Friday, April 28, 2017Homeowners policies typically cover the average dog bite claim, but you’ll need an umbrella policy to protect you if your dog causes a more serious injury. Dog bites accounted for more than one-third of all homeowners insurance liability claim dollars paid out in 2012, costing insurers more than $489 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute and State Farm. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 21, 2017A home inventory of your belongings for insurance purposes is a relatively inexpensive way to make any future claims go smoother. Creating a home inventory for insurance doesn’t need to be complicated. All you really need is a pencil and paper. READ MORE >>
Friday, October 7, 2016The case of the tenacious terrorist Claims consultant Chris Tidball has worked for P&C carriers for more than 20 years, in roles ranging from claims adjusting to management. He has enough crazy claims stories to fill a book--which, in fact, he's literally working on right now. READ MORE >>
Friday, September 30, 2016Like emergency room doctors, cops and priests in the confessional booth, insurance people are being asked to clean up the messes that people make--and worse, they’re expected to pay for them. It’s little wonder that veteran insurance people can get a bit jaded. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 15, 2016Your dog isn't just a good dog -- he's your best friend who wouldn't hurt a flea. But you might have to prove it to get your home insurance company to cover him, especially if he belongs to a breed with a reputation as aggressive. READ MORE >>
Friday, January 8, 2016It's time to unveil the newest dishonorees of the Insurance Fraud Hall of Shame; the perpetrators of the year's most brazen, vicious or just plain klutzy insurance misadventures. All of these extreme schemers were convicted or had other legal closure in the last year. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 Last year, dog bites accounted for more than 1/3 of all homeowner liability claims (Insurance Information Institute). Each company will have their own policy regarding dog owners, but there are some important factors to consider if you own a dog or are considering the addition to your family. READ MORE >>
Monday, August 1, 2011 Insurance Information Institute's new, free web tool called KnowYourStuff, highlights the importance of keeping an updated inventory of your things.. photos, reciepts and appraisals, can all be attached and stored online! An accurate READ MORE >>
Tuesday, June 21, 2011 Do you know if your homeowners' policy covers you in case of a fire or earthquake? What about mold or water damage? Does it matter where the water came from? What about your dog? Okay sure, but what about if an ex tries to burn down your house? READ MORE >>
Tuesday, May 3, 2011ACE Private Risk Services estimates that homeowners could save $8.5 BILLION annually by implementing automatic water leak detection & shut-off devices. The US Environmental Protection Agency reports that on average 11,000 gallons of water per home are wasted annually as a result of small water leaks or dripping faucets! READ MORE >>
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