April showers bring May flowers. But in homes with poor or blocked drainage, those showers can also bring flooding and damage. Flooding may occur due to surface water or water seeping into unwanted places like a basement. Be proactive to protect your home and belongings with these tips. Evaluate your property. Make sure the ground…
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Myths About Renters Insurance
You spend a lot of time, energy, and money filling your living spaces with things to make it feel like home. It’s more than just where you live; it’s where memories are made and life unfolds. Renters insurance offers the protection you and your belongings deserve. Yet there are many misconceptions when it comes to…
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Is Life Insurance From Your Employer Enough?
Many employers offer life insurance as part of their employee benefit package. This employer offered life insurance is also known as group life insurance. While this is often a convenient perk as an employee, you must consider your specific needs to evaluate if this coverage really gives you enough protection. First, we will review some…
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Preventing Ice Dams
By understanding their causes and warning signs, you can be better informed on how to prevent ice dams from causing expensive damage to your home. What is an ice dam? An ice dam is a buildup of thick ridges of solid ice on a roof’s eaves which prevents snow from draining properly. As the warm…
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Home Theft Protection Tips
No home is free from the risk of theft. It is imperative to take precautions and avoid the temptation to become complacent. When we let our guards down, we increase the risk of theft. Criminals tend to strike during daytime hours when most adults are at work and kids are at school. Most burglars are…
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