Has your vehicle been recalled? Find out now.
Posted: March 3, 2016
You probably “recall” that some big names in automotive manufactures have recently taken major hits to their pocketbooks — and reputations — because of recalls. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalled more than 51 million vehicles in 2015, down from the all-time recall record of 64 million vehicles, set in 2014. Some of these recalls were connected with injuries or fatalities. Vehicle recall search...
Why Life Insurance Makes Sense for Millennials
Posted: March 2, 2016
A lot has been written about how today’s Millennials (usually defined as anyone born between 1980 and 1995) are putting off buying their first homes, getting married and starting families. Another thing you can add to that list is buying life insurance. Research from the Life Insurance and Market Research Association (LIMRA) shows that while Millennials are concerned about their financial security, very few have...
Is Your Condo Covered?
Posted: February 24, 2016
Living in a condo brings together the best of both worlds -- apartments and houses. You own the condo outright, so if you want to paint the walls electric purple, go for it. And you don’t have to worry about things like lawn maintenance or other pesky chores. Just as living in a condo is a unique blend of apartment living with homeownership, condo insurance...
Psst! 'Password' is not a Password!
Posted: February 22, 2016
While it’s easy to remember, 123456 is not an effective password. In SplashData’s fourth annual list of the most popular passwords of 2015, the top four were variations of the numerals one through nine. Number two on this list was “password.” Even if you are more creative with your passwords, you may not be doing enough to protect your business, your personal information, or your...
What to Know about Ice Dams
Posted: February 17, 2016
If you’re no stranger to snow, then an ice dam on your roof is a dangerous seasonal possibility. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining off the roof. From gutter damage to unintended injuries, an ice dam can spell disaster. Fortunately, ice dams can be easily mitigated if you take steps to prevent them...