With busy lifestyles, it’s often hard to find free time for ourselves. Sometimes, however, we need to purposefully schedule relaxing time in the day or the week to enjoy a favorite pastime. It could be playing your favorite sport, enjoying an outdoor activity, taking...

For some, remote working sounds like the perfect work arrangement. You get flexible work hours, escape the office hullabaloo, and have more freedom with the way you work. However, a 2017 UN report points out that while telecommuting has its benefits, it tends to put a...

Below are links to updates on legislation, regulation and guidance on both the federal and state levels in response to COVID-19. Congress During an interview on CNN, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi indicated "we absolutely have to" delay or cancel the August recess for the...

If you own a boat, now’s the time to start having fun in the sun. If you’re thinking about buying one, there are many benefits to ownership. Benefits include: Creating family memories Staying active Reducing stress Supporting your passion Enjoying nature...

Owning a house makes you realize the significance of ventilation. Improper ventilation in the bathroom can lead to an incessant war with mold and mildew. If your kitchen has insufficient ventilation, the smell of food may remain for days. And if you don’t provide...

Taking a road trip in an RV is a great way for families to spend quality time together during the summer. With the COVID-19 pandemic, people are looking to avoid crowds. Therefore, RV rentals have increased astronomically. If you’re a rookie, driving an RV requires...

Learning how to drive is a major milestone in a teenager’s life, symbolizing expanded independence and widened opportunities. While parents are often excited to see their teens reach this noteworthy landmark, their enthusiasm is naturally mixed with a bit of...

A severe thunderstorm has many damaging and life-threatening perils, such as wind, hail, and lightning. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times a year. In fact, the Empire State Building gets struck on average 23 times per year. While most...

Keeping your deck looking nice is a tough job. Mother Nature throws a lot of different weather elements at it. As an owner of a cedar deck, I’ve spent plenty of hours trying to keep it looking its best. If summer has been simply too hot or you’ve been putting it off,...

The first five years of a child’s development provide a good foundation for long-term academic and social benefits so choosing a quality daycare provider for your child is very important. This blog will offer tips for parents when choosing a daycare provider, as well...

For my wife, keeping our cars clean has always been a priority. While she likes a shiny car on the outside, she’s more focused on keeping the interior spotless. I often joke with her that nobody can see the interior. As we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic,...

While West Bend designs our home and auto insurance forms to be coverage rich, we do practice restraint in automatically including bells and whistles. This is because we want to keep it affordable and competitive and provide you with options. That said, you can...

With busy lifestyles, it’s often hard to find free time for ourselves. Sometimes, however, we need to purposefully schedule relaxing time in the day or the week to enjoy a favorite pastime. It could be playing your favorite sport, enjoying an outdoor activity, taking...

For some, remote working sounds like the perfect work arrangement. You get flexible work hours, escape the office hullabaloo, and have more freedom with the way you work. However, a 2017 UN report points out that while telecommuting has its benefits, it tends to put a...

Below are links to updates on legislation, regulation and guidance on both the federal and state levels in response to COVID-19. Congress During an interview on CNN, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi indicated "we absolutely have to" delay or cancel the August recess for the...

If you own a boat, now’s the time to start having fun in the sun. If you’re thinking about buying one, there are many benefits to ownership. Benefits include: Creating family memories Staying active Reducing stress Supporting your passion Enjoying nature...

This time of year, trees put on quite a spectacular show. Their leaves colored in yellow, orange, and red create...

While there may not be as many kids in Halloween costumes roaming your neighborhood this year, it still may be...

A beautiful in-ground pool can create hours of fun with family and friends. It’s critically important, however, to...

If you’re growing mold and mildew on your home’s siding, now’s a good time to clean it. If you’ve never done this...

Planting a tree in your yard can be beneficial to your family. Not only do trees provide beauty, they offer many...