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Insurance can protect your pandemic renovations

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If you are like millions of other people, during the pandemic you have made improvements to your property. Whether you installed a pool, remodeled rooms or finished your basement, now is a good time to check in with your independent agent to ensure your homeowner coverages are still adequate. The post Insurance can protect your pandemic renovations appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Inspection gives home buyer a deeper look

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Buying a home is the biggest and most valuable purchase most people make. Many factors could draw you to a home: location, price, updated countertops or a large yard. The home inspection offers the buyer a deeper look into how the home has been maintained or whether it needs costly repairs. The post Inspection gives home buyer a deeper look appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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How to protect yourself from fraud

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Whether you’re planning a much-anticipated remodeling project or facing repairs to fix damage from a storm, hiring a contractor can be a daunting and nerve-wracking task. While most contractors are trustworthy, some are guilty of taking advantage of vulnerable homeowners – especially when the repairs involve an insurance claim. The post How to protect yourself from fraud appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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5 ways to protect your home from wildfire embers

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You’ve taken the precautions to make your home resistant to wildfire by installing non-combustible siding and roofing, removing all wood attachments, managing vegetation and landscaping and providing adequate defensible space, yet you may still be at risk. The post 5 ways to protect your home from wildfire embers appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Entrust storm repairs to honest contractors

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When businesses and homeowners are desperate for help to repair and rebuild after a disaster such as a hurricane, tornado or wildfire, they seek assistance from anyone who will offer help. Unfortunately, there are scammers who prey on those emotions and take advantage of good people in their darkest hour. The post Entrust storm repairs to honest contractors appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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The Three Little Pigs and the price of a stick house

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Growing up, I loved reading the tale of “The Three Little Pigs,” never thinking much of how the story could ever relate to my adult life. As an occupational hazard, I often think now of the second little pig: “How is he going to rebuild his house of sticks that the wolf blew down?” The post The Three Little Pigs and the price of a stick house appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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3 myths about hurricane wind risks

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The 2020 hurricane season was one of the most active seasons in history, and weather experts predict 2021 will be similar. While hurricanes continue to be among the most catastrophic weather events, the good news is that homeowners have effective and affordable options to help reduce damage. The post 3 myths about hurricane wind risks appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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