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What Are the Hidden Costs of Homeownership?

If you don't plan for these hidden expenses of homeownership when buying a home, you could be stuck paying more than you can afford.

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  Your Tree, Your Neighbor’s Property: Whose Insurance Pays?

  insurance How to be a good neighbor when your tree drops by uninvited.

  By Elaine Silvestrini Last updated 14 June 24

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  My Insurance Company Flew a Drone Over My House?

  Insurers are determining what risks they might face by insuring your home, such as a potentially leaky roof or fire hazards. Your premium could be affected.

  By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published 31 May 24

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  Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2024 Results

  Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards The results are in for the 2024 Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards — celebrating the best products and services in personal finance.

  By Lisa Gerstner Published 28 May 24

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  Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2024: Homeowners Insurance Companies

  Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards The results of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best homeowners insurance company category. Our awards celebrate the very best products and services in personal finance.

  By Emma Patch Published 28 May 24

  Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards
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  How to Beat Soaring Home and Auto Insurance Premiums

  The Kiplinger Letter What’s behind the insurance price hikes, and what to do about them?

  By Rodrigo Sermeño Published 9 May 24

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  Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box

  savings Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.

  By Bob Niedt Last updated 22 April 24

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  State Farm To Exit Homeowner Renewal Policies in California

  State Farm plans to send non-renewal notices to 72,000 home and apartment policyholders starting this July.

  By Esther D’Amico Published 22 March 24

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  Two Home Insurers Eye Florida Rate Hikes Of More Than 50%

  Home insurance costs are rising in Florida and other states due to severe weather, higher repair costs and elevated reinsurance premiums, Allstate says.

  By Joey Solitro Last updated 16 February 24

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  5 Ways a Bad Credit Report Can Hurt You

  credit & debt A bad credit report or low credit score can do more than just affect your ability to get a loan.

  By Cameron Huddleston Last updated 8 December 23

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