Life Insurance: Tips for Millenials

Dec 28 2016 A low percentage of people ages 18 to 34 — along with their counterparts in the preceding Generation X — believe they are likely to ever purchase life insurance, according to a 2015 study by life insurance research group LIMRA. It’s understandable: When you’... more ›

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Its Almost The New Year: Safest Cars of 2017

Dec 27 2016 If you’re in the market for a new car in the new year, you might want to consider one of the 38 car models that earned the 2017 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Since 1959, the IIHS has been testing which cars are... more ›

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Top 12 Holiday Safety Tips

Dec 6 2016 Tip #1 The holidays are a great time to get to know your neighbors If you have not already done so, the holiday season is a great time to get to know your neighbors. This includes the people who live next door, across the street and over the back fence.... more ›

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First Time Home Buyers

Oct 14 2016 1. Factor in home insurance When calculating monthly mortgage payments, it’s important to factor in home insurance. Just as property taxes will likely be paid out of an escrow account, so will insurance premiums. 2. Find an insurer early Finding an insurer... more ›

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Coverage Gaps with Rental Cars

Oct 6 2016 If you have a personal auto insurance policy, your liability, medical and uninsured/underinsured motorists coverage will transfer to a rental car in the U.S. or Canada. If you have an umbrella policy, liability coverage also will usually transfer to a rental... more ›

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Coverage Gaps for Uber or Lyft Drivers

Oct 6 2016 There are lots of ways to use mobile technology that involve thinking outside the box -- such as using or driving for Uber, renting a car by the hour, or renting out your car to others. In this case, the "box" happens to be your personal car insurance. If you'... more ›

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Tips for Cleaning Basement after Water Damage

Aug 30 2016 Tips for cleaning your home after water damage: Water in unwanted places can cause a lot of damage. Not only can it ruin your prized possessions, but also the house in which they are stored. If you’re able to act quickly, you can minimize the damage and... more ›

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Homeowners Checklist for August

Aug 12 2016 Late summer heat is upon us, so our August home maintenance chores focus on indoor tasks as well as some easy maintenance to keep your air conditioning system running right. So crank up your AC, grab some scrub gloves, and get ready to spruce up the following... more ›

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Boat Safety: Summer 2016

May 31 2016 No matter how much experience you have, it’s always a good idea for everyone to review boating safety rules before departures. Below you will find 10 basic boating safety tips to help you stay safe: 1.Be Weather-Wise Always check local weather conditions... more ›

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Keep Your Home Safe: Every Room

Mar 1 2016 With a new year comes a renewed desire to improve our health, to become more organized, to save more and spend less. However, have you thought that maybe this could be the year you can prepare your home for emergencies — room by room? Let’s take a step-by-... more ›

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How to Avoid Animal-Vehicle Collisions

Feb 5 2016 About 2 million times every year, animals and cars collide on U.S. roadways — often causing serious and even fatal injuries to drivers and passengers, along with about $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. And, these... more ›

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What to Do After a Car Accident in Winter

Feb 5 2016 Freezing temperatures, gusts of wind, patches of ice – winter can be a horrible time to be on the road, especially if you’re on vacation and aren’t used to driving in winter conditions. And, it’s an even worse time to get into a car accident. But, with... more ›

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Common Misunderstood Coverage Gaps

Feb 2 2016 There are lots of ways to use mobile technology that involve thinking outside the box -- such as using or driving for Uber, renting a car by the hour, or renting out your car to others. In this case, the "box" happens to be your personal car insurance. If you'... more ›

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Freezing Temperatures Can Lead To Frozen Pipes & Water Damage

Jan 6 2016 You wake up on a cold winter morning, head into the bathroom or kitchen, turn the faucet and … a trickle. Or, nothing at all. You have a frozen pipe. What do you do now? Better yet, how do you avoid this messy, potentially expensive situation in the first... more ›

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10 Car Insurance Coverage Gaps To Fill In 2016

Jan 4 2016 There are lots of ways to use mobile technology that involve thinking outside the box -- such as using or driving for Uber, renting a car by the hour, or renting out your car to others. In this case, the "box" happens to be your personal car insurance. If you'... more ›

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