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- Boat insurance and safety Article
Boats afford recreation and adventure to their owners, but they come with risks, as well. Don’t let an accident or disaster sink you—understand how to insure your prized vessel.
- Boat theft Video
- Green insurance Article
Adopting practices that are known to be safe for the environment—aka "going green"—might also help you save on your insurance costs. Whether you're considering an eco-friendlier car, a more sustainable home or "green" business practices, check out this sampling of insurance benefits and products for the environmentally conscientious.
- Identity theft insurance Article
Identity theft victims often spend months or years recovering from the frauds perpetrated on their bank accounts and getting their credit rating corrected. Protect yourself against identity theft with this advice.
- Mobile home insurance Article
- Motorcycle insurance Article
Choosing the right insurance policy is much like choosing the right motorcycle. You want it to fit your needs and lifestyle—and to be within your budget. Here's a guide to insurance coverage for your bike—and some tips to make your insurance ride more "easy" on your wallet.
- Personal watercraft insurance and safety Article
Personal watercraft are lots of fun to use but like any moving vehicles, they are subject to accidents. If you own or are planning to own a jet ski or other personal watercraft, consider purchasing a policy specifically designed to cover it and follow safety rules.
- Facts about pet insurance Article
Like any other member of your family, your pet is subject to illness or injury, and you're liable for any damage he or she does. Luckily, there are a number of different insurance products that will help protect you and your family from the financial cost of a pet emergency.
- Pet insurance Video
- Private mortgage insurance Article
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) enables borrowers with less cash to have greater access to homeownership, as it protects the lender against loss if the borrower defaults on the loan. Learn about the circumstances that might require PMI.
- Tax filing and insurance Article
- Title insurance Article
Title insurance protects you against loss arising from problems connected to the title (that is, legal ownership) of your property. Learn more about title insurance.
- Getting the right insurance coverage for moving Article
Whether you’re moving locally or out-of-state, on your own or with a moving company, the right insurance will protect your belongings and give you one less worry. But before you put the first piece of furniture on the truck, do some research—start here.
- Should you buy travel insurance? Article
A vacation travel break can revitalize you and can open you up to new experiences. It can also be expensive—and just because you're off from work doesn't mean the universe cooperates. Travel insurance can protect against trip cancellation and other vacation losses—here's what you need to know.
- Test Your Insurance IQ: Travel Insurance Video
- Special event insurance Article
Though most often thought of with regard to weddings, special event insurance can be used to cover any occasion that might requires a significant financial outlay. If you're hosting a big party, here's how to protect yourself against circumstances outside of your control.
- Wedding Insurance Video
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- What is an umbrella liability policy? Article
Your standard auto insurance or homeowners insurance will provide you with some liability coverage, but you may want to have the extra protection for your assets that a personal umbrella liability policy provides.
- Liability and safety tips for dog owners Article
- Do I need to insure my household help? Article
Accidents happen—and if they happen to people you've hired to come into your home or onto your property to work, you're financially liable. It makes sense to understand how you're already covered and when to further insure household help.
- Bicycle safety and insurance Article
Bicycling is increasingly popular, both as a sport and as a means of transportation. Whether you spent a few hundred or a few thousand dollars on your bike, whether you use it to commute to work or to cycle around the block with your kids, it's important to understand the rules of the bike lane and protect your financial investment with the proper insurance.
- Test Your Insurance IQ: Bicycle Insurance Video
- Am I insured against asteroids, meteors and falling satellites? Article
While the likelihood of getting struck by a satellite, a meteor or an asteroid is extremely rare, if one of these falling objects does hit close to home, your insurance can provide peace of mind.
- Drones and insurance Article
A drone is generally classified defined as an unmanned aerial vehicle weighing less than 55 pounds. In recent years, they've become less expensive, allowing recreational users access to relatively sophisticated uses such as aerial photography.
In addition to being fun for their consumer owners, drones can launch host of safety issues and potential insurance claims. So, while piloting a drone might sound like child's play, before you or a member of your family takes flight, be sure to contact your insurance professional.