Most homeowners have a requirement commonly referred to as Florida property insurance, but it can be a rather confusing process.  If you are trying to find quotes for your unique situation, understanding the questions an agent will ask you is very important.  Understanding the most frequently asked questions will ensure that you are able to provide as much information as possible to get the right coverages, and great quotes. Residence Type Florida property insurance coverages vary greatly depending on the type of home you live in.  There are different coverage limits and policies depending on what type of residence you own, […]

Breaking down your homeowners insurance in Florida Trying to find the best homeowners insurance in Florida is nowhere near as simple or as straightforward as most companies make it out to be. In fact, it can even be argued that if you are finding the Florida homeowners insurance comparison process to be almost too easy, too effortless, and too simplified and streamlined your likely being lied to (or at least misled) into grabbing Florida homeowners insurance and that might not be the best value or bang for your buck. But use the information below in this quick guide to help […]

If you’re looking for homeowners insurance, Florida rates can seem astronomical. Florida is the most expensive state in America for insurance for the home, and there’s little relief in sight. The typical premium for the average house in Florida is close to $2000 per year. That’s more than four times the cost of insuring a house in the least expensive state, Idaho. Florida homeowners insurance is more than double the national average, and continued cost increases could threaten the state’s reputation for a low cost of living compared to the rest of the nation. Hurricane Claims Are Down, Profits Are […]

You’ve worked hard to buy your house.  It saw you through those early years of marriage when beanie weenies was on the menu several times a week, the birth of your daughter, followed quickly by the next two kids (both girls).  The house became awash in shades of pink, nail polish bottles and eyeshadow.  The backyard cemetery holds the remains of three hamsters, a couple hermit crabs, two chickens and countless numbers of fish.  At times it felt obsessively small, and when the kids had friends over it was overwhelmingly loud.  It protected you through the no-name storm, the hurricane […]

You Can Quote Me You probably just typed “home insurance quote Tallahassee FL” into Google and saw all the results. Yeah, there’s a lot.  Every insurer wants you at their site getting a quote from them and making an on the spot decision. It’s not enough to just get a quote; you need to be able to get the right quote on the right policy and the right riders.  Sound confusing?  You’re not alone. So, what constitutes a good home insurance quote in Tallahassee, FL?  Well, first, what constitutes a good home insurance policy for Tallahassee? Bank On It That […]

Florida homeowners may soon gain more options for flood insurance, more than what’s offered by the current federally subsidized national program, due to a measure that’s designed to help encourage more private flood insurance companies to enter the market.   Earlier this month, the Florida Senate passed the bill, which would provide Florida residents with the flood insurance alternatives they’ve probably wanted.   While many Floridan residents do need some type of flood insurance, especially if they live in flood-prone parts of the state, the lack of options on the market make it difficult for Florida residents to get true […]