Homeowners Insurance: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

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Buying a home is a big deal and a significant investment. For most of us, our house is our biggest expense. But, more importantly, our house is our home.

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Issues vary from minor fixes to major problems. These major issues can keep some people up at night as they can get extremely costly; this is where homeowners insurance comes in.

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What Is Homeowners Insurance?

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Three Types of Homeowners Insurance

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How Much is Homeowners Insurance?

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How Does Home Owners Insurance Work?

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