Past Articles

Published in 2019

Post-Storm Business Property Inspections: Not Just for Homeowners

Storm season can be any time of the year in the southeast. Most of us either own a home or have owned a home, so we’re used to walking the property after a major storm to look for damage, usually to the roof or siding. — Business structures are no different. Post-storm property inspections are…

Three Ways to Lower Your Carbon Footprint

Nearly 1 billion people in nearly 200 countries are expected to take part in what the Earth Day Network calls “the largest civic-focused day of action in the world.” — Since the first Earth Day in 1970 (which was connected to the passage of the Clean Air Act that year), there have been many…

Do I need Life Insurance for a Business Partner?

Do you share ownership in a business? If so, what would happen to your company if one of the owners were to pass away? A buy-sell agreement funded with life insurance could be the exact protection needed to keep your business running. — Buy-sell agreements are arrangements that protect business…

Do I Have Insurance When I Drive My New Car Off the Lot?

It's that time of year and many of us are looking to replace our cars with an upgraded vehicle. — A common question people have when shopping for a new car is, “When I buy a new car, is it insured?” Yes, it is. Auto-Owners Insurance automatically provides liability, collision and comprehensive…

Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring is a time for new beginnings, and cleaning and organization around the house are very popular this time of year. If you’re ready to tackle the monumental spring cleaning chore, read on for some helpful information. (And if you’re so tidy and organized throughout the year that spring cleaning…

Protect Your RV & Enjoy Safe Travels

Insurance coverages* available for your recreational vehicle are similar to those available for your regular automobile, but did you know there are additional coverages you can add that are specifically tailored to protecting your RV? — To help get you started, Auto-Owners Insurance includes some…

Life Insurance Options for Seniors

What type of insurance policy will you need as a senior citizen after the mortgage is paid off, bills are minimal, and your life insurance policy remained with your employer after you retired? — Would you need a term life insurance product, or would it be more prudent to get a whole life policy to…

Home Security Technology: Keeping you ahead of the burglars

Back in the early days of home security “systems,” around the end of World War I, it was common for homeowners to hire “door shakers”—night watchmen who would literally walk around and check doors to make sure they were locked. The most advanced product at the time, according to the Electronic…

Buying a Car at Auction: A Newbie's Guide

The auction market can be intimidating for new bidders, and it’s easy for rookies to make an expensive mistake. The classic car experts at Hagerty® have what you need to know to find that car of your dreams, to bid with confidence and even enjoy yourself at the same time. — Before the Auction 1. Do…

Looking at a new piece of jewelry? Make sure to look at your insurance, too

Whether it’s a gift from someone special or a gift to yourself, a new piece of jewelry can bring some sparkle to your life. — However, many people who find themselves victimized by burglars—or a fire or some other disaster—also find out too late that they didn’t have enough insurance to replace…