Category Archives: Finance Guide

Due to its short commute time and high number of car-related deaths, Austin was ranked as one of the most dangerous U.S. cities to drive. The car insurance rates are comparable to the Texas average with minimum coverage starting at $558 per annum and full coverage starting at $1,796 per annum. For the 978.908 residents, car insurance is required. […]

Flood damage isn’t covered by homeowners’ insurance, so many New Yorkers must purchase separate coverage to protect themselves against flood risk. This is particularly applicable when purchasing property located within high risk flood zones. Under federal rules, mortgage lenders must require people buying property in high risk areas to purchase flood insurance before closing on […]

Homeowners insurance is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make. Not only does it cover your home in the event of a fire, flood, or other type of damage, it can also help you financially if something happens to your car or possessions while they’re inside your home. Though homeowners insurance isn’t […]

Alaska is the most populous state in the U.S. but only 530,000 drivers are licensed as of 2019. Alaskans pay $373 annually for basic coverage and $1,559 for full coverage. Road safety is a concern because of the high number vehicle-related deaths. As of 2018, there were 80 fatalities in Alaska from accidents. 41 were due to speeding, 29 were due to […]

Water damage is among the primary reasons homeowners file an insurance claim. Burst pipes typically fall under dwelling and personal property coverage on homeowner policies. Flood insurance covers damage directly caused by flooding; thus it only addresses direct impacts such as broken pipes. So does flood insurance cover broken pipes? Flood insurance does not cover […]

The health insurance marketplace is a critical part of the health care system in the United States. It’s where individuals and families can purchase health insurance coverage, either through an employer or on their own. This blog post will provide an overview of the health insurance marketplace and its key features. We’ll also discuss how […]

Your home insurance policy can be densely written with legalese and industry jargon. However, it is not something you should ignore. The words on your policy can make all the difference in whether you are fully covered or have to spend thousands of dollars to fix your home. Here are some key terms you should look […]

The traditional insurance business model has been remarkably resilient for years. As emerging technologies transform the way people interact with businesses, and the delivery of products and services, traditional insurance is starting to feel the digital effects. Blockchain is one of these emerging technologies. Companies such as Enterprise and IBM have implemented blockchain strategies that have helped push […]

If you’re like most people, you want the best for yourself and your family. And one of the best ways to do that is to have health insurance. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford coverage on their own. That’s where government assistance comes in—free health insurance for those who need it. In this blog post, we […]

This insurance does not replace life insurance and covers most accidental deaths or injuries. In the event that you are seriously injured or die in an accident such as a car accident, accidental death and dismemberment insurance will kick in. Unfortunately, accidents do occur — they are the third leading cause for death in the United […]