Home Fire Escape Plans Save Lives
Posted: September 26, 2013
Fall is officially here, and with it comes the National Fire Protection Agency’s National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9 -15. This year’s theme is “Protect Your Family from Fire,” which makes now a good time to come up with a fire evacuation plan or review the one your family already has in place. A small fire can escalate into a major blaze in less...
6 Things Home Insurance Won't Cover
Posted: September 26, 2013
6 hazards home insurance doesn't cover When disaster strikes your home, home insurance is supposed to be there to help you pick up the pieces. Most of the time, it does. But the coverage does have limits, says Carole Walker, executive director of the Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association, an industry group based in Greenwood Village, Colo. "Many people don't take the time to...
Apply for health insurance? Homework involved...
Posted: September 12, 2013
By: The Associated Press Published: September 11, 2013 Getting covered through President Barack Obama’s health care law might feel like a combination of doing your taxes and making a big purchase that requires research. You’ll need accurate income information for your household, plus some understanding of how health insurance works, so you can get the financial assistance you qualify for and pick a health plan...
Labor Day Barbecue Idea: Don’t Get Burned on Your Insurance
Posted: August 30, 2013
While the great menu debate between hot dogs vs. hamburgers will likely rage on for years, one Labor Day barbecue idea is making sure you don’t get burned on your insurance coverage. Here are some statistics from the National Fire Protection Association over the last five years: U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 8,200 home fires involving grills, hibachis or barbecues per year, including...
How can I save money on my business insurance?
Posted: August 22, 2013
Here are five ways to save money on business insurance: Shop around. Prices vary from company to company, so it pays to shop around. Get the names of companies or brokers who specialize in your type of business. Call several so that you can compare prices and get a feel for the types of services they would provide. It's also important to pick a company...
