Its Deer Season - Set Your Sights on Safety According to the National Highway Safety Administration, there are about 1.5 million deer-related auto accidents each year. Most of those occur in October and November, which is mating season for the animals. Deer tend to...

 October is National Cyber Security Awareness month, an effort by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance that focuses on making your family and community more secure. According to the Pew Research Center, nearly two-thirds of...

Did you know that Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire? The tragic 1871 fire killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. That all started from just...

Fall is officially here and the days are definitely getting shorter. If you’re like me, you’re trying to savor the remaining warm days as much as possible. If you’re also like me, however, fall allergies can make it difficult to enjoy this time of year. It’s easy to...

Gutters divert rain away from your home and are its first line of defense against water damage. However, as autumn progresses, leaves, twigs and other debris can clog your gutters and cause significant damage to your home. When your gutters are obstructed, you may...

Many people use social media to keep in contact with friends and family, but burglars can use what you share online to know when your house isn’t occupied. Here are some tips to deter would-be thieves: Don’t share when you and your family will be out of the house for...

In the Midwest, coming out to a car covered in snow and ice is a common occurrence. If you're used to having your car buried in snow or covered with ice, here are some tips that can help you and your car survive the winter months. 1. Stand up your wipers. Lately, I've...

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow. Now what? Winter is here, and that undoubtedly means we’ll get snow. While it can create a winter wonderland and provide the perfect setting for a day of sledding or snowman building, it can also turn your sidewalks and driveways...

Today, safety experts recommend putting children in their car seats without their winter coats. Doesn’t this seem counter intuitive? After all, it is winter. Recently on the “Today” show, Jeff Rossen did a segment on car seat dangers during the winter. He visited a...

This is the time of year when ponds and lakes are frozen. Soon you’ll be getting ready to get your vehicle out on the open, frozen water to enjoy the great outdoors. But what would you do if the unthinkable – but sinkable – happens and your vehicle breaks through the...

Do you have a new furry member in your family? Is this your first winter with them? If so, winter weather can be challenging for both of you. Pets are a great addition to the family. They bring laughter and companionship to our lives. In return, most of us want to...

If you’re building a new home, remodeling your existing home, or you recently built a new deck, you may be staining the new woodwork yourself. While it saves money, it can be a bit scary and dangerous. Stain is permanent! It will stain your clothes, fingers, and...

When people think of homeowners' insurance claims, they often associate them with major disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes or wildfires. In these situations, there's not much that policyholders can do to avoid disaster.   Fortunately, many homeowner losses are...

Have you ever jumped into your car, turned the key, and nothing happened? If so, did thoughts like this start racing through your head? I wonder what’s wrong? What am I going to do now? Who can I call? I hope this isn’t going to be expensive. A dead battery can occur...

Currently, many of us are frantically buying and wrapping presents in time for Christmas. When Christmas morning...

It’s happened to all of us at one time or another, whether we’re in a hurry to get to work or on a family road trip....

The holiday season is officially here! Now comes the hustle and bustle of the season, as well as fun family...

Each year in November, I receive my home and auto insurance renewal policy. In my house, my wife looks at how the...

As Thanksgiving approaches, holiday decorations will begin lighting our neighborhoods. With the dark days of winter...