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Snow Storm Preparedness
Snow Storm Preparedness

Snow Storm Preparedness

In the northeast, winter can be brutal. Just like other parts of the country encounter hurricanes or tornados, we have snowstorms. Snowstorms in the northeast can be so extreme that you could get snowed into your home for days on end and it’s important to be prepared ahead of time. Stock Your Pantry After a heavy snowfall or blizzard, power outages are likely. This could leave you depending on non-perishable food items while you wait to be dug out. Making sure that you have water, canned goods, and snacks on hand can be [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-12-13T12:01:04+00:00December 13th, 2022|

Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease
Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease

Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease

Congratulations! Finding a new apartment can be exciting. You have searched high and low, toured dozens of apartments, and finally found the perfect one. While you may have information such as the cost of rent and what utilities are included, some details may have been overlooked. Consider these important questions you may want to ask your potential landlord before signing your lease. Are there any move-in fees? Most apartments require more than just the first month’s rent in order to move in. Additional upfront costs can often include last month’s rent, security deposit, [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-12-06T12:00:46+00:00December 6th, 2022|

Preparing Your Home For Vacation
Preparing Your Home For Vacation

Preparing Your Home For Vacation

Summer is here and that means vacations are on the horizon! Whether you are going to a family beach trip or seeking thrills at your favorite amusement park, you don’t want your fun ruined by thoughts of what is going on at home. Give yourself some peace of mind by protecting your home from theft and damage while you are away. Here are some tips to help you prepare your home for your vacation: Appear Lived In. An empty house is an open invitation to intruders. Giving the appearance of activity in your [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-06-01T14:44:06+00:00June 26th, 2022|

Creating A Home Inventory
Creating A Home Inventory

Creating A Home Inventory

We’ve talked about why creating a home inventory catalog is important. Having a record of your possessions can help in the event of a claim or loss. Now, let’s discuss how exactly you go about creating a home inventory catalog… Step 1. Determine What Tool You Will Use. You could keep a simple written version, for example, check out this one from one of our carriers, or a digital format such as a spreadsheet or Google doc. There are even apps that will help you to create one, you can learn more about [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-04-26T17:33:18+00:00May 8th, 2022|

Flood Damage VS Water Damage
Flood Damage VS Water Damage

Flood Damage VS Water Damage

From flash floods to roof leaks, we’ve all heard the stories of someone who lost their home to water. The most commonly asked question we get in this case is what is flood damage vs water damage? Let’s dive in… no pun intended. Flood Damage Flood damage is defined by the National Flood Insurance Program as “A general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of two or more acres of normally dry land area or two or more properties from: Overflow of inland or tidal waters Unusual and rapid accumulation or [...]

Kali Jo Grove2022-04-26T17:37:39+00:00May 1st, 2022|