By Catherine Powell
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As they say, technology is a two-edged sword. Use it correctly and it can help you build a business. Use it incorrectly and it can ruin any business. The problem today is that the Internet is a complicated and sometimes confusing marketplace in which to do business. To help you keep your business from making any costly techno-errors, I've come up with a list of 10 things you want to avoid online.
By Catherine Powell
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In this all too wild world there are many things that most of us need to protect from damage or destruction. That's why insurance was invented, to take some of the risk off an individual's shoulders. While everyone needs to protect major property investments as well as our own personal well-being, what many outside the insurance industry don't realize is that there are insurance products designed to mitigate the risk from some fairly outlandish potential calamities. In today's blog, I'll explore ten of the weirdest things ever to be insured.
By Catherine Powell
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Nobody likes to make costly mistakes that can hit them in the wallet. Whether it's trusting your unruly teenager with the keys to the family sedan or heeding a stock tip from your hair stylist, if you take risks with your assets you run the risk of taking a financial hit. However, what can even prove worse is making an innocent mistake that can cause your insurance company to drop your coverage. To make sure this never happens to you, I've come up with my top-10 list of reasons that could cause you to lose coverage.
By Catherine Powell
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So, you're looking to get into the property rental game. There are many reasons why a homeowner may wish to rent out all or part of their home. Be it to help pay the mortgage, to keep a property occupied while you relocate elsewhere temporarily, or to smooth the way for the eventual sale of your home, renting can be the way to go. If you're considering renting your home, turning your garage into an apartment, or joining the Airbnb craze, there are some things you need to know before you hand a renter the keys.
By Catherine Powell
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Just as night follows day, so too do home repair scams. No sooner does a severe storm blow through town when contractor reps start prowling local neighborhoods looking for signs of damage. If they spot a tree down on your property or a few missing shingles on your roof, the next thing you'll hear is a knock at your door. The smiling rep will tell you that his company can remove that tree or replace that roof. Some will tell you they get the job done cheaply while others say they can help you deal with your insurance company so the repair won't cost you a dime. All you have to do is sign on the dotted line. What could be easier? Before you sign any contract, there are a few things you need to know about dealing with contractors. Below are ten tips to help you avoid unscrupulous contractors the next time you need to make a home repair.
By Catherine Powell
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As I've pointed out in many blogs, insurance is based on risk. That risk is based on statistics. When it comes to marriage, there's a 40-50% statistical risk of divorce with a first marriage and a 60-67% risk of divorce with a second marriage. That being said, if you ever wind up in divorce court, there are a few things you need to know about your existing insurance coverage before you untie that matrimonial knot. Below is my top-10 list of insurance considerations for divorcees.
By Catherine Powell
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Nobody likes to get pulled over for a traffic violation. Yet what you say and do in the next few minutes can mean the difference between being given a warning or a ticket. Getting ticketed cannot only cost you money, but the infraction can also cost you time as well. That's because getting a ticket can mean taking the time to either fight it in court or attend traffic school. It can also spell the potential for causing your insurance rates to rise. If you'd like to avoid all of these sticky situations, below are ten things you need to consider the next time you see those flashing blue and red lights pull behind your vehicle.
By Catherine Powell Image courtesy Pixabay As they say, technology is a two-edged sword. Use it correctly and it can help you build a busi...
