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Home owners insurance policies are designed to protect your house and personal property against losses from the perils listed in your policy.

Home owners insurance rates vary widely based on your geographic location. Areas prone to hurricanes, floods, hail, earthquakes, fires and other natural disasters will generally have higher rates. Even the distance to the nearest fire department or fire hydrant can have an impact on your home owners insurance rates.
Knowing Your Policy Is VERY Important
Coverage for Property and Possessions

Liability Coverage

Theft Off Premises

Additional Living Expenses

What Can a Homeowner Do To Be Prepared?

What Can a Homeowner Do To Save Money?
Coverage for Property and Possessions

Damage to the dwelling and the contents could be the biggest unexpected disaster awaiting a homeowner who has less coverage than needed. Most policies provide a stated maximum amount of coverage for the dwelling and another amount for contents.

Generally, dwelling coverage is based on replacement cost, which means that in the event of a total loss, the policy will provide reimbursement, up to the policy limit, to replace the structure. Ideally, a homeowner should buy enough insurance to completely rebuild the home, known as replacement value. This figure may not be the home's actual market value or what the owner originally paid for the home. This is especially true in a depressed or an inflated market or if the home is simply not replaceable to its condition prior to the loss. Replacement cost policies, which may pay over the policy limit to rebuild the home, may be available from your insurer.

To determine how much insurance to purchase, an accurate appraisal of the home for replacement cost should be made. Working with your insurance company is important in this process. Most insurers recommend or require that a homeowner insure the dwelling for 100 percent of its full replacement value. Some homes, very unique ones such as national register-types or very elaborate ones, cannot be insured for exact replacement since some features are not replaceable in either workmanship, materials or practical costs. The insurer and/or the agent is the best source for these issues.

Coverage for personal property is different. Most policies provide actual cash value coverage for contents which includes depreciation, or full value contents without depreciation. Actual cash value means that if a power surge blows out a 10-year-old television set, the homeowner should know what to expect. Unlike full value contents coverage, which would essentially provide a new television set, actual cash value coverage allows the insurance company to calculate the useful life of the item and then depreciate the item to present value. A depreciated 10-year-old television set would be insured for only a fraction of its original cost. A homeowner may want to consider replacement cost coverage to be sure that the contents are adequately insured.

In addition to making sure that contents are covered for replacement cost rather than actual cash value, homeowners should purchase additional coverage for items that would ordinarily be subject to loss limitations. Virtually all policies cover contents loss up to the policy limit for items that include furniture, clothing, toys, accessories such as lamps and other items which are used for decor. Explicit limitations are set in the policy for high-cost items such as jewelry, fine art, furs, electronics, collectibles, oriental rugs and antiques. If a thief comes in and steals a two-carat engagement ring, it will not be covered well enough without what is commonly known as a personal property rider to cover specific, costly items. For more information on home owners insurance visit our specialist site below.
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Does the thought of negotiating a property deal in Spanish bring you out in a cold sweat? The complexities of mortgages are confusing enough; let alone considering a different language and legal system.

Never fear though, as there are experts who can guide you through the process and do the negotiating on your behalf. Most will speak fluent English, and have a thorough knowledge of the Spanish market and house-buying process. As it has become more and more popular to buy abroad, the options have increased. You can now take out a ‘Spanish mortgage’ with some of the high street banks and building societies, specially aimed at those buying abroad.
Brokers

The mortgage system and broker system is very different from that of the UK. When it comes to dealing with local bank managers and solicitors, a good broker could make a world of difference, simplifying the process and making sure that you clearly understand all the Spanish terms. Be aware that brokers in Spain are not regulated – anyone can set up as one. You should look for one with an office, and that is SL registered (similar to a limited company). You can also request to see copies of certificates and qualifications. You will probably need to set up a bank account in Spain, or a multi-currency account.

Law Professionals

You’ll need a qualified solicitor or lawyer, who is bilingual and experienced in the legal process of buying in Spain. Anything that requires a signature or payment should be checked with your solicitor first. If you are not going to be resident in Spain, you’d do well to appoint a ‘fiscal representative’ to deal with correspondence from the government while you’re away – your lawyer is an ideal choice. You may choose to employ a ‘gestor’, a local who takes on the task of legal form filler and can assist with permits, licences and importing possessions, as well as financial matters. You may also want to consult a UK professional, such as a financial advisor, to check on tax issues. This will be particularly true if you intend to rent out your property.

Estate Agents

Officially registered, licensed estate agents can be your most useful contact throughout the whole process – with a good local knowledge they can advise on both finding and buying a property. The internet will provide a vast amount of agents dealing in Spanish property – check that they are fluent English speakers and fully licensed.
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Your home: It's probably your biggest asset. Having a home to back you up when you need a loan is one of the greatest advantages of home ownership. In recent years, there has been a major increase in the amount of people looking to use their homes as a way to get access to extra money when they need it most. One of the best ways to do this is through a second mortgage.

A second mortgage is exactly what it says it is - a loan made in addition to your first mortgage, and it's based on the amount of equity you have built into your home. Many people use them to fund home renovations, to pay off credit cards, or to put a child through college. Since you've already been through the process once, the underwriting required to get a second mortgage is much simpler than it was the first time around, and the cost of the transactions involved will be significantly lower.
This usually makes up for the fact that interest rates on the second mortgage are a bit higher than they were on the first one.

On a second mortgage, you will borrow a fixed sum of money against your home equity, and pay it back over a specified amount of time. The amount you borrow will be combined with the amount you still owe on your first mortgage.

It all sounds pretty simple. There are just a few things to keep in mind. First of all, don't take out a second mortgage on your home unless you've built up a fair amount of equity in the property already- that is, made payments on the original mortgage balance for a good amount of time. You may still be able to get a second mortgage if you don't have much equity, but your rates will be so much higher, and the amount you can borrow so much lower, that it will essentially be a waste of your time and money. This is one of those things that is worth waiting for.

Also, look into the other options of borrowing against the equity of your home, including a home equity loan and a home equity line of credit. All of these options allow you to borrow against your equity, but there are slight variations among them that mean one of the three may be the best option for you. It will depend, for the most part, on your particular financial standing, the amount of money you need to borrow, and the amount of home equity you currently have.
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If you apply for a mortgage, your inbox, answering machine, and mailbox may fill up quickly with competing offers from other mortgage companies. It’s not that the company you applied to is selling or sharing your information. Rather, it’s that creditors – including mortgage companies – are taking advantage of a federal law that allows them to identify potential customers for the products they offer, and then market to them. The Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, wants you to know why your application for a mortgage may trigger competing offers, how you can use them to your benefit, and how to stop getting them if that’s your choice.

The unsolicited calls, emails, and letters about competing offers often are called “prescreened” or “pre-approved” offers of credit. They are based on information in your credit report that suggests you meet criteria set by the creditor making the offer – for example, you live in a certain zip code, you have a certain number of credit cards, or you have a certain credit score. Credit bureaus and other consumer reporting companies sell lists of consumers who meet the criteria to insurance companies, lenders, and other creditors.

When you apply for a mortgage, the lender usually gets a copy of your credit report. At that point, an “inquiry” appears on your report showing that the lender has looked at it. The inquiry indicates you’re in the market for a loan. That’s why mortgage companies buy lists of consumers who have a recent inquiry from a mortgage company on their credit report. Federal law allows this practice if the offer of credit meets certain legal requirements.

Clearly, some mortgage companies benefit from the practice. Consumers can benefit, too: prescreened offers can highlight other available products and make it easier to compare costs while you carefully check out the terms and conditions of any offers you might consider.
Still, some people may prefer not to receive prescreened offers of credit and insurance at all. Here’s how to stop them:

Call 1-888-5-OPTOUT (1-888-567-8688) and you will be asked to provide certain personal information, including your home telephone number, name, Social Security number, and date of birth. The information you provide is confidential, and will be used only to process your request to opt out.

Opting out of prescreened offers does not affect your ability to apply for credit or to get it. Your opt out request will be processed within five days, but it may take up to 60 days before the prescreened offers stop coming. If you have a joint mortgage, both parties need to opt out to stop the prescreened offers. If or when you want to opt back in, use the same telephone number.


Put your phone number on the federal government’s National Do Not Call Registry to reduce the telemarketing calls you get at home. To register your phone number or to get information about the registry call 1-888-382-1222 from the phone number you want to register. You will get fewer telemarketing calls within 31 days of registering your number. Your number stays on the registry for five years, until it is disconnected, or until you take it off the registry.

Many companies use other tools to identify marketing prospects, and that the Do Not Call Registry won’t shield you from all telemarketers – for example, those with which you have a business relationship. Even if you opt out of prescreened offers and put your number on the National Do Not Call Registry, you can expect some unsolicited offers.
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Whatever stage of the mortgage game you’re at, unless you happen to be a qualified financial advisor, solicitor and broker all rolled into one, you’ll need professional help to find and arrange your loan. This guide presents some basic information on mortgages, but you’ll need to take specialist advice for your individual circumstances.

Having a general awareness of the processes involved and an idea of what’s available to you should help you to make the right decision when you choose your mortgage.
You should be aware, too, of the difference between ‘information’ and ‘advice’. Anyone can give information, and a survey of the web will offer literally thousands of pages about mortgages. Be aware of the legal aspects of mortgages and finances – any agreements should be in writing, and you should check all documents carefully before signing. Verbal agreements and information should always be backed up by written copies. Below are some useful starting points for you to explore. Good luck!

Information

The web offers any amount of information on mortgages – check that the pages are recent as rules and offers change constantly. Good sources of official information are:

The Financial Services Authority – includes a guide to money, mortgages and debt, plus details of regulatory bodies and ombudsmen www.fsa.gov.uk

Direct Gov – general information on finances and benefits
www.direct.gov.uk

Inland Revenue – check the tax rules that apply to you
www.hmrc.gov.uk


Advice

Anyone offering you advice should be a qualified professional. They should be registered with an appropriate independent regulatory body, and you can ask to see copies of their qualifications. There’s a lot of free advice out there, that should help you without obligation, and it’s worth taking advantage of.

Independent Financial Advisors

Find an advisor at www.impartial.co.uk and a mortgage specialist at www.unbiased.co.uk

Solicitors

Often family or friends will recommend a solicitor, otherwise look for one that specialises in conveyancing and house buying. Check www.lawsociety.org for professionals in England and Wales, and www.lawscot.org.uk for Scotland.

If you have a query or complaint

The FSA are now the body that regulates financial professionals and lenders – the Financial Ombudsman can investigate complaints or disputes and usually resolve them. Contact the professional or lender first – they should have a complaints procedure. If you are still not satisfied, you can ask the ombudsman to consider your case: www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk
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(The websites of the respective law societies of England & Wales and Scotland are the place to find out how to make a complaint about a solicitor or firm, see above.)
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In a recent article appearing on IndyStar.com*, it was reported that Indiana and Ohio lead the nation in the number of home mortgage foreclosures.  As the article describes, there are many reasons for the high mortgage foreclosure rate.  Regardless of the reason, one key to avoiding this situation is proper mortgage planning.  Unexpected medical expenses or the loss of a job are likely beyond your control, however, you can control the decision regarding your next mortgage.  Making an informed and educated decision regarding a mortgage refinancing, second mortgage, or home purchase loan will help you avoid trouble.  Remember the following the next time you are shopping for a mortgage.
Think Independently – Most children have heard this sage advice… “If your friend jumps off a cliff, are you going to jump, too?”…essentially meaning “think for yourself.”  That same philosophy applies when talking to your loan officer.  Just because he/she states that you qualify for a certain mortgage refinancing, second mortgage, or home purchase loan amount does not mean you should accept the loan.  Compared to a few years ago, today’s lending guidelines accept higher debt to income ratios and/or reduced income documentation, which allows more mortgages to be approved.  Remember, you are the one who must make the mortgage payment, not the loan officer.  If you are not comfortable with the payment, do not accept the loan.

Understand Your Mortgage – It is imperative that you understand the terms of the new mortgage refinancing, second mortgage, or home purchase loan you are considering.  You need to know the following:
1) Is the mortgage a fixed or variable interest rate?
2) Is the mortgage interest only, deferred interest, or fully amortizing?
3) Is there a prepayment penalty?
4) Are there any balloon features to the new mortgage?
5) Are the property taxes and homeowners insurance included in the mortgage payment?

If your loan officer is elusive or gives vague answers to these or any other questions, find a new loan officer

Shop – Consult with two or three loan officers about your mortgage refinance,
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