Candles can be a great way to add ambiance to a dinner party or special event. They can also be a great gift or decorating piece for your home.
But candles have a darker side. From 2003 to 2007 firefighters responded to an average 15,260 home fires per year that were started by candles, (continue reading…)
If you’ve inherited or were given a valuable piece of jewelry or art, you need to do more than find a special spot for safe keeping. You need to make sure you have enough insurance to protect it.
Standard home insurance policies provide coverage for household belongings, but they have limits for precious items, such as jewelry, fine art and furs. (continue reading…)
Falling trees are among the common hazards you could face as a homeowner during snow and ice storms, but the ins and outs of insurance coverage depend on the situation.
Generally, standard home insurance doesn’t pay for damage to trees, shrubs and other plants from a storm, according to the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI). But it does cover damage a falling tree causes to structures that are covered under the insurance policy. (continue reading…)
