How to Prepare Your Home for Winter Storms
Posted: January 16, 2025
During the winter months, the weather can get pretty grim. Freezing icy conditions, blizzards, torrential rain, and wind events can test any structure, including your home. The best policy is to be prepared for the worst and hope for the best. Here are some ways you can protect your home from the damage of winter storms this year. Indoor Checks and Safety Measures Heating System...
7 Tips for Staying Safe During Extreme Cold Weather
Posted: January 14, 2025
Polar Vortex and Extreme Cold Safety Tips Only travel if you have to. In extreme cold, you shouldn’t travel unless it’s absolutely necessary. Staying inside will reduce your chance of getting frostbite or risking uncertain road conditions. If you do need to leave the house, be sure to brush up on best practices for winter driving safety. If you drive, make sure you have a flashlight with...
New Year’s Resolutions for Policy Holders
Posted: January 2, 2025
The New Year is traditionally the time we make decisions about the future. Most New Year’s resolutions focus on personal health or family and business goals. Don’t forget to include greater peace of mind and security for yourself and those you love as part of your New Year’s list. By reviewing your policy coverage and making the necessary changes based on your other annual targets,...
Preventing Package Theft
Posted: December 16, 2024
If you do a lot of online shopping during the holiday or year-round, be aware of the growing threat of package theft. Package thieves, also known as “porch pirates,” have become so brazen that some will even tail delivery drivers to swoop up packages the minute they are gone. In a recent year, over 260 million packages were stolen across the U.S., costing consumers millions...
What to Know About Renting to Own
Posted: December 4, 2024
Over the last several years, many Americans have become pessimistic on the prospect of home ownership. According to a recent Bankrate survey, 51 percent of aspiring homeowners view cost-of-living issues as a major obstacle to buying, while 54 percent say their household income hasn’t matched the rise in market prices for available homes. With those challenges in play, many people are exploring rent-to-own options. Renting...