Friday, May 30, 2014According to the U.S. Coast Guard, education is the key to preventing boating accidents. Last year, 80 percent of all boating fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had not completed a boating safety course. Although collision with another boat is the most reported type of accident - hurricanes, theft and fire also pose a significant threat to boat owners. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 15, 2014Did you know you’ll probably spend upwards of $20,000 on your pet during his lifetime?! This may be hard to believe, but it's true. Paws on this for a moment: A young puppy at a local shelter may cost just $100, but you could end up shelling out the equivalent of a down payment on a house if he lives up to 12 years. READ MORE >>
Monday, May 12, 2014The Utility Notification Center is the one-call agency dedicated to safeguarding citizens and construction personnel who work around utilities, as well as safeguarding the underground infrastructure of pipes, mains and lines which bring utilities to your community. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 1, 2014So much more goes into business insurance than getting the lowest business insurance quotes. It means understanding your business’s unique needs and the potential risks that can threaten its success, the video explains. For example, 25 percent of all businesses do not reopen after a disaster, the I. READ MORE >>
Monday, April 21, 2014Let's face it. Launching and running a business takes capital, motivation and yes, even physical stamina to handle the stress and demands of a new or growing venture. And it's risky. In fact, one out of every five businesses fails within the first five years of opening. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 3, 2014Ultimately, the responsibility for properly training and controlling a dog rests with the owner. The most dangerous dogs are those that fall victims to human shortcomings such as poor training, irresponsible ownership and breeding practices that foster viciousness or neglect and abuse. READ MORE >>
Monday, March 24, 2014We'd like to believe that disasters caused by floods or earthquakes are rare. But as we have seen with the recent natural disasters in the United States and abroad, the impact can be financially devastating. If you were to fall victim to a natural disaster, could you pay for the damages out-of-pocket? READ MORE >>
Wednesday, March 19, 2014Be Prepared Many hikers will admit that they sometimes forget to pack an important item in their backpack, especially when they are a bit out of practice. Every hiking party should carry the Ten Essentials. These essentials are a topographic map, compass, extra food, water, extra clothing, firestarter and matches, sun protection, a pocket knife, first-aid kit, and flashlight. READ MORE >>
Friday, March 14, 2014Comparing insurance policies can be confusing, but resist the urge to simply choose the policy with the lowest premium. Consider the company's reputation and the coverage you'd get for that premium. "As a general rule with health insurance, the higher the premium, the lower the amount you pay when you go to the doctor," Quincy says. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, March 5, 2014If a tree falls and hits your house, are you covered? The short answer is, yes. The coverage is quite straightforward: if a tree hits a home or other insured structure, such as a detached garage, standard homeowners insurance policies provide coverage for the damage the tree does to the structure and the contents in it. READ MORE >>
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