Every insurance policy has five parts to it - declarations, insuring agreements, definitions, conditions, exclusions, and many times, a sixth part called endorsements. But one of the most important parts is the exclusions area. An exclusion is any loss or damage that isn't covered by your insurance policy (in other words, items that you cannot file a claim for).
As youngsters, the more serious-minded among us were vigilant about making the Scout motto "Be Prepared" a reality. Now with the latest round of fires, earthquakes and hurricanes, the old adage is more relevant than ever. Even in Florida, we all have the potential to encounter the occasional unpredicted mishap. But few events can be as unpredictable, or devastating, as natural disasters: hurricanes, floods, wildfires, tsunamis, severe storms, tornadoes, and landslides, many of which we've been faced with lately.
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While we covered the basics of homeowner's insurance last week, now we'll take a closer look at the contents portion of insurance policies, also known as Coverage C. This part of your policy applies to the contents of your home and can help to replace or repair those items if they are stolen or damaged due to any of the named perils that apply to your overall policy. But just because your homeowner's policy includes contents coverage doesn't mean you simply need to sign on the dotted line. You should take steps to make sure your coverage will truly be effective should the contents of your home and especially your most valued and important possessions be stolen, damaged, or vandalized.
For any homeowner, a robust insurance policy is a must. But if you're new to homeownership, or if you're thinking about updating your policy, you may not know much about what it does and doesn't cover, along with how to find the best policy for you and your family.
Business insurance is a must in today's climate, but many owners don't understand the basic ins-and-outs of this type of policy, including why it's necessary, what it covers, and how to get the right coverage for yourself and your business. Here are five common myths about business insurance, and the myth-busters that you need to know.
Insurance is usually not a lighthearted topic. However, in modern times insurance as a whole has evolved, in order to help cover a variety of different lifestyles. With that comes a number of wild stories and details about the insurance industry that might shock you, or at least make you smile. Here are some surprising things you probably didn't know about today's strange world of insurance claims and policies.
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Every type of business comes with its own unique risks. When it comes to insuring your business, you want to make sure you have the right type and amount of coverage, while not paying for coverage you really don't need. So how can you make sure you're getting the best deal, but not putting your business at risk?
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With the fast advancement of today's technology, scams are on the rise more than ever. In addition, the major target of scams are seniors. Between unsolicited phone calls, mail, emails and text messages, seniors are being hit with all types of scams and questionable offers. And many of these include offers relating to various insurance programs, such as mortgage insurance, disability, long-term insurance, term-life, permanent life, burial insurance, and probably the most popular, medicare supplemental programs. Now not all of these forms of insurance are necessarily a "scam," but they may just not be right for every senior.
Most people these days are concerned about saving money and reducing their family's carbon footprint. We do this by turning off the lights, installing energy-saving devices, and making sure our homes are efficient in whatever ways we can. But did you know that there are many appliances in your home that may be using up energy and costing you money, even when they are completely turned off? Read on to learn more about these "energy vampires" and how you can prevent them from silently wasting your home's energy resources.
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For a small business owner, having to let go of employees is never easy. When employees have become like friends or even family, it can be especially tough to make a decision to do what's right for your business. So how do you know when it's time to let people go, and how do you downsize in the most humane way possible? Here are some things you should consider before downsizing, and some tips for going through the process.
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