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  • The Graduate's Guide to Insurance
    Congratulations! You’ve got your degree and you are ready to take advantage of the exciting new opportunities life has to offer. However, with new opportunities come new risks—particularly financial risks. Insurance is your major protection against financial risks, and knowledge about basic insurance facts can make you a better consumer.
  • Congratulations Class of 2012: Now It’s Time to Graduate to Your Own Insurance!
    It’s a rite of passage for college students to don cap and gown and march across the stage for graduation ceremonies- in fact, according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) nearly 1.8 million students will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in 2012. As those 1.8 million make the transition from undergraduates to careers, pursuit of advanced degrees or back into mom and dad’s basement, it’s critical that they understand how walking across the stage may have changed their insurance needs.
  • "Burning Down the House" Should Be Party Soundtrack, Not Your Result
    Quick question: What national event will be celebrated by millions of Americans on Memorial Day weekend?

    Hint: It involves major partying, extreme danger, risk of major injuries, and bone-crushing crashes.

    Another hint: “Gentlemen, start your...”

    GRILLS!
  • Don’t Let Your Summer Boat Fun Be Pirated: Boat and PWC Safety
    As the summer ramps up and the warm days turn to hot days many people will be spending a lot of time out on the water. Whether you’re taking the boat out for a weekend or renting personal water crafts on a summer vacation, it’s important to remember the risks of boating and other water sports. The following tips will help keep you safe on the water and be prepared in the event of an accident.
  • Daylight Savings Time Sets Off Spring Cleaning—and a Safety Check
    The catchy phrase “spring ahead” signals change for Americans. It’s a reminder to move clocks ahead one hour for daylight savings time. And it’s an optimistic forecast that warmer and sunnier weeks are ahead. With these seasonal changes, millions take on “spring cleaning” of homes, garages, and yards.
  • Hail to the Chief: Presidents and Insurance
    If you were like many Americans over this past weekend you may have noticed an uptick in car dealership commercials featuring men in stovepipe hats and powdered wigs. That’s right, Monday was President’s Day, which began as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday (February 22) and was later expanded to include celebrations of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday.
  • Flood Insurance: What It’s All About
    Not so long ago, Hurricane Irene pounded the East coast of the United States, leaving a path of destruction in its wake.

    Unfortunately, for many people the storm was a painful reminder that flood damage is not covered by homeowners insurance.
  • Trusted Choice® Offers Super Bowl Party Playbook
    As millions of Americans prepare to host and attend Super Bowl parties, many may be unaware of the risks they may be taking.
  • A No-Keys New Years Eve
    This weekend, millions of people will ring in the New Year with friends, family, and loved ones. However, amidst all the festivities, toasts, and celebrating, safety can quickly take a backseat to a good time – especially when alcohol is added to the mix.
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  • Holiday Fire Safety Tips
    Approximately 30 million people will celebrate the holiday tradition of buying and decorating a real Christmas tree this year, and thousands more will adorn artificial trees. With such high-value items present, a house fire originating from a Christmas tree can often result in thousands of dollars in losses, even if the fire is localized.
  • Get Deals, Not Steals:  Tips for Shopping Safely Online
    Thanksgiving is over, and the holidays are in full swing, which means stores and malls are bustling with holiday shoppers looking for presents to put under the tree. While some people enjoy the adventure of going from store to store in search of that perfect gift, others seek refuge from the holiday crowds by buying their gifts online.
  • Halloween Safety Tips
    Halloween is just around the corner and many consumers may not realize how scary this ghoulish night might really be for their personal safety, their property…or their pocketbooks. Trusted Choice® insurance professionals can help families better prepare for Halloween hazards that may come in disguise or under the cloak of dark.
  • An Important Lesson Before College
    Each year, almost 16 million people in the United States, most of them between the ages of 18 and 22, leave the comfort of their homes to attend college. They will dive into textbooks, exams and other activities designed to prepare them for the “real” world. Or at least that’s what their parents hope they’re doing….
Fodder for Foodies on the Fourth

hotdog.jpgWhether it’s a backyard barbecue or a nationally televised hotdog eating contest (really quite something to see), Americans love to celebrate the Fourth of July with food- and not just staples like hotdogs, hamburgers, and potato salad. The Food Network has some unique Independence Day recipes on their website for those who want some “Independence” from the traditional 4th of July fare. If you’re eating outdoors this Independence Day make sure you follow these tips to make sure your al fresco dining experience is enjoyable.

Dining outdoors
Food-borne illnesses favor the hot conditions found at outdoor events where food is not refrigerated or may be undercooked. The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers food safety tips:

  • Cook foods thoroughly to safe minimum internal temperatures.
  • Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. Hot foods should be heated and maintained at 140 °F or warmer with chafing dishes, slow cookers, and warming trays. Cold foods should be held at 40 °F or colder. Maintain cold by placing food dishes in bowls of ice or in a cooler.
  • Live by the “two-hour rule”: Foods should not sit at room temperature for more than two hours.

Drinking outdoors
Liquids containing alcohol cause the human body to lose more fluid, say health educators. So summertime drinking in the sun or heat can present hazards to health, including impaired judgment, balance and coordination. Consider these safety tips if serving:

  • Use designated drivers.
  • Make non-alcoholic beverages as available as alcoholic drinks.
  • Stop serving alcohol before the party ends.
  • If children are attending the event, remember that alcohol may seem more available to them at a party. Make sure you do not serve anyone underage.


From all of the Trusted Choice® Independent Insurance Agents, have a safe and happy Independence Day!

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