Cultivate a Fire-Safe Farm
Posted: March 15, 2016
There are a lot of fire hazards on the farm, especially during harvest time. Dry crops and chaff offer plenty of fuel in fields and barns, on combines, and around other heavy farm equipment. Fields and equipment The Iowa State Extension has put together a list of safety precautions to help make your harvest safe and bountiful. Carry a minimum of two class ABC fire...
Hoverboards and Insurance: What You Need to Know
Posted: March 12, 2016
You’ve probably seen them in music videos and blog fails. Where you won’t see them are on a long list of university campuses, airplanes and football stadiums. Hoverboards have earned a bad rap since they swept the hot holiday gift list in 2015, and not just because of their inaccurate name. The two-wheeled toys have been reported to spontaneously catch fire and cause major damage....
Annuities for Any Budget
Posted: February 9, 2016
Some people think that annuities are expensive, that you need to have thousands of dollars in the bank to buy into an annuity. While there are some annuities that require a large single payment, our partner Erie Insurance offers many other options that can fit into many budgets: Flexible Premium Deferred Annuity (FPDA): Think of the FPDA as the “pay as you go”...
Four Ways to Find Fun on Snow and Ice
Posted: January 5, 2016
Snow and ice do not stop those willing to brave the elements for fun and adventures. In fact, some people seek out the byproducts of winter weather for exercise, fun, and relaxation. Whether you snowmobile across a snowy plain or skate across an icy pond, you can make the most of winter with these tips from Grinnell Mutual and Pardridge Insurance of Sycamore. 1. Know...
Making Good on your New Year's Resolve
Posted: December 30, 2015
Don’t drop the ball on your New Year’s resolutions. This year, try some resolutions that are easy to keep and will protect you and your family well into next January and beyond. Try these resolutions: Don’t be a distracted driver - Many vehicle crashes are avoidable if people would just pay closer attention to what they are doing and to what is going on around...