Homeowners insurance does more than repair a roof or replace a couch. Tucked into standard policies and optional riders are lesser-known benefits that can save real money during stressful moments.

Most of us probably only visit The Home Depot if we need to repaint a room and do a small repair. But many contractors and home remodelers find themselves there a lot more often -- maybe even weekly ...

If you're focused on doing better financially as a homeowner, taking a fresh look at your home insurance could reveal unused value. Many policies include perks beyond standard coverage — and you might ...