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Homeowners insurance premiums are not based on the current resale value of the homes, but on the cost to replace them.  As housing prices plummet, the cost to rebuild a home is on the rise.  Reed Construction Data estimates an increase of 4.2% on construction costs from 2007 to 2008, up from the 2.8% estimate [...]

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It is that time of year again. Winter has arrived. As cozy and warm as a nice fire might sound, remember the hidden danger that may be lurking in your home: carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide cannot be seen or smelled—but at high levels, it can kill a person in minutes. According to the home safety [...]

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