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Beyond the Basics
For most of us, our home is our biggest investment. And it's essential to protect it — as well as what's in it — while maintaining it every year. Think about improving energy efficiency or making sure your insurance coverage is up to date.
Protect What You Value
Shop around every few years to make sure you’re getting the best rates and coverage on homeowner’s insurance. Compare policies and understand what each type of policy will and won’t cover and consider whether you need additional protection of any kind.
Have a Plan
Just as your lifestyle changes as you age, so do the various needs your home serves. A growing family sometimes necessitates remodeling or building an addition. Multigenerational dwellings are increasingly common. There's a case to be made for increasing the value of your home through improvements.
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