Enjoy the holidays, fire-free, with tips from Grinnell Mutual
Posted: December 15, 2015
As the holiday season approaches, homes will soon be glowing with decorations both inside and out, delicious foods will be baked, menorahs lit, and carefully wrapped packages will appear under Christmas trees. Though often forgotten, the season and its traditions pose an increased risk for fire hazards. “In the 31 years that I have been conducting fire investigations, I have heard countless times, ‘I always...
Three Ways to Spot Deer on Rural Roads
Posted: December 4, 2015
When drivers and deer see each other on the road, it can be a challenge for each of them to overcome their instincts. The deer caught in the headlights may freeze, while drivers may swerve to avoid the deer. “When you see a deer, slowing down should be your first reaction,” said Kevin Dowling, Assistant Vice President of direct claims at Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company....
How to Organize Your Important Paperwork, Once and For All
Posted: November 24, 2015
Editor’s note: Navigating your finances, not to mention your life, in your 20’s can feel overwhelming… but it doesn’t have to be. Follow our blogger Abby as she figures it all out in her new series “Adulting: I Can’t Even… and So Can You!” I’ll admit it: Now that I’m closer to 30 than to 20, I’ve got my grown-up swagger going on. During the...
Protecting Your Identity During the Holidays
Posted: November 17, 2015
There’s no bustling through crowds with online shopping, but making purchases over the Internet may increase the risk of identity theft. A disproportionate number of scams, fraud, and identity theft-related incidents occur during the holiday rush. As the shopping season continues, make sure personal information remains just that – personal – with these safety tips from Identity Theft 911® and Grinnell Mutual. Shopping online safety...
Know the Trail: Snowmobiling Safely
Posted: November 9, 2015
This winter, more than 10 million people will ride across blankets of white on snowmobiles. The breathtaking beauty of snow-filled woods and fields attracts some people to snowmobiling while others treasure traversing the winter landscape with friends and family. "If you're out there with the right safety gear and the right cold-weather gear, it can be something very enjoyable," says Laurie Cisewski, a claims adjuster...