Archives: 2023
How often should I update my insurance policies?
Posted: November 2, 2023
As your life changes, your insurance policies should, too. Whether you’re celebrating a new chapter in your life or navigating significant changes, staying on top of your insurance needs is crucial to ensure you’re adequately protected. Major life events can dictate how often and when you should update your insurance policies, especially after significant life events like marriage, job changes, relocations, or expanding your family....
How to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Posted: November 1, 2023
November marks a time of gratitude and reflection, inviting us to honor the vibrant tapestry of Native American cultures, traditions, and their profound contributions to our nation. Native American Heritage Month extends an invitation to individuals from all walks of life, encouraging them to immerse themselves in the richness of Indigenous cultures. Beyond a month of celebration, it is a season for education, introspection, and...
Free Help for Your Turkey Emergency
Posted: October 31, 2023
Beyond true holiday emergencies like kitchen fires, there are other, more minor issues that still have the potential to cause panic like getting your bird cooked on time for dinner.You also might have questions like: How long should I cook my turkey? And how do I know it’s really done?Don’t worry: You got this! Here are some handy food safety resources from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)...
What To Know About Buying a Vacation Home with Family or Friends
Posted: October 25, 2023
If you frequently vacation with good friends or family, it may have occurred to you that owning a vacation home together might represent an opportunity to lock in your favorite getaway forever. With home prices in the stratosphere and stubbornly high interest rates, pooling your financial resources might be a great way to lower the cost of vacation home ownership. If done correctly, it could...
Rate Increases Not Slowing Down
Posted: October 23, 2023
I was looking through the Insurance Journal’s October edition and I quickly noticed a trend. 5 of the articles within the first 15 pages were related to insurance industry losses and increasing rates. It started right out with a letter from the editor headlined “Unstable Homeowners”. AM Best revised its outlook on the Homeowner’s Insurance segment from stable to negative. Other headlines include: “Insurance Industry...