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Insurance industry profit motives conflict with our need for protection. Public insurance, coupled with proactive risk reduction, can help.

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Home insurance is an ongoing cost tied to homeownership. Most Americans can't avoid it — mortgage lenders require coverage before closing a loan — and this type of coverage is typically imperative ...

With inflation and interest rates straining household budgets in 2025, homeowners are searching for ways to cut expenses. One often-overlooked opportunity for savings is your home insurance premium.

You're feeling pretty proud. You just finished that bathroom remodel yourself, saved thousands of dollars, and it looks ...