By Rhea-Frances Tetley Staff Writer Beginning in January 2025, companies wishing to write insurance in California will be required to issue 85 percent of their policies in areas designated as fire risk areas. That was some encouraging news shared by Insurance...
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Estate Planning – Can you rely on legal insurance for your estate plan?
While group legal insurance offered through workplace benefits may seem like an affordable option for estate planning, it often falls short of providing the comprehensive, personalized plan your family needs. Here's why a heart-centered, counseling-oriented approach...
ASK THE REALTOR – Home warranties: Peace of mind for buyers and sellers alike
This week’s edition marks one full year of my tenure as real estate columnist for the Alpine Mountaineer newspaper. Before we celebrate, let’s dive into this week’s real estate knowledge! A home warranty plan can be a valuable asset for both buyers and sellers,...
Mountain Musings with Uncle Mott – Old Hogan’s Goat
I know you’re gonna think I’m crazy (many people already do), but did you know that you can rent a goat, or even a herd of goats, to rid your property of weeds and brush? It’s true, there’s a company in San Diego that will rent you a herd of goats to create defensible...
Dear Sydney,
My husband of 45 years has me upset over his unreasonable demand to move down the mountain into an old folks home in Redlands. He wants me to give up my cabin in the woods, sell my furniture and all my trinkets and treasures, and live with him in a one-bedroom...
Estate planning checkup: Keeping your plan current
Estate Planning Awareness Week highlights the importance of not only creating an estate plan but also keeping it up to date. An outdated plan can be almost as problematic as having no plan at all, potentially leaving your loved ones with legal complications if you...
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