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Avoiding Common Home Insurance Claims During Renovations

Renovating your home can be an exciting journey, transforming your living space into the dream dwelling you've always wanted. However, amidst the excitement, it's crucial to undertake precautions to avoid common...


Why Checking Load Height is a Big Deal for Towing Companies

Hey there, towing pros! We all know that towing isn't just about hooking up and driving off. There's a lot more to it; one detail often overlooked is checking the load height. Yep, we’re talking about the vertical space...


Top Tips for Traveling Safely This Summer

Nothing builds up anticipation like a countdown to vacation! Before you pack your bags and hop a flight-or a really, really long car ride-follow these steps to ensure that you and your belongings are safe and secure....


Essential Fire Safety Tips for Your Home

Taking care of fire safety at home is a key part of managing your household. Each year, fires in residential areas cause significant property damage. However, many of these incidents may be prevented with the right...


A First-Time Homeowners Guide to Selecting the Right Insurance Policy

If you’re like most first-time homeowners, you aren’t going to Zillow or Realtor.com eagerly hunting for homeowners insurance. We’re all far more excited about the home we plan to buy, not the policy that will protect...


Help Keep Teen Drivers Safe with Telematics

As parents, the safety of our teenage drivers is paramount. With road accidents constituting a significant risk for young drivers, leveraging technology to enhance their safety isn't just smart; it's essential....


Tornado Season Is Here, and Tornado Alley Is Changing: Here’s What You Need to Know

According to Scientific American, the area of the country known as “Tornado Alley” is shifting eastward, bringing damaging winds and extreme weather conditions to areas of the country that historically haven’t had to...


Insurance 101 for Financial Literacy

Let’s face it, unless you’re in the insurance business, insurance isn’t exactly most people’s favorite subject. But without at least a basic foundation, a lack of familiarity with insurance can cost you-financially and...


Why Flood Insurance Is a Must for America’s Homeowners

If you think your home isn’t at risk for damage from flooding, think again. According to FEMA, “Since 1996, flooding has affected 99% of U.S. counties, bringing significant damage and financial costs to homeowners and...


Tips for Towing a Boat Trailer to Reduce Accidents and Insurance Claims

Owning a boat can make weekends and vacations fun and memorable. Follow these tips to help ensure that when you’re towing your boat you’re being as safe as possible to lower the risk of accidents and unwanted insurance...