5 Tips for Dealing with Hurricane Damage Insurance Claims
The first thing to know about hurricane insurance is that you need to choose the lowest deductible possible. A 10 percent deductible on a $500,000 home will cost you $50,000 out of pocket. The cost of the insurance will be higher overall, but save you considerable money when a hurricane strikes. The aftermath of a […]
How to Protect Your Home from Summer Storms
Summer storms can develop quickly over South Florida. They can contain strong winds, heavy rain and even hail, depending on conditions. There’s no way to tell if a simple summer rain will build into a severe summer storm. However, there are some precautions that individuals can take to protect their home from damage if a […]
Can You Trust Contractors Referred by Your Insurance Company
Locating a contractor to perform repairs, restorations or replacement to your home after a disaster can be a dauting endeavor. You want the work done as quickly as possible, especially if the home is uninhabitable, but you also want the highest quality work possible. In some instances, your insurer may have a network of preferred […]
Does Homeowner’s Insurance go up After a Claim?
The cost of homeowner’s insurance will typically increase when it’s time for renewal after you’ve filed a claim. Your insurer will view you as more likely to file a claim than other clients. That constitutes a risk in the view of insurers, with the potential that the insurance company will have to make a payout. […]