Your homeowner's insurance policy is meant to protect your home, your property, and your belongings. It also limits your liability exposure. You would expect your coverage to include theft, vandalism, or storm damages - but your homeowner coverages also might include a few surprises. Let's [...]
Take this annual opportunity to revisit some essential home safety tips; designed to keep your home and family safe over the holidays.
Be sure to work with your insurance agent to create a checklist of deadlines and requirements to stay on track to a successful purchase.
Home construction experts estimate that one in four home renovation projects can increase the property's value significantly - up to 25 percent or more. However, many homeowners neglect to increase their insurance coverage to reflect the new value of their largest investment. Most homeowners' policies [...]
In Florida, we are deep into summer and the true dog days are yet to arrive. As the heat increases and our long, sunny days become more difficult to bear, swimming becomes a welcome relief. From backyard family pools to the Gulf of Mexico, swimming [...]
Everyone who has a home and a mortgage is required to have a homeowner's insurance policy. While most people are aware of the basic coverages available to Sarasota and Manatee residents, there are a lot of forms and riders which comprise total coverage. While some [...]
For Floridians, hurricane season requires annual vigilance and preparation. Whether a tropical storm is on its way, or a major hurricane is bearing down - it is essential for prudent residents to protect their home and safety. While most are aware of the basic tips to prepare for these named storms, an annual review is a smart move for any homeowner.
In the Sarasota area, impact windows have been written into the building code - meaning that a certain quality of window is required in new construction or if you replace windows in an older home.
Your roof protects your home and belongings. There are compelling reasons to inspect and repair the roof prior to the beginning of hurricane season.
Companies such as Airbnb have taken hold as a popular short term rentals alternative to hotels or more traditional overnight stays.. do you need an insurance policy to cover these?