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Why it makes sense to insure expensive holiday gifts

If there's going to be something rather out of the ordinary under your Christmas tree this season like a diamond ring, fur coat or some other luxury item, you should probably look into making sure that it's adequately...

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Safe at home for the holidays

When it comes to the holidays, insurance concerns are usually an afterthought. But many enjoyable aspects of the holidays can also pose dangers. Consider the following elements of the holidays - and their potential for...

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How to Protect Your Classic Car

The collector car market evolves with each generation. While the Silent Generation started collecting cars, it was Baby Boomers who really got it rolling. They fell in love with the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Ford Mustang,...

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The Top 10 Causes of Home Fires and How To Protect Against Them

As the weather turns colder, we look to stay warmer and naturally spend more time indoors in the comfort of our homes. Household fires can start for a variety of reasons - but in most cases, with a little more attention,...

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Are You and Your Vehicle Ready For Winter Driving?

Here in the St. Louis metro area, we sometimes see our first snowfall in November and almost certainly wake up some times in the morning with frost on our windshields. It's amazing how some drivers act as if they've...

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Why You Might Want to Live Like a Minimalist

Decluttering is having a moment these days. Organizing guru Marie Kondo has her own show on Netflix, people everywhere are going through their things and asking, “Does this bring me joy?” and many are even exploring the...

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Halloween safety tips for homeowners ... and trick or treaters

Halloween will be here before you know it and that means lots of tricks or treaters knocking at your front door. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you're putting up your Halloween decorations as well as things to...

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Is your home ready for the colder months? Check out this checklist!

As we go from summer to fall to the colder months ahead, there are a variety of things you can do both inside and out to help protect your home and property from potentially more expensive damage and emergency repairs...

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What Car Drivers Need to Know about Motorcycles

Fall is here, and there are still plenty of motorcycles on the road. And the key word here is “see.” People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice the motorcyclists around them, partly because they’re not...

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Buying or leasing a new or used car? Don't let the dealer lure you into a Gap.

Purchasing Gap Insurance is a wise idea - just not from the dealer. Fall is a great time of year to purchase or lease a new or used vehicle. But hopefully, you know that the moment you drive your new vehicle off the lot,...

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How to Ride Your Motorcycle Safely in a Group

Group riding is a favorite activity among many motorcycle riders. Whether you’re part of a riding club, a social event, a charity ride, or out for a leisurely cruise with friends, group riding can be a rewarding way to...

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Five Tips to (Finally) Get your Garage Organized

There’s perhaps no organizing task more daunting than the garage-it’s often the dumping ground for the stuff that has no other place in the house, or the things you don’t use but just can’t bring yourself to toss. How...

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How to Make Your Family Vacation a Great One

Summer is here, which means it’s time to think about family vacations! (If you haven’t been thinking about them all year, that is.) The family part of family vacations, however, can make things a little complicated. You...

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Boating Season is Here – Are You Up to Speed on Safety?

With spring in full bloom and summer just on the horizon, prime boating season is upon us. And you might notice more people on the water than ever, because sales of recreational boats have been growing at a steady clip...

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Three Ways to Lower Your Carbon Footprint

April 22 marked the 49th annual Earth Day, when more than 1 billion people in nearly 200 countries were expected to take part in what the Earth Day Network calls “the largest civic-focused day of action in the world.”...

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Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring is a time for new beginnings, and cleaning and organization around the house are very popular this time of year. If you’re ready to tackle the monumental spring cleaning chore, read on for some helpful...

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Home Security Technology: Keeping you ahead of the burglars

Back in the early days of home security “systems,” around the end of World War I, it was common for homeowners to hire “door shakers”-night watchmen who would literally walk around and check doors to make sure they were...

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Looking at a new piece of jewelry? Make sure to look at your insurance, too

Whether it’s a gift from someone special or a gift to yourself, a new piece of jewelry can bring some sparkle to your life. However, many people who find themselves victimized by burglars—or a fire or some other...

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Is your home as efficient as it could be? An energy audit can tell you

Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues in homes across the country, and they’re not just annoying-they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher bills. The U.S....

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