Geralin Thomas, a fellow “Hoarders” expert, posted a link on twitter about Insurance companies and hoarding. Apparently, insurance companies are changing how they write up their policies. Presently when an insurance company writes up a homeowners insurance policy they don’t come into the home. However, since hoarding has become such a hot topic these days, insurance companies are starting to see the potential for unsafe conditions. These unsafe conditions can increase insurance rates.

It’s common for a home stuffed with clutter to be unsafe and even unfit to live in. It’s a fire hazard, health risk and puts many at risk of serious injuries and even death. So not only will hoarding cost emotional and physical suffering. It will also hurt you financially. Read the article to learn more.