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Prom & Graduation Safety
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
High school is full of defining moments for Minneapolis teens and two of the highlights for most are prom and graduation. However, this time of year often sees other, more tragic defining moments - serious car accidents...
Why a Home Inventory Is Important
Friday, May 16, 2014
Let's try a little exercise: Can you list everything you own from memory? Didn't think so. The fact is most people own more things than they realize. It's easy to remember the cars, the computer, the TV. But what about...
Let's Keep Our Lawns - and Ourselves - Safe in Minnesota
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
For many of our neighbors in Minneapolis, summer means more than sunshine and vacations. It also means working in the yard - often with tools that can be dangerous if not used properly. Each year about 400,000 people...
Hydroplaning or Aquaplaning
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
The rain is helping usher in spring, but it is also accumulating on the roads. The winter debris is being washed away, but it is clogging the sewers and causing huge puddles to form. Those puddles can be dangerous, they...
Happy St. Patrick's Day
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
St. Patrick's Day calls for drinks with friends, wearing lots of green accessories, and a healthy dose of responsibility. Here are the top 10 safety tips to a safe night out! 1. Plan ahead, take a friend 2. Predetermine...
Spring in Minnesota Means Massive Snowmelt
Thursday, March 6, 2014
The winter of 2013-2014 could be one for the record books. Meteorologists claim this is the coldest winter since 1979. The snowfall this season has been substantial and spring is right around the corner, we are most...
Love Your Valentine’s Day Gift? Insure It!
Monday, February 3, 2014
Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and thoughts of people everywhere turn to ... jewelry. About one of four Americans buys jewelry, spending $2,000 per year on average, and industry experts expect jewelry sales...
Tips to Lower Your Homeowner Insurance Premium
Monday, January 27, 2014
As a consumer, you can take steps to make sure you're getting the best deal on your homeowners insurance. To start, check your premium and compare it to last year's premium. Companies are required to notify you of rate...
Common & Preventable Homeowner Claims
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
1) Kitchen fire - The majority of fire losses originate in the kitchen due to food that is left unattended on the stove, or ignition of grease. Never put a grease fire out with water. Use baking soda or flour instead. 2)...
Winter Driving Tips
Monday, December 30, 2013
The cold weather tests the limits of our cars. The cold weather is hard on the battery, tire pressure, and even the interior of a car can crack when it is too cold. Hopefully you will find these tips useful, and if you...