Could Your Business Weather a Natural Disaster?
Posted: July 20, 2017
Be honest: Could your business survive for several weeks—or even months—if it were shut down? It’s not fun to imagine, but it’s a reality business owners in every part of the country face each year when a natural disaster strikes. Just last year, Hurricane Matthew left behind more than $10 billion in damage—and hundreds of businesses were among the casualties. Beyond the damage to a...
FIVE RULES FOR TEEN DRIVERS AND THEIR PARENTS
Posted: June 8, 2017
Driving is a privilege for drivers of all ages, including teens. Driving brings both opportunity and risk to those behind the wheel. “As a parent, I give our children positive affirmation about their driving abilities, while helping them understand the numerous risks,” said Kevin Dowling, assistant vice president for direct claims at Grinnell Mutual. “To be successful at whatever you do, there is often an...
FIGO Pet Insurance
Posted: March 22, 2017
Meet Figo (that’s like Fido, but with a “g”!). Figo Pet Insurance covers examinations, diagnostics and lab tests, surgery, treatments, hospitalization and prescription medications for accidents/injuries and illnesses. In addition, they offer chronic diseases coverage and continual coverage for chronic conditions as long as the condition is not pre-existing and has not occurred during the waiting period. The whole life of your pet all in...
“Frozen” is only good as a movie
Posted: December 30, 2016
This winter, don’t “let it go” — don’t let cheerful movie tunes and apple-cheeked Nordic princesses distract you from winterizing your home properly. There are plenty of easy, inexpensive ways to prevent winter damage. For instance, a burst pipe can cost you upwards of $5,000 in repairs. On the other hand, pipe insulation costs as little as $.50 per linear foot. Wondering where to start?...
Turkey Tech Talk: 5 ways Technology Can Enhance your Thanksgiving
Posted: November 22, 2016
No gadgets (with the possible exception of an electric turkey-carving knife) are allowed at the Turkey Day table. But up until that moment when all of your nearest and dearest are settled neatly around the table, technology can be a big help in holiday preparations. Here are five ways to put technology to work so you can enjoy a relaxing holiday and stay connected with...