How to Inform Your Kids About Fire Safety
Letting your little ones know the importance of being safe when a fire breaks out is imperative but can also be daunting. Such a serious subject can either be too much for them to handle, or it might go right over their heads. So how do you discuss the subject with...
Five Unexpected Situations Where Travel Insurance Protects You
There are probably many things on your mind as you prepare for your next vacation. From packing the proper clothes to booking flights and tours, your pre-trip to-do list can feel like it will never end. One task that should be at the top is obtaining travel insurance...
The ABCs of Airbnb: Prepping Your Home as a Short-Term Rental Space
Research suggests revenue from short-term vacation rentals will surpass the hotel industry in 2020. In fact, Airbnb reports that on any given night, there are 2 million people staying at one of its properties. If you’re looking to make extra income listing your space...
Six Things to do After a Home Robbery
Imagine coming home after dinner and a late movie showing, only to find your windows shattered and belongings scattered across the house. You know it is very clear that you have been robbed, but you do not know when this happened, what has been taken, and if the...
Seasonal Sun Safety
As the days grow longer and warmer, you may find yourself soaking in the sunshine for a few more hours each day. This has many health benefits, from improving your mood to increasing your vitamin D absorption, but there is a key caveat - you must protect your skin...
Home Maintenance to Prepare for Summer
Summer is beginning to peek its head around the corner and it’s time to get your home ready for the summer heat! You should have maintenance upkeeps throughout the year, but summer is going to be our main focus in this blog. By starting your maintenance early, around...
How to Save Money on Business Insurance
The last thing you want to focus on when starting or running your business is what could go wrong. While you aren’t necessarily going to face struggles right away, if you aren’t covered with a good insurance policy, you’ll likely experience some issues down the road....
Protecting Your Business in the Event of a Tornado
The Spring season may bring the rain showers and flower blooms we have come to associate with this time of year, but the constant change in temperatures and air pressure also has another effect - tornadoes. Certain parts of the U.S. are at higher risk for tornadoes,...
Four Ways Motorcycle Safety Doesn’t Compromise Fun
Feeling the wind as you ride your motorcycle down a winding mountainside can certainly be exhilarating. Riding is an activity that combines mindfulness, adventure, and nature in a way that is uniquely distinct from simply driving a car. Unfortunately, according to the...
Remodeling Your Home? Don’t Forget to Adjust Your Insurance, Too
Homeowner’s insurance is directly linked to the value of your home, and the only way to be confident you have the coverage you need is to be transparent about improvements you’ve made to your property over time. Here’s what to consider before, during, and after a home...
Five Tips for Home Fire Preparation and Safety
As a homeowner, you hope never to encounter a fire on your property. Home fires are a common occurrence, taking place about every 93 seconds. Therefore, it is vital to prepare a fire safety plan, should the unexpected arise. Here are a few tips to ensure you and your...
Why Do I Even Need Insurance?
Once you enter the workforce and become a true working adult in society, words like 401K and insurance can become a little overwhelming. You may ask yourself; do I even need insurance? The simple answer is yes! Getting insurance is a way of managing all of the...
Understanding the Difference Between Federal and Private Student Loans
Debt happens. When it comes to pursuing a post-secondary education, loans can be an important means to an end. But before you choose between federal and private loans (or choose a combination of the two), you need to understand the difference and the long-term effect...
Are Your Valuables Protected? Five Possessions You Might Not Know Should Be Insured
While you hope never to experience a theft or home invasion, there are unfortunately about 2.5 million burglaries annually in the U.S. According to the FBI, this equates to one burglary every 30 seconds. A standard homeowner’s insurance policy covers personal items...
What Kind of Insurance Protects You Against a Lawsuit?
Whether on the road or at home, you do what you can to keep yourself and those around you safe. But accidents happen — and sometimes they can lead to pricey lawsuits. Have you ever considered what you’d do if you were sued for something like accidentally injuring a...
Should I Pay My Auto Insurance Premium Monthly or Annually?
When it comes to automotive insurance, you may find yourself faced with multiple decisions to make. Should you choose a high or low deductible plan, minimum or maximum coverage, or pay premiums monthly versus an annual lump sum? Although there is truly no wrong...
5 Tips for Driving at Night – Insurance repurpose from trucking
Depending on your job, you may need to do a lot of driving at night. Or perhaps you like to leave in the wee hours to go on family vacation, so you can arrive at a decent time the next day. Some drivers do prefer night driving because the roads are more open. Even so,...
WHY WORK WITH AN INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENT FOR COMMERCIAL AUTO COVERAGE?
In this Internet age, it’s incredibly easy to purchase insurance online – directly from the carrier and without ever having to leave your screen. When you’re in charge of insuring a fleet of commercial vehicles, this option is surely tempting. You don’t have much...
Why Does Your Business Need Cyber Liability Insurance?
In the past, most businesses retained their data either in a hard copy format, such as paper records and files, or on a private computer server that was stored within their building. However, cloud-based software has exploded in recent years. It offers affordable and...
Hiking & Camping Safety: Staying Safe in Nature this Spring
One of the most beautiful aspects of nature is that it is ever-changing. You and your family may visit a National Park in the summer, only to return in the winter and discover completely new surroundings. This can be exciting, but it also means nature presents its own...
