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Soaring insurance costs have left homeowners with some tough decisions to make. The average home insurance premium increased by more than 20% in 2023, and experts are expecting another 10% to 15% hike this year. In states like California and Florida, where homeowners face a growing number of wildfires, severe storms and other natural disasters, major insurance companies have stopped offering insurance policies altogether.

4 Home Renovations That Insurance Companies Love

Homeowners insurance can seem like a maze, but understanding it is crucial for protecting your home. Did you know that homeowners insurance doesn't just cover your house? It also protects your belongings, provides liability coverage, and can even pay for temporary living expenses if your home becomes uninhabitable. Many people think it only covers damage from fires or storms, but it can also cover theft, vandalism, and certain types of water damage. However, not all disasters are included; floods and earthquakes usually require separate policies. Knowing these 14 facts about homeowners insurance can help you make informed decisions and ensure you're adequately protected.

14 Facts About Homeowners Insurance

Providers abandoning Florida and California isn’t as bad as it gets. Whether termed “climate change” or “extreme weather,” an increasingly unstable environment is damaging homes and other property at an accelerating pace faster than observed in decades. The magnitude of these risks, as seen in...

A Blueprint For Solving The Homeowners Insurance Crisis

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

ARMs can offer temporary relief for homebuyers who want to avoid paying higher mortgage rates — however, they also come with risk.

Thousands of homeowners are about to get slammed with higher monthly payments

If you're considering memorializing a relative on your own property in North Carolina, it's important to be aware of the state's regulations regarding home burials and the scattering of ashes.

Can you bury a relative at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

When you're pulled over by police in North Carolina, it's important to know your rights and responsibilities, both as a driver and a passenger. Here’s a breakdown of what the law says about interactions with law enforcement during a traffic stop.

Can police question passengers when pulling over a driver in North Carolina? What you need to know

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

The Motley Fool

Surprisingly, senior drivers may pay higher rates than younger drivers. Learn 10 sensible ways to drive rates back down.

10 Ways Seniors Can Cut Their Auto Insurance Premiums

Shenandoah, PA

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NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
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Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Virginia State

The US Sun

LAWMAKERS have cracked down on car owners as uninsured drivers are no longer allowed on highways as of the beginning of the week. The new Virginia regulation went into effect on Monday, July 1. The bill meant to ensure all drivers on Virginia roads are riding in insured vehicles was signed into law last year. […]

Drivers say ‘it’s about time’ as July 1 crackdown stops offenders from ‘buying their way out’ – proof you now need

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

How long do you sleep at night? Do you have a fixed sleeping pattern? Scientists recommend sleeping for at least seven hours per day. But some zodiac signs struggle to catch sleep. Sleep deprivation reduces someone’ concentration, cognitive ability, and performance. However, taking a balanced diet and working out can improve sleep. Still, sleeping well helps in weight management as it reduces appetite. Read on to learn about the best-sleeping zodiac signs.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Get the Best Sleep

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. The price of everything has skyrocketed recently, from groceries and property taxes to the gas in our cars. And speaking of cars, auto insurance has seen one of the largest spikes in cost. There was a 20.3% rate jump from...

6 Ways Seniors Can Save Money on Car Insurance

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Insurance nightmares: Homeowners on their worst coverage struggles

California’s insurance crisis became very real this spring for Duncan Brown, president of the homeowners association for an apartment complex in downtown San Jose. Farmers Insurance...

Insurance nightmares: Homeowners on their worst coverage struggles

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