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Autism and Sudden House Changes
Recently, we discovered some unexplained water on our kitchen tile. We eventually called our insurance company so they could come out and take a look. It turned out to be a slow but significant leak in our kitchen area. And, it not only involved water, we had mold as well. What happened? Well, our insurance…
How Did I Turn Into a 1950’s Housewife?
When a teenager, I always swore to myself that I would never be dependent on a man. I was going to have my own, successful career, I would have my own, separate bank account, and if my husband and I had shared finances, I would know everything about them down to the penny.
Choosing Home Insurance That Fits
As your family grows and changes, your insurance needs will change as well. Consumers often are surprised by what is not covered under standard home insurance policies:
Organize Your House and Your Head — Declutter!
Maybe something like this has happened to you. It is 8:15AM and you are running out the door, coffee in hand and already fifteen minutes late for work. Suddenly you realize that you have once again forgotten to give your son immunization records to the school office. Without them, he cant go on the class trip. You run back in the house, quickly open your filing cabinet and start searching frantically. Is it filed under his name? Under immunizations? Under the doctors name? Or is it just not filed? You stumble upon your last five years of electricity bills, that article on travel to Bhutan, and even the roster from last years little league team, but no immunization records. Then you wonder why do you have a filing cabinet in the first place?
What Does it Take to Own a House?
Owning a home is a dream for many people that, with some proper planning, can easily become a reality. There are a few necessary items potential buyers will need in order to become homeowners—namely money, knowledge of the local real estate market (or the services of a licensed real estate agent), and patience. Time is another factor. Unless you find the perfect house right away, budget for a minimum of 2 months to find a house and close the deal. It takes an average of 30 to 45 days for a house to close. After that, you must purchase home owner’s insurance and sign a variety of documents. Then the house is yours.