It is important for the safety of pet owners and pets, to have a plan in place for caring for pets during a disaster. In the chaos that comes with a storm, one of the most vulnerable members of your family can be forgotten about...your pet. The best way to protect them is to plan ahead. Prepare every member of your family for storm season with these helpful tips.

There is no way to know what will happen when a storm makes landfall. And while you can’t prevent a storm, the sooner you know it is happening the more time you have to prepare. Instead of waiting to hear weather alerts on television or the radio, there are smartphone apps that offer push notifications when a storm is on its way, offer tips to prepare and resources[...]

Between Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, there were over 95,000 paid losses reaching $8 billion in 2017. Many were shocked to learn that the flood damage to their home was not covered by their homeowners insurance and was left wondering “why?” The short answer? It’s a high risk.

Receiving feedback is essential for healthy relationships and professional development, but we dread it and often dismiss it. In “Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well,” authors Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen explain why getting feedback is so crucial, yet so challenging.

Buying a home can be overwhelming, to say the least. A home can be your largest investment and place of security for you and your family. You want it to check all of the boxes on your wish-list, but can it be done? With this guideline, you can be on your way to finding your perfect home!

If your home has suffered water damage, it is important to stop the source of water intrusion and remove the moisture as soon as possible to prevent any additional damage. All water damage restoration jobs are unique, and a professional mitigation contractor can assist you in determining the work that is required to protect your home from continuing damage and begin[...]

You made it through Valentine's Day - the time of the year when love is in the air and the pressure is on for your significant other to remind you how much you are admired (and vice versa). Whether you received chocolates, flowers, or a romantic dinner this Valentine's Day, jewelry was the favorite gift this year with over $4.1 billion spent on jewelry purchases in[...]

Did you recently get married? Congratulations! Marriage is a monumental chapter in life and having a partner by your side can give you a whole new perspective. In the middle of the wedding planning chaos, it’s easy to push items such as insurance to the side but don’t completely overlook it. Luckily for you, marriage may help you save money in these areas!

Outdoor BBQs are a favorite fall, tailgating activity. However, before you fire up the grill, remember that safety is key! Keep your home safe and avoid costly insurance claims or injuries to you and your guests by following these five grilling safety tips.

WHY REINSURANCE AND INNOVATION ARE THE ROOTS OF POLICYHOLDER PROTECTIONBy David Howard, Kate Friday and Kyle Menendez

This article was originally published by The Rough Notes Company, Inc. in the June 2021 Issue of Rough Notes Magazine/Florida Special Report and is republished with permission from the publication.   

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