Fall is in the air and the days are getting shorter. While you enjoy the fall activities, don’t forget to prepare your home for cold weather. Check your home for leaks in your window seals or roof. If your home’s eaves have stains, that can indicate a leak. If you find any stains, call a… Continue Reading Tasks to Prepare Your Home for Fall Weather
No one likes doing their taxes, but it’s one of those unavoidable parts of life we all have to do once a year. However, there are some benefits to going over everything you earn and own that can often be overlooked. This year, when you gather all of your tax information, why not see if… Continue Reading Treat tax time as a financial checkup
It’s hard to think of a worse start to a winter day in Wisconsin than turning on the faucet and…nothing. Maybe there’s a trickle of water, but it’s clear you have a frozen pipe. So, what now? Here are some smart tips to help you prevent or address what could easily become a very messy… Continue Reading Don’t let the cold get to your pipes this winter
You’ve probably heard this horror story before — someone loses a home due to a flood and learns after the fact that standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flood damage. At Professional Insurance Programs, we want you to be educated about all of the risks you may face – before a loss occurs – so you can determine… Continue Reading What You Should Know About Flood Insurance
Did you know that one in 15 insured homes has a claim each year? Yes, according to the Insurance Information Institute, it’s only a matter of time before it’s your turn to file a home insurance claim. Wind, hail, water damage, freezing, theft, fire and lightning are just a few of the common culprits. Now… Continue Reading Hey, Homeowner! You Should Review Your Home Insurance Now
As drivers, we humans can make bad decisions and cause accidents. Consider how easy it is to drive while distracted. And we drive in a world full of perils — damaged and congested roads, flooded streets, fallen branches … the list is endless. If you find yourself in an auto accident or if your car… Continue Reading Self-Driving Car? Someday … but Not Today: 13 Essential Auto Insurance Tips for Human Drivers
In today’s unsettled economy, many people are looking for ways to stretch their money—but sometimes this includes altering insurance coverages to dangerously low levels or eliminating coverage entirely. If you’re thinking about changing your coverage to save money, consider these key issues below — and give us a call. We can help make sure you’ve… Continue Reading Making Smart Savings Choices
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 worse, a fire or some other disaster—also find out too late that they didn’t have enough insurance to replace their jewelry. Here’s… Continue Reading Looking at a New Piece of Jewelry? Make Sure to Look at Your Insurance, Too