2022-09-08 18:53
Septic system issues can create headaches for homeowners, from clogged drains to foul odors in and around your home.
Septic tank damage can also require costly repairs. On average, you may h… Read More
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2022-09-08 14:16
Are you starting school in the spring semester? Or perhaps your financial circumstances changed and you need a spring semester student loan even though you didn’t last fall.
The applic… Read More
2022-09-07 20:30
JP Morgan Chase Bank doesn’t offer personal loans, which may be disappointing if you’re already a customer and want to keep your financial products with one institution. But if y… Read More
2022-09-07 18:30
Financial aid, including student loans, can help students pay for higher education. But sometimes the financial aid award letter from a school doesn’t match the amount that a student n… Read More
2022-09-07 16:30
No matter their size or temperament, any dog has the potential to bite. Most states hold pet owners liable for any harm their animal causes, but homeowners insurance may pay for the legal an… Read More
2022-09-07 14:30
While you may know that grants are available to help fund your college education, you may not realize that you can also use certain grants specifically to pay off student loan debt.
Grants… Read More
2022-09-06 20:45
The California Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan can help you obtain basic property insurance if you’re trying to buy a home in the state and no traditional carrier wil… Read More
2022-09-06 18:49
In most cases, your car insurance premium will increase following a speeding ticket. How much your premium goes up will depend on a number of factors, such as your location, driving history… Read More
2022-09-06 16:30
You can use auto loans to buy new cars, used cars, buy out a lease, and refinance existing auto loans. Every lender has its own requirements for auto loans, and individual interest rates wil… Read More
2022-09-02 19:10
The United States experienced 1,376 tornadoes last year, double the previous record as a result of the rapidly changing climate, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrat… Read More
2022-09-02 16:00
Collision insurance can be a huge benefit if you’re in an accident. This coverage pays to repair or replace your vehicle if you run into another car or an object like a guardrail or te… Read More
2022-09-02 13:00
Although water heaters typically have a lifespan of about 10 to 12 years, they can burst before that point. If this happens, you may file a homeowners insurance claim and discover your polic… Read More
2022-09-01 21:02
Federal Parent PLUS student loans offer parents of college students a way to help their children pay for their education. And like other federal student loans, Parent PLUS Loans provide oppo… Read More
2022-09-01 17:15
When purchasing a homeowners insurance policy or filing a claim, it’s important to be completely honest with your insurer. Misrepresenting facts can have a substantial financial impact… Read More
2022-09-01 14:55
A car accident can significantly impact your vehicle’s resale value. Cars lose an average of $500 in resale value if they have an accident on record, according to Carfax. This loss of… Read More
2022-08-30 16:30
When it comes to homeowners insurance, you have lots of choices to make, including the amount of coverage you want. On top of coverage limits, you’ll need to decide if you want an open… Read More
2022-08-30 14:43
Your auto insurance policy is made up of several different types of coverages that protect you financially from property damage or injuries to yourself or others in an accident.
One of thos… Read More
2022-08-29 17:30
Wildfires occur more often in California than in any other U.S. state. In 2021, the Golden State saw 8,835 wildfires, according to data from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Pr… Read More
2022-08-29 15:20
Backyard swimming pools and trampolines can make your home much more fun, but they can also open you up to liability. Both can be examples of “attractive nuisances,” tempting but… Read More
2022-08-24 17:16
President Joe Biden announced up to $20,000 of forgiveness for federal student loan borrowers on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, and extended the student loan payment pause to Dec. 31, 2022. If yo… Read More
2022-08-22 15:30
Car accidents — and their aftermath — can be stressful. But making time to call your insurer is a critical step in the process. You may need to act fast, too, as many insurers ha… Read More
2022-08-19 17:00
Whether you’re on a business trip or vacation, picking up your rental car will always include this head-scratcher of a question: “Would you like to purchase the optional rental c… Read More
2022-08-18 19:30
Homeowners insurance can pay to repair or replace your home after a fire, theft, or certain natural disasters. Without it, you’ll have to foot the repair bills if your home is damaged… Read More
2022-08-18 18:30
Homes can catch fire for many reasons, from lightning strikes to a pot being left on the stove too long. From 2015 to 2019, firefighters responded to an average of nearly 350,000 home fires… Read More
2022-08-17 19:30
You know your homeowners insurance policy protects you in case covered incidents like inclement weather and vandalism cause damage to your home. But you may be unsure about other structures… Read More
2022-08-17 17:30
Insurance fraud isn’t always intentional. In fact, it can happen accidentally through concealment, which is when you keep certain information from your insurer. But even if it’s… Read More
2022-08-16 17:00
Homeowners insurance protects you financially against losses that certain unexpected events — also called perils — cause. If you file a claim, you’ll typically need to pay… Read More
2022-08-12 18:30
Damage to your home’s foundation can cost thousands of dollars and threaten the structural integrity of your home. Luckily, your home insurance covers this type of damage under certain… Read More
2022-08-12 16:30
If you’re noticing water spots on your ceilings or walls, you may have a roof leak. You should take care of roof leaks right away since they can cause severe damage to your ceiling, pa… Read More
2022-08-12 14:30
Work study can be an effective way to help pay for your higher education without taking out more student loans. The types of work-study positions available and how the program is handled wil… Read More
2022-08-11 21:03
When you borrow money, you don’t get it for free. Lenders generally charge you interest — a percentage of the loan amount that you pay back in addition to the amount you borrowed… Read More
2022-08-11 19:00
Hitting a deer or other animal while driving may seem like an out-of-the-ordinary scenario, but accidents involving animals happen more than you might think. Between July 2020 and June 2021… Read More
2022-08-11 16:00
Standard homeowners insurance usually covers hail damage to your home, but there are a few instances when it doesn’t. For example, some insurers in hail-prone regions may limit or rest… Read More
2022-08-10 20:31
If you don’t drive regularly, you might be hesitant to pony up for a car insurance policy when you do need to get behind the wheel. Temporary car insurance sounds like it would be a go… Read More
2022-08-10 18:30
Personal property coverage in a homeowners insurance policy, or Coverage C, can protect your belongings in the event of a covered peril like a fire or theft.
Here’s what you need to k… Read More
2022-08-10 16:28
If you take out federal student loans, before Uncle Sam distributes your loan funds you’ll have to go through entrance counseling.
Entrance counseling helps you understand the terms a… Read More
2022-08-10 14:30
You could leave college with multiple student loans for many reasons. You might have had to take out a loan each year, or you might have needed multiple loans to cover a year’s costs… Read More
2022-08-09 20:30
Buying a home is exciting. After all, it’s one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. But protecting that home with homeowners insurance can get confusing and raise many ques… Read More
2022-08-09 18:50
No one likes to hear that their air conditioning system is having problems, especially during the months when they need it most. A/C units can be expensive, so it’s important to have c… Read More
2022-08-09 16:39
Car insurance isn’t one-size-fits-all. Insurance providers offer different levels of coverage that you can customize to protect you, your family, and your ride.
“Full coverage&rd&hell…Read More
2022-08-09 14:17
Plumbing problems can cause major issues for homeowners, whether it’s a faulty sump pump or a burst pipe that results in flooding. Having homeowners insurance can help, but what exactl… Read More
2022-08-08 21:00
Learning how to drive is an exciting milestone. But you may be wondering if you can get car insurance at this stage. The answer is yes — you can buy a car insurance policy with a learn… Read More
2022-08-08 19:00
If you’re struggling to pay off your student loans, pulling funds from your 401(k) account may be an option. But it could cost you quite a bit in the long run — both in penalties… Read More
2022-08-08 17:00
Water or sewer backup in your home can be a mess — literally and financially. Backups can result in thousands — or even tens of thousands — of dollars of damage to your hom… Read More
2022-08-08 15:00
Floods can cause expensive damage to your home and force you to temporarily relocate until repairs are made. When you have flood insurance, the coverage reimburses you if a flood damages you… Read More
2022-08-05 20:30
Modern homes run with the help of many different utilities and service lines, such as sewer, water, cable, and electricity. Over time, these service lines on your property can suffer damage… Read More
2022-08-05 18:31
If you’re seeking financial aid to pay for college, your first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Schools use the information from your applicati… Read More
2022-08-05 16:30
Termites can cause major issues for homeowners. If termites make their way into your home, you may be at risk for a number of damages, like swarming, buckling wood, swollen floors and ceilin… Read More
2022-08-05 14:30
Private student loan borrowers may overestimate the amount of money they need to borrow to pay for their education. If your private student loan is paid directly to your school and you borro… Read More
2022-08-04 20:30
Accidents happen — and when it comes to driving, they happen more often than you might think. Between 5 and 6 million car crashes are reported in the U.S. annually, according to the Un… Read More
2022-08-04 18:30
In most states, an auto insurance claim after a car accident requires a determination of fault, since the at-fault driver is typically financially responsible for damages.
However, 12 states… Read More
2022-08-04 16:30
If you frequently use a family member’s car, you may want to buy car insurance for it. While you might be able to get insurance coverage on a car that’s not registered in your na… Read More
2022-08-04 14:30
If you’ve ever rented a car at the airport or another location, you know that the rental agent will ask if you want to purchase rental car liability insurance. While covering your rent… Read More
2022-08-03 14:55
Credit card consolidation allows borrowers carrying debt over several cards to roll all those debts into a single loan with one monthly payment — and hopefully a lower interest rate. C… Read More
2022-08-02 18:00
Mold can be an unsightly health hazard that’s expensive to resolve. The typical cost for mold removal ranges from $1,108 to $3,392, according to HomeAdvisor, but it can be much higher… Read More
2022-08-02 15:21
Did you recently submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? If so, you can expect to receive a Student Aid Report, or SAR. This document summarizes the information you includ… Read More
2022-08-01 19:49
Sinkholes are fairly uncommon in most of the United States, but some states — primarily in the South — experience them more often, and the damage can be devastating.
Unfortunatel… Read More
2022-07-29 21:02
Identity theft is a nightmare scenario. The last thing you want is to discover someone has stolen your identity by opening a new credit card in your name or using your Social Security number… Read More
2022-07-29 18:35
From stoplight fender benders to highway crashes, being involved in a car accident is both scary and stressful. Even if everyone walks away unharmed, your vehicle will likely need to be repa… Read More
2022-07-27 20:44
Car accidents can be traumatic emotionally, physically, and financially. Even if everyone walks away from the incident with little or no injury, the aftermath can still have long-term conseq… Read More
2022-07-27 17:55
Americans have an average credit card balance of $5,221, according to a 2021 analysis of Experian consumer credit data. While carrying debt is a part of everyday life for many, it can be a c… Read More
2022-07-26 20:11
If you’re struggling with multiple credit card debts, consolidating those debts can help you get your finances back under control. With debt consolidation, you take out a loan to pay o… Read More
2022-07-26 17:09
If you’ve noticed how much interest rates have changed lately, you might be wondering how Federal Reserve interest rates affect mortgage rates. In the summer of 2021, you could get a 3… Read More
2022-07-25 16:43
The Post-9/11 GI Bill is an educational benefits program that provides up to 36 months of tuition and other financial assistance to eligible military service members and veterans. GI Bill be… Read More
2022-07-20 18:05
Car insurance is a vital way to financially protect both you and other drivers if you’re in an accident. It’s so important, nearly every state requires you to carry car insurance… Read More
2022-07-20 15:08
Maintaining a home is difficult enough without having to worry about costly repairs and damages. While taking out a homeowners insurance policy will help to alleviate some of that risk, your… Read More
2022-07-19 17:48
Getting a car insured even if you don’t have a driver’s license can make sense in many situations. Whether you’re learning to drive, on a temporary break from driving, have… Read More
2022-07-19 14:40
If you love animals, you may consider making a career out of caring for them.
Enrolling in veterinary school requires four years of education beyond a bachelor’s to earn a Doctor of Ve… Read More
2022-07-18 21:24
Velocity is a Managing General Agent (MGA) writing insurance backed by Texas-based State National Insurance Company and its subsidiaries. For more than a decade, Velocity’s independent… Read More
2022-07-18 21:24
United Property and Casualty (UPC) Insurance was founded in St. Petersburg, Florida. UPC’s vision has remained the same over the last two decades: to be the premier provider of propert… Read More
2022-07-18 21:23
Universal Property and Casualty started in one of the hardest home insurance markets: Florida. Since their founding in 1997, they have grown to be Florida’s #1 home insurance carrier b… Read More
2022-07-18 21:23
In 1864, James G. Batterson launched Travelers Insurance Company by selling an accident policy with a $0.02 premium. Over 160 years later, Travelers is one of the world’s largest and m… Read More
2022-07-18 21:22
In 1972, Tower Hill Insurance began as a small Southern Florida insurance agency. Under Tower Hill’s founding family (The Shivelys), that insurance agency eventually flourished into To… Read More
2022-07-18 21:22
As their name implies, Swyfft delivers a fast experience to quote and buy home insurance. But what does that mean for you, the homeowner?
Swyfft recently raised a $7.5 million round of ventu… Read More
2022-07-18 21:22
The Philadelphia Contributionship was founded in 1752 by our very own Benjamin Franklin. Since founding, they have grown to offer home insurance in five states: PA, NJ, MD, VA, and DE.
They… Read More
2022-07-18 21:21
Stillwater Insurance was founded in 2000 as a subsidiary of Fidelity National Financial, a mortgage and title services company, and spun out as a standalone entity in 2012. They offer covera… Read More
2022-07-18 21:20
If you’re in Florida and looking for homeowners insurance, Security First Insurance Company may be a good option. This company only focuses on protecting your property and has signific… Read More
2022-07-18 21:20
Since its founding in 1921, State Auto has grown into a large insurance carrier with over $4.6 billion in assets. The carrier currently offers coverage in 31 states and distributes through t… Read More
2022-07-18 15:10
Trees provide shade and privacy to your home and can increase the property’s curb appeal. But they can also pose a threat to your home, especially during storms and hazardous condition… Read More
2022-07-15 16:23
Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident is no walk in the park. Not only do you have to handle the physical and emotional fallout of a stressful event, but you also have to deal with fi… Read More
2022-07-13 14:54
Many college students rely on student loans to help pay for their education. Since most federal student loans don’t require a credit check or cosigner, they’re the go-to first op… Read More
2022-07-07 21:04
Compound interest is the interest you earn on both your initial savings deposit and the interest already accrued and credited to your savings balance. It’s an easy way to build savings… Read More
2022-07-06 14:59
Homeowners insurance will help you repair or replace parts of your home (or your entire home) and valuable items inside it if a covered event causes damage.
You can choose from different le… Read More
2022-07-01 17:57
Your money doesn’t have to just sit in the bank. A good way to earn interest on your money while keeping it readily available is a high-yield savings account. These are similar to stan… Read More
2022-07-01 14:38
While federal student loans for cosmetology school can help you afford your beauty school program, the cost of this education can be more expensive than you might think.
On average, cosmeto… Read More
2022-06-30 17:37
The high cost of college can be overwhelming for students and their parents — especially if you’re unable to qualify for a Parent PLUS Loan to help cover your child’s colle… Read More
2022-06-27 17:45
An online savings account is a convenient savings option, allowing you to handle your banking from anywhere, anytime, as long as you have an internet connection. Their popularity has grown… Read More
2022-06-16 21:41
A home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC) typically has much lower closing costs than what you might’ve paid when you got a mortgage to buy or refinance your home.
If y… Read More
2022-06-15 19:09
Paying for higher education can be a major financial burden — but student loans can lighten that burden. Student loans can make it more manageable to cover the costs of college, but yo… Read More
2022-06-13 22:10
Headlines about rising interest rates and red-hot bidding wars might make you hesitate to buy a home — but they shouldn’t. Now can still be a great time to buy a house, and you m… Read More
2022-06-07 18:22
A short refinance replaces your existing mortgage with a new mortgage that has a lower balance when you’re at risk of foreclosure. You can only do this type of refinance if your loan s… Read More
2022-06-07 16:01
If you have an FHA loan, you can quickly and easily lower your monthly payments when interest rates fall through an FHA streamline refinance. This program allows you to refinance an FHA loan… Read More
2022-06-06 20:06
Having a home insurance policy is critical to protecting your investment — and most mortgage lenders require borrowers to insure their homes.
But not all home insurance policies are c… Read More
2022-06-06 16:23
Even if you only spend a few weeks a year in your second home, you’ll want to make sure to have an insurance policy to cover it. This protects your investment and keeps you from having… Read More
2022-06-03 20:45
Earthquakes are unpredictable. They can be so small they’re imperceptible to most people, or large enough to devastate entire communities.
These natural disasters can cause expensive… Read More
2022-06-03 18:00
When a natural disaster strikes, you can end up with a lot of damage to your home and a lot of stress. Homeowners insurance helps protect you financially if a natural disaster causes damage… Read More
2022-06-02 18:49
If you took out student loans to attend a Corinthian Colleges institution, you can now have your remaining federal student loan debt fully forgiven.
The U.S. Department of Education announce… Read More
2022-06-02 15:53
A standard home insurance policy protects your home and personal belongings against a wide range of perils, such as fires, explosions, and break-ins. But it doesn’t provide coverage fo… Read More
2022-06-01 20:30
Having your property stolen or damaged is already upsetting, and an insurance carrier denying your claim can make matters even worse.
Insurance providers can deny claims for various reasons… Read More
2022-06-01 17:20
A home insurance quote is a price estimate for a policy to protect your home. Since home insurers base their quotes on their own pricing formulas, prices can vary widely. Perhaps that’… Read More
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