From our employee-owners to you and your family, we wish you a safe and joyous holiday!

 

The holiday season is officially here. Not only is this the season for family and giving, but it also means festive decorations, social gatherings, office parties, tasty sweets, family meals, shopping, and more.

How can you make this a safe and healthy holiday season for your family and your organization? Consider the following resources to get you ready for the holidays!

Don’t let the new year get off to a bad start! Keep safety in mind to ensure you, your family, and your friends have an accident-free New Year’s Eve celebration!

The holiday shopping season is about to begin! Whether you’re someone who gets up bright and early to grab Black Friday deals or online shopping and Cyber Monday are more your style – the next several weeks bring lots of great deals and discounts…but also an increased risk of identity theft and credit card fraud.

Astronomically winter doesn’t begin until mid-December, but for most of the country the telltale signs of winter start much sooner – and may have already begun.

We all have our favorite Thanksgiving traditions. It could be eating turkey and pumpkin pie, spending quality time with family, watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, cheering on your favorite football team, preparing for Black Friday shopping, or perhaps you’re someone who loves to start the day by running in a local turkey trot race. This week is a time to gather with friends & family, and to give thanks for our blessings.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast or have simply found a great piece of art to decorate your home, it is important to understand how to protect your valuables from the elements, theft, or unfortunate loss.

 

Do you know if your jewelry is covered under your homeowners or renters policy? Depending on the value of your jewelry, the answer could be yes, but not the full value. Jewelry can be very expensive to replace. Many people assume insurance policies, especially homeowners, will cover all valuables including jewelry. Unfortunately, it’s not until a claim is filed you realize your policy doesn’t cover what you think it does.

As summer ramps up and the weather is warm, people tend to spend more time outside. Unfortunately, with temperatures on the rise, so is the incidence of car thefts. Below are some tips to help you protect your car from being broken into:

It’s no secret that most people enjoy getting away for a week or two in the summer to enjoy the sunshine and quality family time. Studies have shown that taking occasional vacations has many work and health benefits, including lowering stresslevels, avoiding burnout, and increased work quality and creativity. However, before you get over-excited and hit the open road, here are some quick tips to make sure you are prepared for the unexpected.