We have reached the end of 2016, which means that many of us are already thinking of the potential that 2017 will hold and the resolutions we want to keep. Most New Year’s resolutions revolve around a common theme: the desire to take better care of our loved ones. We resolve to spend more time Continue reading
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Confessions of a First-Time Renter: Stoves, Smoke Alarms and (Feelings of) Security
Beep! Beep! Beep! The shrill sound of my smoke alarm shook me out of my brief moment of confusion. Ten seconds earlier, I’d opened the door to my preheating oven and encountered a small cloud of smoke. So much for a quick dinner… Needless to say, the next few minutes were a frantic blur: windows Continue reading
Restaurants and Holiday Liabilities
If you own, manage, or otherwise work in a restaurant, then you’ve probably been bracing yourself for the holiday season for a while. You’re no stranger to the influx of customers, the holiday parties, special order requests, and staffing changes. Yet you know that every year brings a unique set of challenges. Regardless of whether Continue reading
Your Guide to Buying and Owning a Snow Blower
Sick of shoveling? When winter sweeps in with a mega storm that blankets your neighborhood, a snow blower can be a saving grace. While you still have to go outside, a snow blower spares you from the back-straining labor of shoveling snow. If you have a snow blower—or you’re thinking of investing in one—read on. You’ll Continue reading
What You Can Do to Make Your Holiday Travels Safe
We are quickly approaching the time of year that many of us spend traveling to see friends and family. Although some might opt to fly, many of us will be driving long-distance during the holidays. Getting ready for a road trip can be time consuming. You have to figure out where you’re staying, what to Continue reading
How to Shop Safe Online This Holiday Season
Last year, Don O.* of Pennsylvania received a text from Amazon letting him know that his package had been delivered. The only problem? He hadn’t ordered anything—an identity thief had. Don later discovered that the thief had also opened up a fake credit card in his name and used it to purchase an Amazon Prime Continue reading
How to Prepare Your Home for the Holidays
The holiday season is quickly approaching, which means that many of us will be visiting with extended family and friends, hosting parties, and cooking copious amounts of food. Although we have a few weeks before the holiday season kicks into full swing, that doesn’t mean it’s too early to start preparing. Besides getting your Christmas Continue reading
4 Ways to Avoid Big Car Repair Bills
They say that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That saying certainly applies when it comes to your car. By spending a little bit of time and money before things go south, you could potentially save hundreds of dollars in the long run. Not sure what to do? Then check out Continue reading
Insurance for Opticians and Optometrists
As an optician or optometrist, you face unique demands that other healthcare providers don’t. The eye is a delicate part of the body, and while you do your best to give your patients quality eye care, things can still go wrong with prescriptions, medications, and treatments. Besides the risks involved in dealing with patients, you Continue reading
How to Use and Maintain a Leaf Blower
With fall in full swing, a leaf blower is something many people simply can’t live without. And while using one is pretty straightforward, there are some basics about how to use and maintain a leaf blower that are worth keeping in mind. The following tips will help you stay safe, use your leaf blower the Continue reading