Not all New Year’s Resolutions are of the “new year, new me” variety. You can want to reach goals that don’t involve going to the gym, eating kale, or signing up for a marathon. Make 2020 the year you save money and stay safe — for yourself and your loved ones. Here are a few […]
As you plan where you’re going and what you’ll do this New Year’s Eve, think about how you’ll do it safely. Who’s going to drive? Will you know the people you’re enjoying the night with? Will you have people over or will you go out? You can have a good time this New Year’s, but […]
Does holiday decorating immediately put you in the spirit of things? Are you humming Christmas carols, drinking hot chocolate, and ready to bake cookies? You’re definitely not alone! No matter how excited you are to get the tree, lights, and blow-up Santa up, make sure you decorate safely so your home stays warm and bright […]
Once Thanksgiving is over, people often turn their attention to holiday shopping. You want to get a good deal and buy your friends and family what they want. Black Friday and Cyber Monday (and the entire holiday shopping season) is a great time for this, but it’s also prime-time for identity thieves. Here’s what you […]
Memorial Day is a time to remember those who’ve served this country and died fighting for it. But it’s also a great way to kick off the summer, and nothing makes that more fun than a great barbecue. Want this to be a BBQ that everyone raves about later? Here are some tips! Invite Family […]
Hurricane season is right around the corner, but the time to prepare is now. If you wait until there’s a storm on the way, it might be too late. Here’s what you need to do now to get your home and your family ready for hurricane season. Put Together an Emergency Kit Even small storms […]
When you’re in the middle of a move, there are a lot of things to remember. It’s easy for important things to slip through the cracks, like contacting your insurance agent. Your insurance coverage needs to be updated when you move, especially your auto insurance. Notify Your Agent as Soon as Possible Ideally, as soon […]
Every home in North Carolina needs a homeowners insurance policy. When you’re buying a home with a lender, it might seem like just another box to check to get to the closing table. But if you don’t know what’s in your policy or what it covers, you can get a nasty surprise the first time […]
Halloween is a time of spooky fun, celebration, and fun costumes. Kids roam the neighborhood, trick-or-treating and having a good time with their friends. Adults get a night to feel like a kid again.. But that doesn’t mean it’s a risk-free holiday, especially if you’re decorating, throwing a party, or expecting to give out lots […]
The sooner you can buy a flood insurance policy, the better off you’ll be. If heavy rains or rising rivers and lakes don’t make you nervous, Hurricane Florence might have been a wake-up call. It’s easy to think of flooding as a waterfront property or coastal problem (and it is), but anywhere it can rain, […]
