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Renting a Home on Vacation – Does My Insurance Cover It?
You’re going on vacation and renting a beautiful property for the week. You’re not expecting anything to go wrong, but what happens if something does? What if you break something, or if you get injured? What if your stuff gets damaged or stolen? Read on to find out...
Is It Important to Keep a Copy of My Insurance Policy?
If you’ve ever sat down to read a declaration page on an insurance policy, you know there’s a lot that goes into the documentation. This information is clearly important, but there’s a lot of paperwork. Do you really need to keep it all, and for how long? Here’s a...
Building Up Your Classroom Library
Written by Casey Jeffers, Owner of Fair Winds Teaching & MSEA Second Grade Teacher Setting up your classroom library can be a daunting task. Whether you are a brand new teacher or a teacher switching grade levels (this is a big deal because not all books...
Fire Zones and What They Mean for Your Home
When the weather is hot and dry, and conditions are just right, wildfires happen. They are more common in some parts of the country than others, but it’s important to remember a fire can break out anywhere. And when it does, your home and your family are at risk. Know...
20 Summer Hacks You NEED to Know
It’s summertime and the living is easy—or rather it will be with these clever summer hacks. Here are our all-time favorite tips and tricks for entertaining, keeping the bugs away, summer fun, and staying cool and comfortable in the summertime heat. Entertaining...
Teaching Your Kids Safety In and Around Vehicles
Kids spend a lot of time in and around vehicles. But they may not be aware of the potential risks, from automatic windows that can pinch tiny fingers, to cars that can back over their play areas without warning. Each year, more than 9,000 children are treated in the...
Home Safety Tips for New Parents
You’ve got a new addition to your family – or you’re expecting one soon. Congratulations! There is a lot to do to prepare, including getting your home ready for your new baby. Here’s a checklist to help better prepare your home for your new little bundle of joy....
Preparedness – What to Do if You Have to Evacuate?
When disaster strikes, you may have only minutes to gather your loved ones, your pets, and your belongings, and get on the road. Are you ready? Whether it’s a flood, fire, or other emergency, there are times when evacuations are necessary. These are often stressful...
What to Keep in Your Boat This Summer
You’ve got the captain’s hat. You’re bringing the cooler. But what else do you need—or want—to have fun and stay safe on the water this summer? There are literally hundreds of great boat accessories on the market, plus lots of safety gear to choose from. We’ve...
Fire Prevention Starts in the Yard
Dry, hot weather makes the risk of fire especially dangerous in many parts of the country. Even if you’re not in a region prone to wildfires, you could be affected. Fires can happen anywhere, and once they start, they can spread quickly, putting your property and home...