Do You Know Your Flood Risk? According to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), everyone lives in a flood zone. Even those who don't live near water are at risk, because anywhere it rains, it can flood. Heavy rains, clogged or insufficient…
10 Tips for After the Storm 1. WAIT If you were ordered to evacuate, wait until local officials have declared the area safe to return home. 2. DAMAGE Before you enter your home, check for visible damage with extreme caution…
Helping to Keep Your Drivers Safe in Dangerous Conditions Fall and winter driving conditions can be prime time for accidents involving skidding or losing control. Ice and snow are common hazards that often come to mind. Fallen leaves, wet…
How to Pet-Proof Your Home A new pet parent must prepare their home for their new arrival just like any other new mom or dad. Pet-proofing your home is key to having a happy, healthy pet. The following tips can…
Top Eight Mistakes People Make While Towing The idea of hauling something huge behind your truck or SUV may sound like a fun adventure, but for those who aren't familiar with the complexities of towing, it can actually be pretty…
How to Choose Between a Car with Automatic or Manual Transmission A new car is a huge decision, especially if you are unsure about whether you want one with a manual or automatic transmission. The most important thing is to…
7 Tips for Creating a Home Emergency Plan Disaster can strike at any time. And since we can’t always determine when or where an emergency will happen, you and your family must be prepared. Unfortunately, according to FEMA, nearly 60%…
10 Practical Tips To Get Your Car Ready For Fall It won’t be long before the weather gets iffy, if that time hasn’t already arrived. Driving safely during the fall months requires more than just cautious driver behavior.…
Winterizing Your Seasonal Home It's a necessary task for any seasonal home owner, and you still have time to get it done: preparing your seasonal home for the rigors of winter. Properly planning now can help you avoid damage and…
Understanding business owners policies (BOPs) It may sound like a dance craze from the 1950s, but a BOP—a Business Owners Policy—can protect your small business against today’s most common risks. Fire, burglary, liability and business interruption losses are all covered…
