15 Essential Things You Should Know About Your New House
Posted: March 28, 2023
Moving into a new house is an exciting time. But it can also come with a steep learning curve.From the moment you get the keys, you’ll start to discover what makes your home unique – including the many systems that make it function.As you familiarize yourself with the ins and outs of a new space, it helps to start with the basics. Because, let’s be...
Helping Your Home Recover from Winter
Posted: March 15, 2023
There’s a sense of deep pride that comes with being a homeowner. But with that satisfaction comes its share of weekend home improvement projects and upkeep, too.Winter is usually rough on your home. Once snow, ice, wind and freezing temperatures calm down, spring is a good time to check how your home withstood the season. When spring arrives, here’s a list of projects to help...
Help Your House Recover from Frost Heave
Posted: March 1, 2023
Frost heave occurs when ice forms underneath soil. As the frozen soil switches between freezing and thawing, it can cause the very foundation of your house to shift since frozen soil has about 10 percent more volume than dry soil. This can lead to serious structural damage to your foundation. Unfortunately, frost heave is not covered under most homeowners policies. Frost heave can happen in...
The Ultimate Guide to Downsizing
Posted: February 13, 2023
As you approach retirement age, life is full of transitions. Your adult children grow up and move out on their own. You prepare to say goodbye to full-time work for good. And if you’re like many baby boomers, you may also think about downsizing your home.According to a report from Zillow Group, 24% of recent home buyers were age 60 or older – a 47%...
Baby on Board: Insurance Checkup for New Parents
Posted: February 8, 2023
If you’re about to enter the realm of parenthood, one thing’s for certain: everything in life is about to change.You’ll trade late nights out for sleepless nights in. You’ll master new skills – like changing diapers and soothing a newborn. And most importantly, you’ll have the responsibility of caring for a new member of your family.Having your first child is a huge milestone. And like...