By Finn Peden on 20-06-2011
The present economy, as 2010 draws to a close, has forced many people to seek less expensive ways to maintain their lifestyles. Following realistic budgets and taking advantage of bargains have become essential skills. People who enjoy decorating their homes, or providing those services to others, have had to acquire the knack for finding trendy, yet thrifty and budget-savvy ways to decorate and accessorize rooms, or complete more extensive remodeling or renovations.
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By Finn Peden on 20-06-2011
Many UK home insurance companies will offer discounts to customers who can demonstrate that they are taking extra care to protect their properties. Some, for example, will cut premium costs if you are an active member of your local Neighbourhood Watch scheme. Why does this matter to insurers and how can you get money off your policies?
What is Neighbourhood Watch?
These schemes are set up by groups of local residents with the aim of making their neighbourhoods safer and minimising incidents such as theft, vandalism and general crime. Read more…
By Lara Badgery on 11-06-2011
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) wants Congress to encourage private insurance companies to provide coverage beyond the current limits for flood insurance. Since the limits for the National Flood Insurance Program havent been raised since 1994, FEMA hopes insurers will consider pushing the limit on their own.
FEMA is Encouraging Insurers to Push Limits Upward
FEMA chief, Craig Fugate, told the Senate Banking Committee on Thursday that he thinks the limits on flood insurance coverage should be adjusted upward, which would more accurately reflect the level of risk for floods assumed by the program.
However, he explained that doing so could have too great an impact on flood insurance policyholders who are accustomed to paying a certain amount. Fo
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By Lara Badgery on 27-05-2011
A new report from the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) revealed that dog bites represented more than one third of home insurance claims in 2010. Despite this high number of claims, the I.I.I. found that dog bites remained relatively consistent with those in the year prior.
Nearly $413 Million Paid in Liability Claims
According to the I.I.I., nearly $413 million was paid out in home insurance claims as a result of dog bites. W
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By Lara Badgery on 26-05-2011
You will need your Social Security number to process your award letter request.
SSI, or supplemental security income, is income provided by the Social Security Administration for people with low income who are blind, disabled or over the age of 65. Your SSI award letter — also known as a proof of income letter — is a letter stating what your monthly SSI benefits are.
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