How to Avoid Hitting a Deer
This article was written by Foremost Insurance. The original blog post can be found here. You're driving on a winding road, spending time with family and friends, when a deer pops out in front of you. Do you brake? Do you try to swerve around it? How do you respond [...]
Cyber Monday: Click, Buy, and Cyber-Secure Your Business
written by Sherelyn Schoch, November 11, 2024 Welcome to Cyber Monday (I love this day!), the virtual sibling of Black Friday, where the only lines you'll stand in are the ones connecting to your Wi-Fi. But as you're clicking 'Add to Cart' faster than you can say "free shipping," [...]
Buying Life Insurance for the First Time? Then Read These 8 Tips
This article was published by Erie Insurance on September 8, 2021. The original article can be found here. Maybe you just got married. Or had your first child. Or started a business. Whatever the life event is, you are now buying life insurance for the first time. And that might [...]
Why do I need flood insurance if I’m not in a flood zone?
Published by Sherelyn Yetter Schoch on October 8, 2024 Let’s address the elephant in the room—we're all in a flood zone! Sure, some of us face a higher risk than others, but the reality is that recent events have shown us just how quickly water can wreak havoc, even in [...]
Is Life Insurance Worth It When You’re Tight on Cash?
This article was written by Sherelyn Schoch on September 07, 2024. I know, you are tired of hearing me talk about life insurance - but, I feel it is so important! If you’re feeling the pinch of a tight budget and wondering whether life insurance is worth your hard-earned dollars, [...]
Understanding Certificates of Insurance and Additional Insured Status: A Contractor’s Guide
This article was written by Sherelyn Schoch on Sept 07, 2024. Hey there! If you’re in the contracting game, you know the job isn’t just about swinging a hammer or laying down asphalt. There’s a whole world of paperwork and insurance terms that can be just as tricky as the [...]
Why It Helps to have a Home Inventory
This article was originally published by Justin Metz on August 29, 2024. The original post can be found here. What if you were asked to make a list of everything inside your home from memory? Chances are, you’d end up forgetting a thing or two... right? Well, if you ever [...]
Why Has My Insurance Rate Increased?
This blog was originally posted by Stillwater Insurance. The original post can be found here. We know it can be difficult to understand why your rates have gone up and we want to help. We can all agree expenses have increased across the board, whether groceries, gas, housing, entertainment and [...]
How Much Does Life Insurance Cost?
This post was written by Alex Witkowski on May 31, 2024, for Erie Insurance. You can find the original post here. It’s a universal fact: everyone needs life insurance. Whether you’re a student, parent (single or married) or empty nester, life insurance can help protect the life you’ve built for yourself (or a future, if [...]
How Long Does a Roof Last?
(6 Warning Signs It May Be Time for a Replacement) This article was published by Foremost Insurance. The original article can be found here. You may overlook your roof, but it's one of the most important structures of your home – and the most vulnerable. It protects you from [...]
Time Management Hacks for Small Business Owners
Written by Erie Insurance on July 10, 2024. The original post can be found here. Effectively managing time is a game changer for small business owners. By improving your time management skills, business owners often realize gains in productivity and efficiency—advancements that directly drive bottom-line success. One thing you shouldn’t [...]
Prepping your Seasonal Home for Summer
This blog was written on May 26, 2023 by the Bigger Pockets blog. The original post can be found here. Summer is right around the corner, and for most vacation homeowners, this usually means “high season.” Today, I thought we would look at 10 great tips for setting up your [...]
Should you take a boat safety course?
Written by Progressive Insurance. The original blog can be found here. Safe boating requires knowing how to operate the boat and following boating etiquette and rules. Boating is not as regulated as driving, so not everyone learns the basics of boating safety before heading out on the water. Whether you’re a [...]
So You’re Hiring Your First Employee
The original post is by by Justin Metz on June 13, 2021. You can find that post here. You’ve put in the hard work building your business from the ground up. And it’s finally starting to pay off. The only problem: now you have more work than you can handle. As [...]
Grilling Safety Tips for Propane, Charcoal and Gas Grills
The original post is by Justin Metz on June 26, 2020. You can find the post here. Nothing says summertime like eating hamburgers, hot dogs and barbecue straight off the grill. There’s something about cooking your food over an open flame that seems to make everything taste better. But it does [...]