Shocker: you and your neighbor are paying different rates for renters insurance. You both live on the same side of town, in the same community, in the same sized unit. What gives? There are quite a few factors that determine…
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When lightning strikes
Two weekends ago my house was struck by lightning. Luckily, we were unharmed, but many of the electrical appliances suffered from the massive voltage. I am a renter who had to pay for the replacements and this is why I…
Why you should know what you own
Moving to a new apartment? You’ve happened upon the perfect occasion to take an inventory of your stuff. You might ask: Why would I want to do that? Well, the answer is simple. If your apartment burned down tomorrow, would…
3 Renters, 3 Reasons for Renters Insurance
Learn three great reasons to invest in renters insurance from renters just like you! With all of the hiccups that life may throw your way, a safety net definitely comes in handy. Renters insurance provides a safety net for tenants.…
Got pets? Get renters insurance
You thought you got off easy by locating an apartment community that doesn’t require renters insurance. Truth is, you’re better off with it than without it, especially if you own a pet. When you’re looking down into the beautiful hazel eyes…
Stay protected against summer hazards with renters insurance
With summer in full swing, you may be thinking about your next vacation rather than the necessity of renters insurance. Summer, however, is the perfect time to invest in coverage. Enjoy visitors, travel and summer weather with the financial safety…
Renting (and moving) gets easier
When it comes to moving, searching, applying and signing a lease on a new place should probably be considered the fun part. As soon as you’ve been approved to pick up your keys, a giant To Do List looms over…
Who needs renters insurance? Do you?
Renters insurance can be beneficial for all types of renters. But there are some common misconceptions by groups of apartment renters who may not realize they need coverage. The safe assumption to depend on is that if you are an…
5 Tips for being a good tenant
Now is a busy time in a lot of rental-heavy communities and with a lack of quality available units, property managers afford to be picky. Being a good tenant will ensure you a long and pleasant stay, as well as…
How to protect your home from natural disasters
2012 was the second consecutive year that the mid-Atlantic and Northeast suffered devastating impacts from a named storm. Both Sandy and Irene acted as devastating forces, wreaking havoc upon our lands. Storms struck many parts of the country, including tropical…