Friday, April 7, 2017

April Showers Are Coming: Facts About Flood Insurance

In general, flood insurance is only available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). A few private insurers offer excess flood insurance. READ MORE >>

Friday, March 31, 2017

How to Assess Your Home Insurance Policy

Home insurance plans tend to get ignored until they’re needed, and that can be a costly mistake for homeowners. “Most homes in the U.S. READ MORE >>

Friday, March 24, 2017

3 Things Dog Owners Need to Know About Homeowners Insurance

Up to 47% of American households have a dog, and for insurance companies, these households represent a risk. In 2013, homeowners insurance policies paid out some $483 million in dog bite liability claims. READ MORE >>

Friday, March 10, 2017

Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for Long-Term-Care Insurance

It's a decision many baby boomers are grappling with: Should I buy long-term-care insurance? The decision has never been more difficult. According to researchers at Georgetown University and Penns... READ MORE >>

Friday, March 3, 2017

Does health insurance increase your lifespan?

The mortality rate in Massachusetts declined substantially in the four years after the state enacted a law in 2006 mandating universal health care coverage, providing the model for the Affordable Care Act. READ MORE >>

Friday, February 24, 2017

5 things to know on children's life insurance

Policies for children represent a small fraction of the life insurance market, but they made the news this week after a court hearing for a Georgia man accused of killing his young son by leaving him in a hot car. READ MORE >>

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Love Your Valentine’s Day Gift? Insure It!

It’s Valentine’s Day, and thoughts of people everywhere turn to … jewelry. About one of four Americans buys jewelry, spending $2,000 per year on average, and industry experts ex... READ MORE >>

Friday, February 10, 2017

Many spend 15 minutes or less picking health insurance

Many people (41%) spent 15 minutes or less researching their health insurance plan options during the 2013 open enrollment period, according to a survey. That's far less time than they take on other major purchases. READ MORE >>

Friday, February 3, 2017

Hosting a Super Bowl party? Watch out for these 5 risks

Revisiting some old Super Bowl party tips that should still apply to this year.... The clock is counting down to kick-off time for this year’s Super Bowl , and you’re in the midst of party planning. READ MORE >>

Friday, January 27, 2017

Plan ahead: Insurance gaps to avoid over the years

As you age, your insurance needs change. While in your younger years you worry about protecting your property and income, protecting your assets becomes a higher priority later in life. READ MORE >>