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Preparing for Hurricane Season

Hurricane season begins June 1, and it is always good to prepare at least a month before.

• Hurricane Checklist   from North Carolina Channel 12
• Hurricane Checklist from South Florida NBC Channel 6 
• Hurricane Checklist from the Virgin Islands' site Here.VI 

Checking your Hurricane Insurance

As you compile your hurricane preparedness checklist, you also should remember to review your insurance policies (Home or Renters and Auto) to make sure that you are covered. If you are a renter, you should know that in most cases, your landlords insurance does NOT cover your belongings. If you want to protect your belongings you must purchase your own renters insurance policy.

And, don't wait to the last minute to check on your insurance! Almost all insurance carriers stop selling renters insurance (and other types of insurance as well) when a hurricane is approaching; if you wait until the last minute to purchase insurance, it may be too late.