by Susanne Dwyer | Jul 20, 2017 | CRISIS-Friendly, Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
A home’s roof is its most important feature, and for good reason. If the roof leaks or is damaged in some way, it can lead to a host of problems — and insurance claims. Many home insurance companies limit how they insure roofs, so it’s worthwhile before buying home...
by Susanne Dwyer | Jul 20, 2017 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
Flood damages to homes can be extensive. From 2011 to 2015, the average flood claim was for more than $46,000, and the average flood insurance premium in 2015 was $700, according to the National Flood Insurance Program, or NFIP. Dealing with the water damage quickly...
by Susanne Dwyer | Jul 20, 2017 | CRISIS-Friendly, Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
Financing solar panels for your home isn’t cheap. The good news is that there are many options. Based on the average house paying $75 per month for electricity, a solar system that generates that much power costs around $25,000 to $35,000, according to the Solar Power...
by Susanne Dwyer | Jul 18, 2017 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
Renting out your home can be a great way to make some extra money when you’re out of town and your home is sitting empty. All kinds of potential problems, however, may come to mind when considering renting your home — either to vacationers or long-term tenants. What...
by Susanne Dwyer | Jul 18, 2017 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
There’s more than the listing price to look at when buying a home. Other things are negotiable and can help make a house more affordable to buy. Some costs are common for sellers to pay for as part of the process to negotiate a home sale, such as closing costs,...
by Susanne Dwyer | Jul 18, 2017 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
A back yard can be one of the great joys of owning a home. It can also be full of hazards that can affect your homeowners insurance rates. Here are some issues to talk to your insurance agent about, or at least take precautions for: Swimming pool Local safety...