March 6-12 is National Consumer Protection Week, so we thought to take a moment and remind renters nationwide to protect themselves as consumers. We’ve compiled a list with tips that make renting a lot less stressful. Learn to avoid rental…
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Easy safety tips for electronics
It’s hard to live without electronics. Enjoy them in safety with these simple tips. Electronic fires and other dangers can cause serious damage to your rental. In many cases, these accidents are preventable with the knowledge and application of a…
The superpowers of renters insurance
There are plenty of reasons why renters insurance is a smart move, and you probably know most of them, but did you know that you can actually take more from your renters insurance other than claims for fire incidents and…
A little maintenance now, fewer problems later
Maintenance. It’s one little word that seems to require a lot of our time and effort. For that, we tend to avoid regular maintenance on the things that matter most. For renters, that simply isn’t an option. As a renter,…
Should you insure your pet?
We all love our pets. Often a beloved dog or cat becomes as much a part of our family as a child or close relative. And when pets age, suffer accidents or start to have health problems, bills and emotions…
Protect your Valentine’s Day Gift
It’s almost here. Little hearts adorn every window in the city, restaurants are booked well in advance, flowers, bonbons—Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. With the risk of being considered the antithetical of a romantic, allow me to call…
Smart and easy rental upgrades
Even though rental living is common these days, we tend to assume there isn’t much we can do in a space that’s not our forever home. However, there are things that as renters we can invest in to break from…
The first renter’s essential checklist
So you’re about to move in to your first apartment. While you’re already pretty independent if you’ve decided to move into your own place, there’s a myriad of small, but essential things that you won’t think of, but which will…
Winter Storms: Costs and Preparation
According to the Insurance Information Institute, U.S. insurers paid out an estimated $2.9 billion in winter-related insured losses in 2015, and are prepared to face the significant storm expected to strike the East Coast this weekend. “Insured losses caused by…
Financial goals for the New Year
It’s a new day, it’s a new year, and this is your life. If you are still working on your resolutions for 2016, it’s not too late to create some smart financial goals for the months to come. Get rid…