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Live in a Flood Zone? Protect Yourself from Water Damage

July 23, 2020 Guest Author

Around 41 million Americans live in flood zones, according to a survey by Environmental Research Letters. If you’re one of those people, you’ve likely encountered water damage in one way or another. Basements flooding, structural damage, and mold are all common after-effects of flood and water damage, made far more likely when living in a moist, flood-prone area. These factors don’t mean you have to pack up and move. With the right preparation and knowledge, dealing with flood damage doesn’t have to be scary. Here are some actions you can…

State Farm car insurance claims fall by as much as 50 percent in some states

July 23, 2020July 22, 2020 Marc

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The largest auto insurer in the country has been reducing its rates in response to the trend. State Farm car insurance rates have been reducing across the country due to the trends relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some of the insurer’s latest data has made it clear why it has been willing and able to make these reductions. Since the pandemic crisis began, the number of miles driven by Americans has plummeted. As a result, there have been far fewer State Farm car insurance claims, meaning the coverage is more…