What Do I Need To Know About Medicare Coverage?

Understanding Medicare Coverage: What You Need to Know Medicare is a government-funded insurance program that you can enroll in through the Social Security office when you become eligible.  Do you know what kind of coverage you’re signing up for? Here’s an overview of Medicare and the difference between its two main parts, Part A and […]

Selling a House During The Cold Winter Months

The winter season is upon us, meaning shorter, busier days. As the cold weather sets in and holiday travel and festivities approach, home-buying traffic decreases substantially—often up to 50% of what it is during other times of the year. For you, as a real estate agent, this means new considerations when selling homes. To share […]

Why Are My Insurance Premiums Still Increasing?

An Inside Look at Why Home and Auto Rates Are on the Rise Have you noticed an increase in your home and/or auto rates recently?  If so, you’re not alone. But, we get it. Just because it’s happening to a lot of people doesn’t necessarily make you feel better. Let’s dive into the “why” behind […]

What Are Some Tips For New Camper Owners?

5 RV protection tips for new owners Buying an RV is a big investment. From its initial purchase to the tow vehicle you drive to the products you’ve purchased to take care of it, there’s a lot at stake whenever you leave the house on your next trip. That’s why taking the necessary steps to […]

How Can I Prevent Frozen Pipes this Winter?

How Can I Prevent Frozen Pipes this Winter? The words “frozen pipes” can strike fear into the heart of any homeowner. Why? Freezing water puts excessive pressure on pipes which can then burst, releasing a possible torrent of water in your home. Even after repairing and cleaning up after a burst pipe, your home is […]

How do I negotiate an Agricultural contract?

How to negotiate an agricultural contract Erin Herbold-Swalwell January 29, 2024 / Source:  Farm Progress Farm families frequently encounter agricultural contracts. Whether it’s a purchase agreement, custom farming arrangement, a farm lease or an easement agreement, you may feel overwhelmed by the length of the contract or its language. Many Iowa landowners are evaluating lease […]

Insurers Wake Up to Growing Risks of Severe Storms

After $70 Billion Hit, Insurers Wake Up to Growing Risks of Severe Convective Storms Insurance Journal / Bloomberg / Gautam Naik The insurance industry is grappling with a new kind of weather risk that’s increasingly driving its biggest loss category. While no single weather event caused more than $10 billion in losses for insurers last […]

Dryer Vent Clean Out for Home Fire Prevention

Dryer Vent Clean Out for Home Fire Prevention ·1 MIN READ Cleaning out your lint trap on your dryer simply isn’t enough. Have you cleaned out your dryer vent lately? Did you know it’s something you should be doing routinely (like every three months)? Not only is it good for saving money and improving efficiency, […]

How Can I Protect My Home While on Vacation?

How to Protect Your Home While on Vacation When you’re getting ready to leave for vacation, ensuring that your home remains safe while you enjoy your travels is crucial. An obviously unoccupied home is an easy target, so in addition to having a security system in place, creating the illusion that someone is home can […]

Four Concerns Contractors Have With Scaffolding

Four Concerns Contractors Have With Scaffolding Scaffolding can improve productivity and safety at your job site, but only if it is set up properly. Acuity’s loss control team came up with four tips to address some common concerns they see with scaffolding. Start with good base. The foundation that the scaffolding poles, legs, posts, frames, and […]