How to Improve the Indoor Air Quality of Your Home
While people expect air pollution in urban centers like New York City, studies have shown that indoor air quality can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air.…
Why Good Tenants Renew Their Leases
Every landlord wants to find good tenants who pay their rent on time, treat the property with respect, and follow the rules established in the lease. Considering the many expenses…
5 Improvements That Add Value to Rental Properties
When evaluating improvements for rental property, the smartest choices are both strategic and marketable. Landlords often face the same challenges as homeowners, such as budget limitations and cash flow concerns.…
Protect Your Home While Traveling
Before heading off on that long-awaited vacation, make sure to protect your home and belongings during your absence. These simple steps can reduce your risk of a break-in and address…
Natural Disasters Endanger Homes, Families … and Insurance Rates
When a natural disaster strikes, that fire, earthquake, hurricane or tornado isn’t just affecting people in the area. It’s affecting you and your insurance premiums. Two key takeaways: The increasing…
Enjoy the Outdoors with These Summer Safety Tips
With kids out of school and sunshine (usually) in abundance, the summer months are the perfect time to get outside. Sometimes, these activities involve travel—to a beach or pool or…
Keep Summer Fun with These Grilling Safety Tips
With the official arrival of summer, many people enjoy spending the warm evenings outside, grilling on a barbecue in their yard or at a public park. Whether you’re organizing an…
Should You Convert Your Gas Stoves to Electric?
By now, you’ve no doubt heard about the Climate Mobilization Act. Dubbed New York City’s Green New Deal, the legislation seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 80%…
How to Prepare for a Meeting with an Insurance Adjuster
After you’ve weighed the pros and cons of filing a claim, spoken to your insurance broker, and filed the actual claim, your homeowners insurance company will send an insurance adjuster…
Does Your Insurance Reflect Your Current Lifestyle?
When the COVID-19 pandemic upended people’s lives and routines, it caused many to reassess their living and work situations. Vacation homes became primary residences. Long-deferred home improvement projects moved to…