Home Insurance: Pride of Ownership

Dec 6 2011 There are perks to being a homeowner and then there are the not-so-perks about being a homeowner. I experienced one of those homeowner's not-so-perks this past weekend when my wife told me that if I wanted to get our... more ›

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Holiday Home Safety

Dec 2 2011 We want you and your home to be safe this holiday season. Your home insurance and health insurance are the last things we want you to have to use! Keep safe with these health & home insurance tips for holiday... more ›

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Christmas Light Safety Videos

Dec 1 2011 If you're celebrating Christmas in your home this year, make sure you decorate safely. Many home fires are started every year because unsafe methods or lights were used, or because lights were left on and unattended in... more ›

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The "New" Refinance Program - Can You Benefit?

Nov 11 2011 You’ve likely heard the news about the “new” refinance program that was recently announced to help underwater homeowner’s refinance and take advantage of our record low mortgage rates. Rather... more ›

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Utility Service Coverage and DIC policies: Protection from the Coming Storms

Sep 16 2011 Storms, rain, wind, flooding... Roads washing out, trees falling over, power lines coming down...  It's getting to be that time of the year again in the Northwest. Even though "that time of the year" is about nine... more ›

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Home Improvement is No Joke

Aug 25 2011 With the warmer weather and longer weekends, many of us are getting ready to do a little DIY (Do-It-Yourself). A word to the wise: 70 deaths per year are caused by DIY projects gone wrong. Keep this list in mind and... more ›

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Allergies in the Home

Aug 25 2011 Allergies are not just an inconvenience. Some people have severe reactions to normal, everyday items. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, don't spend another season being miserable: detoxify your home and breathe... more ›

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No More Phone Books

Aug 1 2011 If you're tired of phone books coming to your house, or can use the internet or your smartphone to find what you need rather than wasting the paper on an entire book, you can make a change for the better. Call 1-... more ›

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When should I review my home insurance?

May 13 2011 When should I, and how often do I need to review my home insurance? Ideally, you should look at your home insurance policy at least annually. More often if you make changes to your account, like purchasing appliances... more ›

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Breathe Easy with Cleaner Air

Apr 27 2011 Cleaner Air with Houseplants Houseplants are our often-overlooked helpers in ridding the air of pollutants and toxins, counteracting outgassing and contributing to balanced internal humidity. Find out which... more ›

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Home Insurance Cancellation: Your Vacant Home and What you Need to Know

Apr 27 2011 As the weather gets nicer and we get more active, you may be starting to think about planning summer vacations or doing a remodel on your home. If you're planning to not live in your home for an extended period of time,... more ›

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Natural Cleaners and Polish

Apr 5 2011 Greening Your Home Clean Your home is your sanctuary, but there are many chemicals used in keeping that sanctuary clean that could be damaging to your health and the environment. One of the easiest ways to reduce... more ›

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Quakes, Tsunamis, Floods, Landslides

Apr 5 2011 Quakes, Tsunamis, Floods, Landslides: Cover All of it by Getting a DIC (Difference in Condition) Insurance Policy A tragic earthquake and tsunami struck Japan this month, making news headlines around the world. While... more ›

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Home and Renters Insurance Tips

Apr 5 2011 Remodeling, renovation projects, and new purchases can add value to your home and satisfaction for you. It can also mean that your homeowners insurance coverage may need to be updated.   Check your home... more ›

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Natural Rug & Floor Cleaners

Mar 7 2011 Rug and Upholstery Cleaner Sprinkle corn meal, baking soda or cornstarch on dry rugs and vacuum. For a wet-cleaning, use club soda or soap-based rug shampoo (and an appropriate vacuum, of course).   Carpet... more ›

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Mold: Get the Damp out...

Mar 7 2011 The cleanliness of your home can have direct implications in your health and the health of your family, friends, and even pets. Additionally, so can what you're using to clean it. If you have mold growing in your home... more ›

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To DIY or Not to DIY

Jan 25 2011 Home repair can be a costly venture if you’re paying contractors. But with a few basic handyman skills and a little DIY savvy, it can be quite affordable. Unless you’re qualified to make larger, more... more ›

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What Does Your Condo Insurance Cover?

Aug 24 2010 Do you know what your condo insurance covers? If you look at your Master Insurance Policy, or CC&R, you should be able to find out. Usually, condo insurance covers the Building Property (your unit, in the condition... more ›

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Shared-Space Living Arrangements and Your Insurance

May 24 2010 Is Your Living Arrangement Covered? In years past, most households were composed of a husband and wife. Times have changed and households have become comprised of many mixes of people - married couples, couples... more ›

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