the most to you—for less than $5 a month. Your phone (even if it’s lost or dropped). Your musical equipment.…
Don’t Make These 10 Expensive Homeowners Mistakes
Owning a home can be complicated. You have to maintain it, repair it, pay for it, insure it and maybe even renovate it. It can also get expensive. According to…
5 Situations When You Need to Contact Your Insurance Partner
When to contact your insurance partner? Say you’ve refinanced or paid off your home, or the lender has informed you that your mortgage has been sold to another lender. Maybe…