BOAT SAFETY 101 – Run your blower motors!
It’s almost boating season again, thus another reminder to run your engine blower for several minutes prior to starting your watercraft. Sadly too many people either aren’t aware they need to run their blowers or are in too big of a hurry to do so. Inboard and Inboard / Outboard engines are tucked inside confined […]
Are you taking your required minimum distributions?
Are you taking your required minimum distributions? Since we aren’t accountants, and don’t want to provide you bad information, we wanted to share the Retirement Plan and IRA Required Minimum Distributions FAQs provided by the IRS website. You can see the original content by clicking here. But here’s what it says: The Setting Every Community […]
Why auto insurance costs are on the rise….
Why Auto Insurance Costs Are on the Rise It seems like everything is getting more expensive these days, and that includes auto insurance. According to a recent study by the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies, there are many reasons why this is happening. Here are five of them. February 14, 2022 | Auto / Acuity […]
Review of Federal & State Credentials – Trucking
Helpful content by Humphrey Transportation Compliance, LLC: written by David Humphrey 03/2022 Review of Federal & State Credentials Here is an annual review of the permits that must be obtained from federal and state governments. Fuel tax, mileage tax, authority registration, license plates, and other requirements are as follows: All 48 continental states and most […]
Perform a Gemba Walk to Improve Your Manufacturing Operations
As manufacturing has evolved, we sometimes see a gap between what is happening on the shop floor and what the front office thinks is happening. Gemba can help you become more efficient by providing a clearer understanding of your operations. But, where do you start? A great lean tool that is often overlooked and sometimes […]
Where are CD renewal interest rates today?
What are the CD interest rates today? According to bankrate.com, the best CD rate for March 2022 would be on a 5 year CD through Credit One Bank. That rate according to their website is 1.25%. Janet, a 65 year old health female is considering CD’s for approximately $100,000 she has put away for her […]
Estate Planning Basics for Farm Families
Estate Planning Basics for Farm Families Do you want to keep your farm in the family? Will your estate plan pass on the right assets to the right people? There’s a lot to think about when you consider your future. That’s why we prepared some estate planning basics for farm families. Balancing the Interests […]
AM Best: Ukraine Invasion to Likely Have ‘Substantial Impact’ on Insurance Industry
From the Insurance Journal, February 28, 2022 Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could add to inflationary pressures and will likely have a substantial impact on the global insurance industry, said AM Best. The rating agency Friday said efforts by the global central banks and the U.S. Federal Reserve to contain inflation will be challenged. Plus, sanctions […]
Hybrid Long Term Care Insurance from Frost-Beck Insurance Agency
Hybrid Life Insurance/Long Term Care coverage from Frost-Beck Insurance Agency In terms of insurance products, this is still a relatively new concept in the market and something you may be interested in. With hybrid Life Insurance/Long Term Care coverage, you can address two very important needs at one time: Life Insurance needs which provide for […]
How is the chip shortage and global supply chain issues affecting my insurance?
A fantastic blog post by Auto-Owners Insurance Company! How is the Chip Shortage and Global Supply Chain Issues Affecting My Insurance? Spoiler alert: This article is not just a rant about how the ongoing chip shortage and global supply chain problems are affecting your insurance. We also included some practical tips because there’s enough stress in the […]