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Consumers are simply at a huge disadvantage when purchasing or evaluating insurance of all types. Our goal is to remove the complexity allowing the average consumer to make better choices and not be solely reliant on the insurance agent or company for advice. Always remember, YOU have the most to lose in the event your insurance fails to meet your needs; so be careful when assuming your agent or company has individually designed a plan around YOU.

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021 Chris Wilson Blog , Home

What Type of Home Insurance Pays Off a Mortgage?

What type of home insurance pays off my mortgage if I die?

There are 2 main types of insurance which pay off a mortgage, lender required and borrower desired. It's important to understand the difference between these two because they serve two very different purposes.

Lender Required Mortgage Insurance

A lack of equity position in a home loan is what drives the need for required mortgage insurance. To remove required insurance when purchasing or refinancing a home most lenders require that the borrower must place 20% down payment (equity) on the home. This insurance IS NOT A BENEFIT FOR ...

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 Chris Wilson Blog , Life

8 Critical Times In Life You Need Life Insurance

How can life insurance protect your loved ones?

Seems where life insurance is concerned that many simply don’t understand when do you need it the most? It’s a question I’ve been asked many times in the past and present and while I usually address that question based on where someone is at...

Monday, October 18, 2021 Chris Wilson Auto , Blog

What Is GAP Insurance and Is It Worth Buying?

GAP insurance can be critical for new car purchases.

So, what is GAP insurance anyway? Guaranteed Asset Protection insurance - GAP like it sounds, covers the gap or difference between what is owed on an auto, rv, boat etc. and what the insured value at time of loss is. Consider this example: You ...

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