While you can’t prevent all accidents or workers’ compensation claims, you can create a safer workspace for your employees and yourself. Doing so will keep your employees out of harm’s way and your costs down. Here’s how you can create a safer work area for your employees. Provide Safety Training Common sense isn’t always common, […]
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Fall and Fire Pits
Written By Charlotte Insurance on September 2, 2019. It has 0 comments.
Fall weather is in the air, and the heat has started to lift. What better time to hang out with friends or enjoy a peaceful moment at home around your fire pit? Fire pits are popular in fall weather as homeowners extend their living space to the back yard or their patio. If you’re ready […]
Understanding Flood Zones (and Why They Matter)
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 29, 2019. It has 0 comments.
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again. Anywhere it can rain, it can flood. But not every area floods at the same rate and in the same way. That’s why flood zones are created — to help homeowners, communities, and insurers understand the potential risk of flooding based on where your property is […]
16 Labor Day Facts You Should Know
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 27, 2019. It has 0 comments.
Before you heat up the grill, hit the pool, and enjoy your three-day weekend, make sure you remember what the Labor Day weekend is really all about. Here are 16 facts you should know about Labor Day. The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882. It was planned by the Central Labor […]
Making Room for Mom and Dad
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 22, 2019. It has 0 comments.
As our parents age, it’s not uncommon to face decisions about where they’ll live and who will take care of them. If you’re facing these life changes, here’s what you need to know to get your home and your family ready for your parents to move in with you. Understand Why the Move is Happening […]
School Zone Safety Tips
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 20, 2019. It has 0 comments.
School is back in session and that means school zone signs are flashing across Charlotte. Whether you’re trying to commute to work or you’re dropping of your own children, staying safe is paramount. Too many kids get hurt just going to and from school each year. Keep these school zone safety tips in mind. School […]
Going Away to College Checklist (for Parents!)
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 16, 2019. It has 0 comments.
The end of summer is almost here, and that means your baby is about to head off to college. While they’re trying to figure out what to pack and what to leave at home, you’re probably thinking of the logistics of having them away from home for most of the year. To help you stay […]
Keeping Your Kids Busy (or Not!) Over the Summer Without Breaking the Bank
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 14, 2019. It has 0 comments.
We never appreciate our kids’ teachers more than after we’ve heard, “I’m bored!” for the millionth time during summer break. And that’s usually in the first week! You don’t need a lot of money or time to keep your kids busy this summer. And sometimes you don’t need to keep them busy at all. Here […]
The Gig Economy and Your Auto Insurance
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 12, 2019. It has 0 comments.
By 2020, it’s estimated that 40 percent of Americans will have a side hustle. Whether you’re delivering food for Postmates, driving for Uber, or delivering groceries on the side, the gig economy is shaking things up for businesses and for the people who work those jobs. One question that comes up over and over again […]
Getting the Most Out of Charlotte Summers
Written By Charlotte Insurance on August 8, 2019. It has 0 comments.
It’s impossible to let the summer heat get you down when you live in or around Charlotte. There’s simply too much to do right now. Whether you prefer to stay inside and beat the heat or get outdoors and enjoy the fun, there’s plenty to do! Improve Your Golf Game Hit the links early in […]