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There’s no doubt that some of the best holiday indulgences (turkey! cookies! cake!) come out of an oven, not a gift-wrapped box. But along with the many good things that originate in the kitchen throughout the holiday season, there’s something else that’s all-too-common: fires. The kitchen is the most common origin for home fires and fire …

There’s no denying it: Winter is on its way. Winterizing your home can help lower your energy bills, prevent bigger more costly repairs later on, and reduce the risk of accidents like a home heating fire. (Side note: That’s why having the right homeowners insurance can give you peace of mind, too.) Ready? Let’s walk through the big list of projects …

The start of fall brings a lot of welcome things: a new school year, cooler temps and changing leaves. You may not notice it right away, but your daily commute is affected by the shorter days and changing weather, too. (For example: Did you know wet leaves can be as slippery as ice?) Stay alert this fall. Here are the top things to look out for when …

Whatever your goals and dreams are in life, you’ve likely had a support system of people to help you get there – friends, family and others around you who share your dreams, rally around you when you stumble and celebrate you when you succeed. James Conner, a professional running back, says he wouldn’t have gotten nearly as far without his. We …

If you’re a small business owner, you know what hard work means. It means sacrifice. It means connecting to people in the right way at the right time—often during the early morning, in the evening and on weekends. It means putting your business before anything else (even, at times, family). It means being your brand and being on, all the time. That …

It’s college move-in time. For many, this is the first time students will be living away from home and moving into a smaller space. It might even be the first time sharing a room—and a bathroom—with someone. With a roommate and limited space, if you’re a soon-to-be college student, you might be in for a wake-up call. A college dorm room isn’t …

The success of your business depends on hard work and ingenuity. Contractors insurance helps protect the effort and money you’ve invested in your business if there ever were a disaster. But because businesses are so diverse, you should consider a variety of optional coverages too. These extras are purchased and added to your business insurance policy …

This week marks Lightning Safety Awareness Week. Though disasters like hurricanes tend to get more attention during the summer months, it’s important to know how to stay safe from lightning. That’s because lightning presents serious dangers to both people and property. Lightning safety and people Lightning can occur during any time of the year, …

If you’re like many homeowners, you may have received offers in the mail promoting protection plans for exterior utility lines or pipes. And if you’re like most consumers, you’re not quite sure if this protection is something you might actually need. Whose line is it anyway? The reality is that as a homeowner, exterior underground service and …