Types of insurance policies you should have
Insurance is an essential safety net that helps people protect themselves from financial ruin. While many policy holders hope they never have to make a claim, no adult is immune to accident, injury or other unforeseen circumstances, which only emphasizes the need for various types of insurance. The following are various types of insurance policies that all adults should have. Health Health care costs are considerable and don’t figure...
Protect your identity and save money
Identity theft is a pervasive problem. According to figures from the Bureau of Justice Statistics, an estimated 17.6 million people, or about seven per cent of U.S. residents age 16 or older, were victims of at least one incident of identity theft in 2014. Identity theft is not just a problem within U.S. borders, either. Each month, Equifax and TransUnion credit bureaus report that more than 1,800 identity theft complaints are lodged...
The Price is Wrong! – Get the price right when selling your home
The most common reason a house doesn’t sell is its price. So let’s talk about “The Price is Right.” A popular TV show since 1972, “The Price is Right” has people contend against one another to guess the closest price of an item without going over the actual value. If they guess too high they lose. Much like the TV show, real estate often works along the same line. If the price of your home is too high, you could lose to someone who...
Understanding life insurance
Life insurance is a product few people want to think about. That’s perfectly understandable, as life insurance forces men and women to consider their own mortality. But life insurance is not something adults should avoid, especially if they have dependents. Many people should consider life insurance when estate planning so they can provide security for their loved ones. But life insurance is a purchase unlike any other, and people may...
Home Selling Secrets Revealed
If you are looking to sell your home you want to know the secret to success. The truth is, there is no secret. There’s no secret formula, no special sauce, and no magic wand that will help you sell fast and for top dollar. Selling a home, or any product for that matter, comes down to three things: product, price, and exposure. These are the three keys to success. If you take away any one element, you will drastically reduce your...
Fall in love again… with the real estate market
Does the time of year make a difference when it comes to selling your house? The short answer is yes. It’s no secret that spring is the busiest time of the year in real estate. The spring market generally spans from March to May and thousands of sales take place in these busy months. Even though spring could be considered the best time to sell, the fact is, there are many reasons why people buy houses in every season. Don’t be fooled...