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Latest Post: February 24, 2026

Financial Stress and Employee Dishonesty: A Growing Risk for Employers

Your business faces risks every day. Commercial umbrella insurance protects against external lawsuits and catastrophic third-party claims. However, significant losses can originate internally, driven by employee financial stress and access to company funds. Traditional policies do not cover losses stemming from inside your accounting system. As everyday costs increase and...

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May 30, 2022 How To Prepare Your Vehicle for a Summer Trip

If you want to ensure your summer trip goes smoothly, you need to prepare your vehicle to prevent the worst from happening. Are you planning a summer road trip? It could be a trip to the canyons or an adventure to the mountains. Perhaps you will lounge on the beach…

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May 23, 2022 10 Steps to Get Your Home Ready for a Hot Summer

It is almost summer and you have to figure out a way to get your home ready for the heat and everything that comes with it. During the summer months, temperatures skyrocket, and those intensely hot days can wreak havoc on your house and comfort. You may want to cozy…

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May 16, 2022 Establishing Proper Lines of Communication Between Insurance Companies and Clients

Establishing proper lines of communication between insurance companies and clients is important to set the same goal. There are many different components of a successful insurer-insured relationship. One of the most important, though, is an open communication line between both parties. Communication Between Insurance Companies and Clients Communication Between Insurance…

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May 16, 2022 How to Keep Your Home Safe While Away

Planning a much-needed vacation? You've got your tickets bought, arrangements made, now it's time to think about how to secure your home while you're away. How to prepare your home before you leave Being prepared before you leave for a trip will help protect your home while you are away…

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May 02, 2022 The Status of Medicare Part B Premiums

President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare Part B alongside Part A in 1965 to establish a new precedent in insurance coverage. When Johnson created the act, it provided insurance for seniors and other groups who had no insurance from an employer. Today, the coverage comes with a standard premium of…

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April 26, 2022 Medicare and Medicare Advantage: The Differences and Values

Medicare and Medicare Advantage offers the patient two essential options that can help them over a long period. Once your employees are 65, they can sign up for a federal health insurance plan to help pay for medical necessities. When preparing for this step, they may want to compare original…

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April 19, 2022 Bundling Insurance Can Mean More Coverage and Less Cost

Finding the right insurance coverage can be a time consuming and often stressful task. With so many options on the market, it is easy to become overwhelmed. An experienced independent insurance agent can help you compare and identify the right policies among multiple companies. They can also help identify discounts…

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April 18, 2022 Fool-Proof Tips for Preparing Your House to Sell

The real estate market has seemingly never been hotter, so it’s no surprise that people are rushing to buy and sell homes. If you fall into the latter category, it’s a great time to cash in on your home’s equity, but there are a few things to do before you…

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