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06 Jan 2026

3 New Year’s Resolutions Small Businesses Should Make

Business, Insurance

The new year is a time for new beginnings, new ideas, and, of course, New Year's resolutions. Making resolutions might seem trivial at a New Year's Eve party. But it's not! Every new year is an opportunity for small businesses to assess their strengths and weaknesses, develop strategies to address challenges, and refresh their financial protections. Here are three things you can resolve to do to protect your business in the coming year. 1. Tackle postponed maintenance projects Due to labor shortages and other obstacles, many businesses have…

04 Jan 2026

Insurance Considerations for Every Life Stage

Finances, Insurance

Health needs evolve over time. What works in your twenties may not provide the protection you need in your fifties or sixties. For this reason, planning for health changes as you age is one of the smartest long term financial decisions you can make. Insurance plays a critical role in ensuring you have access to quality care, protect your savings, and maintain peace of mind through every stage of life. Understanding how your coverage needs change helps you make proactive choices rather than reactive ones. Below is a…

29 Dec 2025

2026 Tax Tips for Insurance Planning: What Policyholders Should Know

Finances, Insurance

As we head into 2026, tax planning continues to be an important part of smart financial management for individuals and business owners alike. Insurance plays a key role in that planning process. Whether you rely on employer provided coverage, carry your own individual policies, or manage insurance for your business, understanding how various insurance related expenses and benefits interact with the tax code can help you retain more of your hard-earned money and avoid surprises come tax season. Here are some essential tax tips for insurance planning in…

29 Dec 2025

How to Build a Flexible Plan in an Unpredictable Economy

Business, Finances

As businesses look ahead to 2026, many owners are navigating an economic landscape shaped by uncertainty. Shifting consumer behavior, rising operational costs, and changing regulations all make long term planning more complex than it once was. In this environment, a flexible and well-structured business budget is essential. When paired with thoughtful insurance planning, a strong budget can help protect your business and support steady growth even during unpredictable times. Below are key strategies for building a resilient business budget for 2026. Define Clear Financial Goals Every effective budget…

17 Dec 2025

How to Move Forward When Planning and Paying for Long-Term Care

Insurance, Wellness

If you or someone you love needs extra help from assisted living, memory care, or a nursing home facility, it gets overwhelming fast. Money, health, family roles… it’s a lot. Read on for tips that keep it human and doable: what to ask, how to compare options, where Medicare fits (and where it doesn’t), and smart ways to assemble the funds. Begin with real life, not spreadsheets Before you price anything, think in terms of what help is actually needed: getting dressed, bathing, medications, meals, moving around? Are…

25 Nov 2025

Modern Tools for Safer, Smarter Industrial Workspaces

Business

There's no warning light that flashes when an industrial workspace gets left behind. But you feel it. It's in the delay between an issue and the fix. In the hum of old machines that “still work” but quietly bleed productivity. In the stack of paper checklists you’re still pretending are efficient. Modernizing an industrial environment isn’t about jumping on a tech trend—it’s about catching up to how the work already wants to be done. And for teams who are willing to rethink the systems around them, the payoff…

12 Nov 2025

Money Moves That Matter: Smart Financial Strategies for Newlyweds

Finances, Personal

Marriage resets the board, especially your finances. You’re not just balancing bills anymore; you’re shaping a life with someone else. That means the way you handle money shifts. It’s no longer about “mine” and “yours,” now it’s “ours,” and that can get messy fast if you’re not intentional. Sure, love fuels the big picture, but it's a habit that shapes the daily moves. Here’s how to start strong and stay steady together, even when the money stuff gets real. Create Your First Budget Together Forget perfection. Creating a…

06 Nov 2025

When To File (or Not File) a Homeowners Claim

Finances, Houses, Insurance

Home insurance premiums have been rising, and getting coverage can be tricky in what's known as a “hard market”. When extreme weather and catastrophic events put a lot of strain on the insurance industry, this is reflected in premiums and renewals. Insurance companies take fewer risks and raise their rates to keep up with the increase in claims, litigation, and the higher cost of materials. Insurance is an investment you hope you'll never have to use. You pay to protect yourself from unexpected events like theft, vandalism, liability,…

01 Nov 2025

10 Tips for Better Mental Health

Psychology, Tips, Wellness

People often perceive physical and mental health as separate, but this is not the case. Physical and mental health are so intertwined that you can't have one without the other. For example, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), poor mental health is linked to diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Growing evidence also suggests a link between psychological problems and autoimmune diseases. With so much at stake, it’s critical to care for your mind just as you would your body, so here are 10 tips…

30 Oct 2025

Tips on Depositing Estate Checks into Personal Accounts

Finances

Handling finances after the loss of a loved one can be confusing, especially when it comes to managing estate funds. One common question that arises is whether it’s appropriate, or even legal, to deposit an estate check into a personal account. The short answer: it depends on your role in the estate and the type of check. Here are some important tips to help you navigate the process properly and avoid potential financial or legal issues. 1. Understand What an Estate Check Represents When someone passes away, their…