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Renters insurance: what it is and why you need it

What Is Renters Insurance and Why Do You Need It?

As in owning a home, you need to protect yourself from financial losses due to unforeseen circumstances as a renter. More specifically, you need protection from theft or damage to personal possessions, as well as from lawsuits arising from damage to property caused by you or a family member, or when a visitor gets injured while inside your residence.
Chores You Can Afford to Do Just Once a Year

Need an Excuse? Here Are Some Chores You Only Have to Do Once a Year

Household chores are something we do on a regular basis. We usually have a long household to-do-list that needs to be done every day or during the weekends. While most of these household chores are exhausting and strenuous, there are actually some household tasks you can do once a year.
Common Rental Property Emergencies

Common Rental Property Emergencies and How to Prevent Them

Owning a rental property entails a lot of responsibility and hard work to keep the property in great condition. While there are issues that you can prevent through regular maintenance, there are also emergency scenarios that you need to be prepared for as a landlord.
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