Turkey Day Trauma: Dangers of Your Holiday Bird
- Nov
- 17
Turkeys are the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table, and are usually the primary focus of the holiday meal. Side dishes, wine pairings, and pretty much everything else on the table are coordinated to mesh well with the bird. However, turkeys can also be a big liability on Thanksgiving day. How can your turkey end up […]
read moreWhen You’re Not Home for The Holidays: Protect Your Investment in Your Home
- Nov
- 08
Turkey Day is only a couple of weeks away, and people throughout Polk County are preparing for family and friends to join them for the holiday feast, and perhaps preparing for overnight guests as well. However, we also know that many of our friends and neighbors here in Central Florida will be packing up to […]
read moreProtecting Your Home This Halloween
- Oct
- 11
Halloween is a coming up quickly, and while it’s full of costumes, time with friends, and of course, lots of candy, it can also be a prime time for crime and vandalism. Because of the influx of people out on the streets, cutting through yards in the dark, kids can get a little rowdy and […]
read moreTrick-or-What?: Healthy Alternatives to Candy This Halloween
- Oct
- 04
Halloween is less than a month away, and we know many of our Winter Haven neighbors are preparing for spooky guests of all ages visiting their neighborhoods to retrieve bagfuls of candy on October 31st. While we fully support participating in the fun, the horde of candy and sweets that many kids receive on Halloween […]
read moreWelcome Back Snowbirds! Things to Remember When You Come Back in Town
- Sep
- 30
The season is here! Snowbirds are heading back to the Sunshine State from their northern homes to enjoy a nice, warm winter and miss out on the snow and ice that comes with the cooler temperatures in the upper portions of the US. Here in Polk County, we have a lot of friends and neighbors […]
read moreWhen Lightning Strikes: Staying Safe During a Lightning Storm
- Sep
- 22
Florida is a beautiful state, known well for its sunny, warm climate, beautiful beaches, and…lightning storms. Here in Central Florida, we are accustomed to frequent thunder storms, and those usually bring a fair bit of rain, and a lot of lightning. While the display might be pretty, these storms can also be quite dangerous, and […]
read moreThe Financial Repercussions of Losing A Spouse
- Sep
- 14
The loss of a spouse is a tragic event, and we know that it can send you reeling, especially if the loss was unexpected. Unfortunately, the grief following this type of loss can have far-reaching effects that extend all the way into your financial situation. Oftentimes, finances (including insurance policies) are handled by one spouse […]
read moreCommon Household Accidents: Are You Protected?
- Aug
- 31
Accidents happen. Everyone knows that cliché line, yet few think about what it could mean for them and/or their family. While most everyday accidents are relatively harmless, they can result in disaster, and can leave both people and property with long-lasting issues. Sadly, many accidents occur in our very own homes. So, what are some […]
read moreSinkholes: A Costly Phenomena
- Aug
- 10
Insurance companies around the US have placed a lot of effort into promoting flood insurance policies over the last few years. Since floods typically aren’t covered by a basic homeowner’s policy, there has been a need to raise awareness about the devastation caused by flooding and how to make sure your family is protected. However, […]
read moreHitting the Road: Why Motor Home Insurance Should Be Part of Your Summer Plans
- Jun
- 15
Summer is here and with it has come the wave of heat and humidity that Central Florida is known for. Here in Polk County, temperatures are less than pleasant, and leave us wanting to do little more than sit in front of our fans or air conditioners and wait for the sun to go down. […]
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