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Avoiding Valentine’s Day Scams
By Sarah Fichter Love is in the air! Sadly, your bank account might not be feeling the love on this special day. We want to show our family and friends how much we love them but does that have to mean spending your month's rent on chocolates and flowers? Valentine's Day is the number [...]
Smart Devices Don’t Mean Smart Security
By Sarah Fichter Smart devices might seem like the superheroes of technology today, but some villains try and weaken intelligent devices and do harm. Many devices have weak points that render them susceptible to breach. An Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity included a directive for NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) [...]
Fall-Proofing Your Home
By Daniel Steinzeig Our home is where we spend most of our time and generally where we feel the most comfortable. However, according to the National Council on Aging, more than 75 percent of falls occur at home. Your home should be where you feel safe without worrying about getting hurt. There are [...]
Insurance Mistakes to Avoid
By Taylor Swyers When purchasing a new insurance policy, common mistakes may cost the insured when it is time to make a claim and collect on a policy. Often, customers look for the lowest price without considering what plans meet their needs and choosing insurance that adequately covers them and their loved ones. [...]
New Year, New Insurance Review
by Emily Raunig The new year rolls in with a slew of new resolutions. Every year, people vow to stick with a new habit for the year. This year, make an insurance review part of your resolutions! A lot can change over a year - your home, your children, your car, your [...]
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week: How to Stay Safe on the Road
By Emily Raunig December 6-10 is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week. Late in life, you or a loved one may begin having difficulties driving. During this time, it’s essential to recognize why older drivers struggle more and how to take appropriate safety precautions while driving. Even though removing someone’s driving rights can feel like [...]