Seven Ways to Reduce the Cost of Insuring Your Teen Driver
Posted: May 12, 2026
While teenagers react with glee when they get their driver's license, for parents it is a time of angst and the specter of higher insurance premiums. Sticker shock is not uncommon when parents receive that first quote for coverage, but there's a reason for those higher rates. Teen drivers are unproven and due to their lack of experience behind the wheel, insurers try to protect...
Bills Would Help Homeowners Harden Homes, Reduce Wildfire Risk
Posted: May 5, 2026
California lawmakers are advancing a package of wildfire-focused legislation aimed at helping homeowners better protect their properties while stabilizing a strained homeowner's insurance market. The effort follows years of destructive fires and insurer pullbacks that have left many residents struggling to find or afford coverage. The legislation recognizes that reducing wildfire risk at both the property and community level is one of the most effective...
Should You Install Electronic Door Locks?
Posted: April 28, 2026
As our lives get more high-tech, one feature of your home may one day go the way of the typewriter: your house key. From fingerprint sensors to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-enabled systems, keyless entry products are rapidly transforming the way Americans secure their homes. These keyless systems may not be for everyone, particularly anyone that's not comfortable with technology. However, if you are tech-savvy these keyless...
Vehicle Thefts Plummet, Risks Remain for Car Owners
Posted: April 21, 2026
Vehicle thefts across the U.S. dropped 23% in 2025, reaching a 15-year low and signaling a sharp reversal from the surge during the pandemic years. The decline reflects prevention efforts by law enforcement, carmakers and insurers, but the problem has not gone away. A total of 659,880 vehicles were reported stolen last year, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). One vehicle is still stolen...
Spring Home Maintenance Crucial to Stave Off Problems Later
Posted: April 14, 2026
Winter can be hard on a home. Snow, ice, rain and freezing temperatures can quietly damage roofs, plumbing and foundations, leaving problems that often surface once things thaw. Winter storms can cause even more damage. Spring is the time to find and fix those issues before they turn into costly repairs. A thorough inspection now can stave off future issues and help you avoid common...