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Health Insurance FAQs

Feeling overwhelmed by health insurance options? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.  Navigating the right health insurance plan can be a challenging undertaking, but understanding your options and asking the right questions is key.  To make your decision easier, we’ve compiled a list of ten essential questions to consider when selecting a health insurance plan. […]

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Common Health Insurance Mistakes to Avoid

Navigating the world of health insurance can be a daunting task, and making mistakes along the way can lead to financial stress and inadequate coverage. Whether you’re choosing a plan, managing your policy, or filing claims, it’s crucial to avoid common health insurance mistakes.  By understanding the pitfalls and taking proactive steps, you can ensure […]

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The Pros and Cons of Bundling Insurance Policies

Bundling insurance may be a good way to save money, but there are pros and cons of bundling insurance policies. It’s a common myth to assume it’s the best choice. Not only might you not save money, but you might not get the best coverage because you’re eliminating other policy possibilities. Understanding how bundling insurance […]

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Questions to Ask Your Insurance Agent

Questions to Ask Your Insurance Agent Insurance provides immense financial protection, but only when you buy the right policy. Getting sucked into a bad policy, overpaying, or not obtaining proper coverage can backfire on you during your time of need. Since that’s the last thing you want, it’s essential to understand the questions to ask […]

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Should You Work With an Independent Insurance Agent?

Insurance is an important part of your financial planning. It protects you in those times you didn’t know you’d need help. No one can predict when/if disasters will occur, but if they do, you’ll be glad you had insurance to back you up. Insurance comes in all shapes and sizes and protects you in many […]

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Car Insurance Coverage: How Much Do You Need?

Buying car insurance is often more confusing than buying a car. You have to think about the type of insurance you need, the amount of coverage, and the deductible you can afford. Not every driver needs EVERY type of insurance, though. There are laws you must meet (liability insurance) but beyond that, the rest is […]

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Hardwired vs. Wireless: Which is the Better Choice for Your Home Alarm System

Today when you buy a security system, you have to choose between hardwired and wireless. You’ll actually have to make this decision twice. Your control panel and sensors can be hardwired or wireless. The same is true for the home monitoring system, as it can also be hardwired or wireless. Is one type better than […]

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Top Features to Look For in a Home Security System

Home security systems have come a long way from the old systems whose alarm sounded if you were not quick enough to punch in your security code. Today’s technology has made home security systems much more sophisticated. This could also mean that you can get easily overwhelmed as you shop for a new system. The […]

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Professional Installation vs. DIY Home Security: Pros and Cons

Are you toying with the idea of DIY home security installation? It’s becoming more popular today as systems become wireless and easier to install. You may even save a few dollars by installing the system yourself. But, is it worth it? As with anything, there are pros and cons to each side. We help you […]

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