renters insurance

Renters Insurance Required: A Win-Win for Apartment Owners and Tenants

By Barry Bridges  In years past, an apartment-hunter might have been able to find a place with little more than the first and last month’s rent and a handshake. But today, the conditions for signing a lease might include anything from a criminal background check to a pet interview. Times have changed, and the changes

Renters Insurance Required: A Win-Win for Apartment Owners and Tenants

By Barry Bridges  In years past, an apartment-hunter might have been able to find a place with little more than the first and last month’s rent and a handshake. But today, the conditions for signing a lease might include anything from a criminal background check to a pet interview. Times have changed, and the changes

Hurricane Insurance: What Homeowners and Renters Should Know

By Samantha Alexander Peak hurricane season runs from mid-August to late October, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. As a homeowner or renter, you may wonder, “Do I have enough insurance protection to withstand a potential hurricane?” Unfortunately, you might not want to hear the answer. If you’re a homeowner Like any responsible homeowner,

Leaving the Nest: College Students and Renters Insurance

By Shannon Ireland College students live for summer. They get a much-needed break from reading dense textbooks and studying for exam after exam. However, after months spent at home with Mom and Dad, they’re typically ready to head back to campus and regain their freedom when the fall semester rolls around. Back-to-school shopping typically includes new

Renters Insurance Helps Cover the Gap

By Barry Bridges Look around any rented apartment, condominium or house and you’re likely to find the same things you would see in an owner-occupied home – furniture, clothes, electronics, and other belongings. In other words, you’ll see the same items that play an important role in everyday life. A standard home insurance policy typically provides