Simple Car Maintenance Anyone Can Do
Posted: April 1, 2021
All vehicles require regular maintenance. Some maintenance you can do yourself and avoid the cost of an auto mechanic. Just like ensuring you have the best deal on your auto insurance, performing basic maintenance saves you money. Are you a dedicated do-it-yourselfer? Even if you have never done vehicle maintenance before, most of the tasks outlined below are not difficult to learn. Replace Your Air...
8 Ways to Kick Your Texting and Driving Habit
Posted: March 31, 2021
Every driver ‒ and every passenger ‒ expects to reach their destination safely. But picking up your phone to read or answer a text while you’re behind the wheel puts everyone’s safety in jeopardy. At any point during the day, it’s estimated that around 660,000 drivers are on their phones. In the U.S., texting and driving causes a quarter of all car accidents. And teen...
Survey: What Grabs Your Attention During Road Trips?
Posted: March 30, 2021
After the coronavirus pandemic struck the U.S. in 2020, vacations were canceled, traveling was banned, and many of us found ourselves stuck at home. But as spring 2021 approaches, many are opening up to the idea of hitting the road and taking a vacation. More than half of the respondents of a national survey, conducted by Erie Insurance said they plan to take at least...
Hiring a Contractor Checklist
Posted: March 24, 2021
Hiring the right contractor can be tough—and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make during a repair project, according to the Better Business Bureau. Whether you’re looking for someone to do a small repair or to help clean up after a storm that’s caused damage, it’s important to make sure you’ve hired someone you can trust to do the job. We’ve pulled together...
Beginner’s Guide to Annuities
Posted: March 22, 2021
It is never too late, or too early, to start planning for retirement. Annuities are a popular option with many advantages. You can put away larger amounts of cash, and growth is tax-free until you withdraw the funds. As an investment vehicle, annuities may seem confusing at first. The following is a basic guide to annuities for beginners. What Are Annuities? Annuities are a relatively...