Category Archives: Finance Guide

If you’re receiving a federal annuity, you may have noticed that the deduction for life insurance is automatically taken out of your payments. This can be confusing and frustrating, especially if you don’t need or want the coverage.  But there is a way to cancel this deduction from your annuity payments. In this blog post, […]

Drivers convicted in New Hampshire of DUI or DWI may need to carry an SR-22 certificate along with their insurance. Contrary to popular belief SR-22s do not constitute insurance. They are proof that you have the minimum amount of New Hampshire state-required insurance. The name of the required form can change from one state to the next. […]

Life insurance is a popular way for Americans to provide financial security to their loved ones. Non-U.S. citizens might also require life insurance. It is possible to get life insurance for green card holders and visa holders, but it can be more difficult. While many life insurance providers offer life insurance to visa holders and green card holders, not all […]

Life insurance policies offer a variety of dividend options that can help financial planners ensure their clients receive the best returns on their policy. Dividend options range from straight life, to endowments and annuities, but there is one option that stands alone—which of the following is not a dividend option for a life insurance policy? […]

Renters insurance generally does not cover damage caused by pets; however, some policies provide special add-on coverage called pet liability coverage. Pet insurance covers the costs to repair or replace property that your pet damages while on another person’s property. Some policies exclude certain breeds while others restrict coverage for exotic or farm animals. Liability […]

Many people who live on the West Coast have experienced the aftershocks and rumbles from earthquakes during their lives. A 2014 U.S. Geological Survey report shows that Oregon is among 16 states at highest risk of earthquakes. Oregon homeowners may believe that earthquakes are covered by their standard insurance policy if they have insurance to protect their home […]

Most states in the United States require you to have minimum liability coverage for your vehicle. This is determined by your state. If you cause an accident that results in bodily injury, or property damage, this coverage protects passengers and other drivers. The average cost of car insurance is $565 for minimal liability coverage and $1674 […]

You might think it’s simple enough to check if a car is insured before you take it for a test drive or buy it, but the truth is, it can be complicated. Knowing whether the car you want to buy is insured correctly and legally should be a part of your due diligence when buying […]

Life insurance provides financial support for beneficiaries upon death; however, how this payout is received may have substantial tax ramifications. Distributions from life insurance policies are subject to tax if they exceed their policyholder’s cost basis, which this article will explore along with partial surrenders, withdrawals and loans that impact it. Cost basis When accessing […]

North Dakota’s 62.5% homeownership rate is slightly lower than that of the nation, which stands at 63.9%. The average cost for home insurance in North Dakota is $1,828 annually. This includes $250,000 of dwelling coverage. North Dakota homeowners may wish to protect their investment by purchasing the right homeowners policy. There are many top-rated home insurance companies that sell policies […]