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Why insurance is so expensive now.

The insurance industry has experienced significant changes over recent years, with homeowner’s and auto insurance rates increasing rapidly. The reasons behind these trends are numerous, involving a combination of economic, environmental, and market-driven factors. Homeowner’s insurance on the rise Homeowner’s insurance rates have risen notably, driven by several unrelated critical factors: Accelerating auto insurance premiums …

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Is waiting for lower interest rates a mistake?

With mortgage interest rates at a level not seen for over a decade (see chart below), the question of whether to wait for interest rates to fall is creeping in. This is not unreasonable, however, it does beg the question. Are rates actually high? If you take a look at the chart below, you can …

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