Safety Precautions When Planting
Planting a garden is a relatively low-risk activity, but certain safety precautions keep you safe while planting. Garden preparation often includes use of potentially dangerous tools. The physical exertion required to plant seeds or seedlings is another potential concern, especially for those with health issues or limited mobility. Minimize your risk of injury through safe […]
5 Events to Trigger a Life Insurance Review
Life Insurance can be overwhelming. Choosing the right type of policy, selecting limits, obtaining quotes and reviewing coverages can be a daunting task. However, life insurance is one of the best ways to protect your family if you were to unexpectedly pass away. It will give your family the financial security needed to pay the mortgage, […]
Home Swimming Pool Safety
Millions of us enjoy warm weather every year by swimming in our backyard pools and relaxing in hot tubs. Tragically though, over 200 young children drown in backyard swimming pools each year. We suggest homeowners make pool safety their priority by following these guidelines: Secure your pool with appropriate barriers. Completely surround your pool with a […]
Why you should consider adding roadside assistance coverage to your auto policy.
Most insurance companies offer some sort of roadside assistance coverage as part of their personal auto insurance policies. What does this coverage actually provide, though? And, is it worth the cost? Advantages of Roadside Assistance Coverage By purchasing roadside assistance, most insurance customers can expect most of the following items to be included. For specifics, […]
Keeping Kids Safe With Cell Phones
It’s natural to worry when your child is ready for her first cell phone, even if you think he or she is generally responsible. Yes, this device is an instrument of connection, and it will allow you and your child to be more connected when you’re apart. But it’s also a symbol of separation, a […]
Insuring a Golf Cart
If you own a golf cart, you may associate it with leisure activities — driving around the golf range, traveling around a gated or retirement community, or even just rolling around your property. Though golf carts aren’t made for speed, they’re still moving vehicles, which means they can still be damaged, and they can cause […]
Bike Safety and Insurance
Bicycling is increasingly popular, both as a sport and as a means of transportation. And bicycles can cost anywhere from several hundred dollars for a basic bike to thousands of dollars for specialized racing bikes. Whether you use your bicycle to commute to work or simply like to cycle around the block with your children, […]
Camping Safety Tips
Did you know that over 40 million Americans will go camping at least once per year? Or that over 7 million Americans will go camping on Memorial Day weekend alone? While becoming one with nature is clearly a draw for many of us, camping comes with some inherent dangers that aren’t typical concerns in the […]
Tips for Keeping your Car Cool in the Heat
You may enjoy spending time outdoors during the summer months, but the heat and sun can make driving around intolerable, as your car may feel like an oven when you get in and take what feels like an eternity to cool down to a comfortable temperature. Fortunately, if you are wondering how to keep your […]
Do you need boat insurance year-round?
After boating season is over, it may seem like canceling your boat insurance is a good idea to save some money. Here are a few reasons why you may want to keep your boat insurance year-round. Boat Insurance on the Water Naturally, you want to protect you’re boat while you’re using it. Boat Insurance, while on […]