Home Improvement
Nevada Wildfire Awareness Week - A time to review your homeowner’s insurance
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/26/2012 - 11:30amCARSON CITY – Nevada’s insurance carriers have reported to the Nevada Division of Insurance (Division) that they have received around 1,100 claims as a result of the Caughlin Ranch and Washoe Drive fires. The dollar amount of these claims, mostly due to fire, wind or smoke damage is approaching $35 million.
These insurance claim estimates show the dangers of wildfire. Nevadans should take action during Nevada Wildfire Awareness Week (NWAW) to prepare their homes and evaluate their insurance to prepare for wildfire season.
Lowe's spares Carson in store closures
Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 4:00amHome improvement company Lowe's announced Monday that it is closing 20 "underperforming" stores nationwide - but the Carson City location is not one of them.The nearest store to close is in Central...
Lawmaker Questions Sandoval Plan To Securitize Insurance Tax
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/25/2011 - 10:55amCARSON CITY – A proposal in Gov. Brian Sandoval’s budget to raise $190 million in revenue by securitizing the state’s insurance premium tax was called “questionable fiscal discipline” today by Senate Majority Leader Steven Horsford.
Sandoval Chief of Staff Heidi Gansert said the proposal is a “last resort” to be employed if needed to maintain essential services in health and human services and public education.
