Many Americans tune out coverage of climate change, thinking the risks it poses will affect them “someday.” But with dangerous storms, excessive heat and droughts becoming more frequent and extreme, consumers are already feeling the...
Many Americans tune out coverage of climate change, thinking the risks it poses will affect them “someday.” But with dangerous storms, excessive heat and droughts becoming more frequent and extreme, consumers are already feeling the...
Insurance provides financial protection against the possibility of loss. Over your lifetime, your obligations shift, and the types of losses you could suffer change. That’s why it’s crucial to make sure your insurance continues to...
You’ve finally bought your first home and have little money available to furnish it, or you’re a traveling medical professional who just signed a six-month lease on an apartment. You’ve looked at the cost of...
Homeowners across the country are getting a shock when they open their 2022 property tax appraisal notices. These appraisals are often far higher than they were only a year ago. What will these higher appraisals...
Inflation has risen to levels not seen in the U.S. since the early 1980s. Interest rates are rising, too, and there are clear indications they will keep going. How do these factors affect today’s housing...
You might wonder why someone would turn down an inheritance, but it happens and often for good reason. Refusing to accept an inherited asset is known as disclaiming. An heir might disclaim an inheritance in...
Several types of insurance can come into play if you own a home. One of them is mortgage protection insurance. What does this insurance cover? Should you buy it? Here’s what you need to know....
If you run your business from home, you should know the IRS rules for claiming the home office tax deduction. Taking the deduction is a great way to save on your taxes, but you must...
We welcome clean fresh water in our kitchens and bathrooms, but sometimes water arrives uninvited and causes damage. Will your homeowners insurance pay for damage from unwanted water in your home? Like many things in...
No one wants a sewage backup in their home or yard. Sewage line problems are destructive, expensive health hazards. How can you spot a problem in the making? And will homeowners insurance cover a broken...
