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What Should Go in Your Home Safe (or Safe-Deposit Box)?
Friday, June 3, 2016
Spring has arrived, which means it’s time to clean the cobwebs out of the corners, organize the closets and so forth. While you’re at it, don’t forget to revisit the important documents and other items you have in your...
The Type of Fire Extinguisher Every Home Should Have
Friday, May 6, 2016
A fire is a fire, and a fire extinguisher is a fire extinguisher, right? Well, not quite. There are actually different types of fires and different types of extinguishers that respond best to each one. So, which is...
Navigate Rainy Roadways With Care
Friday, April 1, 2016
It’s just rain — how much impact can it really have on your driving? The answer: a lot. You’re likely to experience lower visibility, reduced traction and increased difficulty in handling your car both during and after...
Identity Protection Tips for Tax Season
Friday, March 4, 2016
What’s the most important number for you this tax season? The amount of your refund? The amount you owe? The number of hours spent poring over all the other numbers? All of those are pretty important, but none of them...
Lake Country Insurance's Three Important Reasons to have Renters Insurance
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Every dollar you take home is important and you do your best to spend them wisely. When purchasing a house, most people borrow from a bank and are required by the lender to buy insurance. However, when you rent, that...
What to Do After a Car Accident in Winter
Friday, February 5, 2016
Freezing temperatures, gusts of wind, patches of ice – winter can be a horrible time to be on the road, especially if you’re on vacation and aren’t used to driving in winter conditions. And, it’s an even worse time to...
6 Ways to Protect Your Business from Cyber Attacks
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
In today's online environment, even Fortune 500 companies aren't exempt from cyber-crime, but they aren't the only target. Are you aware of your risks? The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) states that...
How to Avoid Animal-Vehicle Collisions
Friday, January 8, 2016
About 2 million times every year, animals and cars collide on U.S. roadways — often causing serious and even fatal injuries to drivers and passengers, along with about $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S....
Lake Country Insurance's Home and Business Finance Tips
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Whether you're managing your personal finances or those of a small business, the New Year is a good time to review, make a few simple changes and set a plan. A 2015 survey commissioned by Fifth Third Bank revealed...
Thrifty Security: Burglar-Proof Your Home for the Holidays
Friday, December 4, 2015
It's not unusual, when you set out on that holiday trip, to look back at the house a little nervously. Sure, you remembered to lock the doors, but just how secure are things? What might happen while you're away?One way...