According to long-range forecasts, New Jersey and surrounding states will be experiencing less ice and snow than average, but don’t use that as an excuse to blow off maintenance.
To get ready for winter, follow these tips for preparing your home for ice and snow. [Read more…] about Preparing your home for ice and snow
The holiday season is the busiest time of year for travel, and it’s just around the corner. Hitting the road or friendly skies between Thanksgiving and New Years can be exciting, dreadful or both. To make travel as easy and exciting as possible, read these tips for staying safe and sane on your excursion.
It’s in your best interest to leave valuables at home. Carrying expensive items makes you a target both on the road and at the airport. Plus, there is the risk of your bags being lost, and your prized possessions along with them.
Winter weather can be unpredictable, and the holiday season is notorious for canceled flights and closed roads. However, you should have a good idea of what the weather will look like the day before you are scheduled to head out. If things are not looking good, consider delaying your departure or at least make contingency plans in case you end up stranded.
Despite your best efforts, your travel plans could still be affected. You should pack your carry-on so that it has everything you need for at least an overnight stay in a hotel, just in case your flight ends up being cancelled.
To save your sanity during stressful travel, one thing you should do is keep everything in one spot—tickets, IDs, visas, etc. A passport wallet is a great item to have!
Ultimately, no matter how much you prepare, things can still go wrong. So you should be prepared for the worst case scenarios. A good traveler’s insurance policy will cover canceled flights, lost luggage, illness and more. To find a policy that works for you, speak with an insurance broker.
Are you running a business from your home office? If so, you may need more insurance coverage than you realize.
Take a look at some considerations below. [Read more…] about Insurance considerations for having a home office
Once you have insurance coverage, you are all set — right? Well, not quite. Your needs may change with time, and you should reevaluate your insurance policies regularly. [Read more…] about When should you reevaluate your insurance policies?
Most people learn about retirement planning through their jobs, starting with their 401k and exploring further options from there.
But with a changing work world, your adult children may not have such an opportunity. How can you help them understand retirement planning? [Read more…] about Helping adult children understand retirement planning
Do you have expensive electronic items in your home or at your business? It’s important to select the right surge protectors to keep them safe. [Read more…] about Selecting surge protectors for electronic devices
Most trick-or-treating safety tips focus on children, but what about homeowners handing out candy? Below are some tips you can use to keep yourself safe this Halloween. [Read more…] about Trick-or-treating safety tips for homeowners
Do you own a fitness tracker, such as a Fitbit? If not, you might want to put one on your holiday wish list. Not only can these wearables help you get into better shape, but they can even save you on your insurance policies. [Read more…] about Fitness trackers and health insurance
The weather may not be too chilly yet, but cold temperatures are on the way. In addition to pulling out your favorite sweater and digging out those snow shovels, there are a few ways you can prepare your home for colder weather. [Read more…] about How to prepare you home for cooler weather
Fireplaces add both physical warmth and ambiance, able to completely transform the atmosphere of a home.
But can they also change your homeowner’s insurance? [Read more…] about Does having a fireplace impact your homeowner’s insurance?