by Liz Ruggiero | Nov 15, 2019 | Exclusive Videos |
The issue of liability for injuries to others at your home depends on state law and the status of the injured person. If you invite guests to your home, you have a responsibility to alert them to any known hazards, such as broken steps or an icy sidewalk. You should...
by Liz Ruggiero | Nov 15, 2019 | Exclusive Videos |
Many homeowners make mistakes that cause appliances to break down, resulting in repair or replacement bills. Do the following to avoid damaging your appliances… Don’t overload your washing machine. Check pockets and zippers to avoid damaging the machine. Transfer...
by Liz Ruggiero | Nov 15, 2019 | Exclusive Videos |
Follow these tips to avoid being an easy target of identity theft while traveling… Only tell people who need to know about your upcoming vacation. Don’t discuss it on social media until you have returned. Have your mail picked up or held at the post office. Only take...
by Liz Ruggiero | Nov 15, 2019 | Exclusive Videos |
When remodeling your home, the last thing you want is to get stuck with a mess. Before you hire a contractor, ask about the cleanup policy, check references, and make sure the contract clearly addresses cleanup procedures. Look for ways to minimize messiness, such as...
by Liz Ruggiero | Nov 15, 2019 | Exclusive Videos |
Putting your house in a trust could help your family avoid the long, complicated and expensive probate process. A revocable, or living, trust would allow you to add or remove assets, change beneficiaries, or dissolve the trust. You would continue to own the property,...
by Liz Ruggiero | Nov 15, 2019 | Exclusive Videos |
A shiny new car can be tempting, but it could keep you from buying a house. A mortgage lender will look at your debt-to-income ratio. An expensive car payment could make your DTI too high to qualify for a home loan. An auto lender will check your credit. A hard...