December 2, 2013
AgencyPreparing Your Retail Business for Holiday Shopping
Holiday shopping can be a double-edged sword for retailers; the shopping frenzy can result in huge profits, but it takes a lot of extra effort and resources to prepare for the skyrocketing demand for sales. Most shoppers are looking for unbeatable deals on electronics, appliances and media, so if your store sells greeting cards or […]
November 22, 2013
AgencyInsuring Small Business-Owned Vehicles
Many small business have double-use cars, meaning that these vehicles are used for both personal and work-related driving. A one-woman caterer may use her personal car to deliver food to events. A contractor may use his personal truck to haul tools to work sites. A tailor may use his personal car to pick up supplies […]
November 7, 2013
AgencyHow to Make an Emergency Kit for Your Car
Every car should be stocked with emergency supplies that can be used to get yourself out of various sticky situations. These kits can be store bought, but commercial kits often lack essential or quality items. It’s recommended that you make your own kit or add additional items to a store bought starter kit. Why should […]
October 29, 2013
Agency5 Tips to Extend the Life of Your Home
Much like healthy eating habits and regular doctor visits improve how your body ages, the efforts you put into maintaining your home can affect how it ages as well. A well taken care of home is generally more reliable, secure and valuable. As the housing market grows more competitive, people are staying in homes much […]
October 23, 2013
AgencyPractice Workplace Safety
Any workplace can become a danger zone, even a docile corporate office. That’s why, in 1970, Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) which requires employers to follow specified safety standards in order to provide a non-hazardous workplace. It’s beneficial for employers to provide safety training during orientation (and periodic refresher courses) to […]
October 16, 2013
AgencyPost Collision Checklist
Even the safest drivers can fall victim to car accidents. One little distraction can lead to a fender-bender; not to mention the actions of other drivers around you. Getting into an accident is frustrating and it’s easy to forget important information in the confusion of the moment. You may choose to keep a post-collision checklist […]
October 9, 2013
AgencyKeep Your Home Safe from Mold
Mold is a small organism that can cause big problems. From hay fever-like allergic symptoms to chronic illness, mold can be damaging to your family and home. Mold can grow both inside and outside, so long as humidity or moisture is present. Check for mold in basements, bathrooms, kitchens and any areas recently affected by […]
September 30, 2013
AgencyVarious Car Insurance Discounts
There are very few people on the planet who aren’t interested in finding a bargain, and that goes for insurance buyers as well as other types of deal hunters. If you are willing to shop around for El Paso auto insurance, there are a few discount opportunities you should be aware of. Multi-policy discounts: The […]
September 24, 2013
AgencyAutumn Tasks that Reduce the Cost of Insurance
Your homeowners insurance policy is designed to protect you against liability or any eminent disasters. You can lower the cost of your premium by making your house more resilient to the damage caused by blizzards, windstorms, rain, floods or earthquakes and break-ins. Here are some tips on how to make your house more resistant to […]
September 13, 2013
AgencyDoes Your Insurance Cover Teen Driving?
As summer winds down into fall, you should keep this story in mind before you opt out of collision coverage. One autumn afternoon, a pregnant woman was driving her mother and her two young children to the store. She stopped at a stop sign, waited for her turn to go, and then entered the intersection. […]