(Updated 5/29/2020 due to new information from the American Academy of Ophthalmology) Beat That Blue Light Eye Peril Should you be concerned about blue light eye peril? How long do you spend staring at a screen — computer, TV, tablet or phone — every day? According to the latest estimates, the average […]
The Sharing Economy: Looking for a Side Hustle Are you looking for a side hustle or a secondary income stream? People working outside of their regular careers at a side-job have been doing this for forever. But in the last couple of decades, the terminology has changed as well as the numbers of people working […]
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Tips for Safe Shopping There are people who view shopping as a sport. The thrill of the hunt. The euphoria of getting a good deal. The slaloming through the crowds. The wrangling of the packages into the car. The calisthenics to gift wrap the gigantic, oddly-shaped presents. Let those endorphins […]
de·duct·i·ble /dəˈdəktəb(ə)l/ noun NORTH AMERICAN 1. (in an insurance policy) a specified amount of money that the insured must pay before an insurance company will pay a claim. Should I Raise My Deductible? We don’t care about deductibles until we have to pay one. And then we are bummed out about them. However, there […]
Photo by Radu Andrei Razvan from Pexels Getting Ready For Winter – A Checklist for Preparing Your Home for Winter Weather Best winter memory: Sliding down a hill on my metal flying saucer as a fearless 8-year-old in Iowa City. Worst winter memory: Throwing my snowsuit-clad toddler into a snowbank as I fell on the […]
Getting Ready for Winter – 12 Items to Keep in Your Car Have you ever driven in an unfamiliar area and been surprised to find an unexpected toll road? If you had some change handy you were probably mentally high-fiving yourself for being prepared. Carrying a roll of quarters in your car console is a […]
You probably did not know that there are 15 fire hazards you use every day in and around your home. My dishwasher caught on fire. True story. In the middle of a Netflix-night with the Kenyon part of Smith-Kenyon, we smelled smoke and realized our stainless steel, European branded, newish dishwasher was aflame. More like, […]
When you have commercial autos for your business, it is important to focus on safety and security. There are several tips for you to follow with commercial autos which will ensure that your vehicles and your employees are safe throughout the year. Driving Rules There should be a few set driving rules that are enforced at all […]
Why Umbella Coverage […]
Water damage from frozen pipes Having an insurance policy for your personal property is the best way to protect your investment on those items. Insurance is something that we all need but hope to never have to use. For most people, filing an insurance claim can be confusing and stressful. Trying to understand why your […]
