Houselogic: Protect Your Home Content

Forecasters: 9 to 15 Storms This Hurricane Season

Fri, 25 May 2012 12:50:08 -0400

This summer’s Atlantic hurricane season will be average.

Senate Acts to Extend Flood Insurance Program

Fri, 25 May 2012 12:41:26 -0400

House and Senate work to keep federal flood insurance program operating.

With Hurricane Season Here, Will Congress Finally Reauthorize Flood Insurance?

Tue, 22 May 2012 16:39:55 -0400

The housing market is awash in uncertainty as Congress has yet again left millions of us wondering what fate has in store for the soon-to-expire National Flood Insurance Program.

One-Third of Home Owners Insurance Claims Involve Dog Bites

Fri, 18 May 2012 16:13:01 -0400

Tips to keep Spot from taking a bite out of your guests.

Renew Flood Insurance for Home Owners: REALTORS® to Congress

Wed, 09 May 2012 16:55:33 -0400

The federal flood insurance program is set to lapse at end of May, leaving thousands of home buyers and owners with few options for coverage.

Video Shows How to Protect Homes from Wildfires

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:40:59 -0400

Planning to Remodel Your Home? Let Insurance Company Know

Thu, 03 May 2012 13:02:28 -0400

Major improvements to the interior or exterior of your house can change your insurance needs.

Should You Tornado-Proof Your House?

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:21:38 -0400

Here are six ways to tornado-proof your home. Warning: These aren’t cheap — nor foolproof — methods.

Fore! Masters Tourney Rebuilds Tree-Split Bath in One Day

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:40:36 -0400

The Masters Golf Tournament rebuilt a bathroom building in one day after a tree fell during an overnight storm. From a construction standpoint, that’s a hole in one.

6 Questions to Ask Before You Buy Home Owners Insurance

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:50:08 -0400

Know what you need to cover before buying or renewing a home owners policy.

Test Your Earthquake Preparedness with This Online Game

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:37:56 -0400

Think you’re an expert on earthquake preparedness? Test yourself with an online game that’ll reveal how prepared you really are for the next time the earth shakes.

The Best Home Security Money Can Buy … But Who Really Needs a Helipad?

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:08:40 -0400

If you’ve got a few million dollars, you can buy the world’s safest home. But for the rest of us, these 7 home security tips help us sleep at night.

Was Your Home in a Disaster, Damaged, or Robbed?

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:44:50 -0400

If your home is damaged during a federally declared disaster or by vandalism or theft, you may be able to claim special tax deductions. Here’s the fine print.

To Shutter or Not to Shutter? That is the Question for Some Home Owners

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:22:47 -0400

There’s a hot debate brewing over hurricane shutters. It boils down to curb appeal vs. home protection. Both sides have valid points. What’s yours?

Five Tips to Manage Home Owners Insurance Costs

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:33:15 -0400

Cut costs without cutting home owners insurance coverage.

2011 a Record-Breaker Year for Natural Catastrophes

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:45:07 -0400

Hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes made 2011 a record year for disasters.

Tips to Save Your Storm-Damaged Trees

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:36:00 -0400

Don't assume your storm-damaged tree needs to be cut down. Trees can easily bounce back if you follow these tips for pruning and storm protection.

2011 Hurricane Season Now Just a (Bad) Memory

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:42:37 -0400

The 2011 hurricane season, tying for the sixth most-active on record, is virtually over — and not a moment too soon.

Stop the Madness of Congress’ Flood Insurance Déjà Vu

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:56:43 -0400

Congress is set to temporarily extend the National Flood Insurance Program instead of adopting a long-term resolution to this vital program.

Farmers, October Storm Surprise: Get Ready for Wild Winter

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:17:40 -0400

The Farmers’ Almanac is expecting some “clime and punishment” this winter, much like the October surprise snow storm that’s knocked out power to 3 million homes. Here’s how to prepare for the next big weather hit.