Severe Weather Can Occur Anywhere, Anytime. Do YOU Have A Disaster Plan In Place?
Posted: June 26, 2013
The best time to protect yourself, your family and your property in the event of a severe weather alert, is BEFORE it happens. Preparedness is everything. Here are some easy simple steps that you can do ahead of time that will assist you and your family in most disaster situations when the time comes. Build an emergency supply kit – Include items of non-perishable food,...
Tips on Barbecue Safety and How To Save Your Eyebrows
Posted: May 20, 2013
Pardon the pun, but I only mentioned because it happened to me. Yep. I’ve burnt the eyebrows and the hairs off my arms all in one shot. Or flaming inferno, that is. Had to order Chinese takeout that day for no one wanted to eat the burgers. Even now they still check to see if my eyebrows are intact before they eat anything I grill....
Buying A New Boat? Consider Taking A Boating Course.
Posted: May 6, 2013
Every year, the U.S. Coast Guard compiles a list of statistics from all fifty states and five U.S. territories of reported recreational boating accidents. The numbers on these reports from year to year are staggering. As of 2011, there was approximately $52 million dollars of property damage as a result of recreational boating accidents and the number one contributing factor towards these accidents was...
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Posted: April 8, 2013
Every April, the National Safety Council has promoted Distracted Awareness Month and its’ message is to encourage the public to start driving without the use of a cell phone. This year’s theme “What were you thinking?” focuses on educating the public on the distraction to the brain from a cell phone conversation while driving, whether it is a handheld or hands-free device. It is estimated...
What Is A Good Age To Start Considering Long-Term Insurance?
Posted: March 29, 2013
Ideally, between the ages of 50 and 65. This age group begins to think realistically about retirement and is actively planning for that golden day. Usually, they will have the other financial requirements behind them at that point such as a mortgage, college tuition and the like. So, planning for the financial impact of retirement is the next logical choice. With that, it is prudent...