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Commonly Overlooked Spring Cleaning Tasks
Friday, April 1, 2022
Spring is a common time for people to take on all of the cleaning tasks that they put off during the winter. With the weather getting warmer, it's the perfect time to tackle jobs both inside and outside your home. While...
Auto Insurance Refunds on the Way
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
What to Know about the MCCA Surplus and Refunds - By Lauren Dallas, Personal Lines Manager As you may have heard, Michigan auto insurance policyholders are expecting refunds via check or direct deposit as the result of...
COVID’s Lingering Effects on the Workplace
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
- - Complications Arise for Employers and their Workers’ Compensation Insurers - By James Barr, Vice President An employee contracts COVID and is out of work for an extended period of time. Does that employee have a...
“It Will Never Happen to Me”
Monday, March 14, 2022
- Personal Umbrella Policies: The Best Defense Against the Ambiguous and Unknown - By Lauren Dallas, Personal Lines Manager Recent developments in an ongoing legal battle in Macomb County provide a useful, though tragic,...
Upgrading Your Windows - How to Choose What's Best for Your House
Friday, March 4, 2022
You may not give the windows on your home much thought, but they can actually make a big difference not just in your comfort level, but also in the value of your home. You'll have a wide range of options to choose from,...
What If the Next Cyber Attack Is Yours?
Thursday, March 3, 2022
With Cyber Criminals Getting More Sophisticated, Both the Cost and Importance of Cyber Liability Insurance is Increasing - By James Barr, Vice President The bad news: The number of data breaches in 2021 dwarfed what the...
Tips for Saving Money on Heating and Cooling Your Home
Friday, February 4, 2022
If you're like most people, you like to keep your home at a comfortable temperature throughout the year. However, running your heater or air conditioner constantly uses a lot of energy, and your electric and gas bills...
How to Evaluate and Choose Energy-Efficient Appliances
Friday, January 7, 2022
Today's modern appliances are much more energy-efficient than their predecessors, and some are even better than the rest. When shopping for appliances, you'll likely be overwhelmed by choice, so it is important to know...
How to Reverse the Rising Costs of Doing Business in the Return-to-Work Transition
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
It’s Time to Modernize Your Employment Practices Liability Policy to Match the Modern Workplace - - By James Barr, Vice President Every time we think we’re out of the woods, a new data point reminds us that we still...
How to Choose Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Friday, December 3, 2021
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are essential for any home, so you should ensure that your house is equipped with them. You should have detectors in the main living areas on each floor, including in every bedroom...