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Choosing the Right Home Security System
You’ve got a few tools at your disposal for protecting your possessions. First, there’s homeowner’s insurance in the case of theft or loss, but you can also take steps to prevent theft in the first place, by getting a quality home security system. There are lots of...
10 Hacks to Pay Off Your Vehicle Loan Faster
Do you have a car loan? If so, welcome to the (big) club! – Americans owe a collective $1.3 trillion in auto loan debt. Yikes! If you’re like most others, you’re probably wondering how you can pay your loan off faster. Below are some strategies, tips, and tricks to...
First Responders, What’s Your Why?
Ask any first responder why they chose their profession, and the overwhelming answer is that they were called to serve and help others. Chances are, this was yours too. The last couple of years have been like no other, with you and your fellow first responders on the...
The Pet Effect: Boosting Our Mental Health
We’re coming up on a year of the pandemic, and one of the biggest side effects has been loneliness and isolation. For some, that’s especially trying during Valentine’s Day (on the heels of the winter holidays!). Stress, anxiety, and depression are among the top...
First (or Fourth) Time Homebuyers Guide
Purchasing a home is an extremely exciting adventure in the life journey – in fact, more than anything it might represent achieving the American dream. For all the excitement though, it can be confusing, challenging, and stressful. And even for those who’ve done it...
Being a Responsible Pet Owner
It's no secret our pets bring us so much joy, but owning a pet - especially one that's young - is a lot of responsibility. Like children they are not something that can be brought home and forgotten about, they require your time, effort, and care. February is...
Virtual Valentine’s Day – 13 Ideas for Teachers
Who knew we needed this holiday so much!? Celebrating friendship, love, appreciation, and inclusivity – Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to bring your class some fun and good-feels after a tough year. In normal times, we’d be organizing handmade paper...
Umbrella Insurance FAQs
Umbrella Insurance, sometimes called “personal umbrella insurance”, is a type of personal liability insurance that provides an extra layer of affordable liability protection in the event of an accident. Adding Umbrella Insurance protects you and your family by...
Valentine’s Day Brain Break Activities on YouTube
Get your students up and moving at your Valentine's Day classroom party with our list of fun Valentine's Day-themed brain breaks! These YouTube videos are all free and great for socially distant in-person learning, and for hybrid or online teachers looking for...
FAQs About Roommates and Renters Insurance
If you rent your home, having renters insurance is a no-brainer: It protects against loss and damage to your belongings and usually costs less per month than a fast-food order. But what about when you add a roommate to the mix? How does that affect your policy and...