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Winter Driving Safety - Careful You Don't Skid, Slide, Crash!
Wednesday, December 27, 2017
Did you know that 2% of weather-related accidents annually occur on snowy, slushy or icy pavement? And with ever changing weather patterns such as we’ve seen in the past few years, we know such roads are no longer...
Tis the Season of Giving - Share Your Time With Those Less Fortunate
Monday, December 18, 2017
The gift of time could be the best gift of all this holiday season. For many, the holiday season is a time for celebration and fun with loved ones. But for others in the Detroit Lakes area, the season can be one of the...
Give Your Budget a Break this Holiday Season
Monday, December 11, 2017
If you’re like many people in Minnesota, you breathe a sigh of relief once the holidays are over. Until you get your credit card statement, that is. From buying gifts to traveling to entertaining, holiday expenses add...
Holiday Party Host Liability
Monday, December 4, 2017
Throwing a holiday party? A few simple precautions can add safety to the menu. Whether at an office get together or at your home, take simple precautions to help everyone enjoy their food and drinks safely at your...
Christmas Trees: the Live vs. Artificial Debate
Saturday, December 2, 2017
The Christmas tree conundrum: real or fake? The kind of tree that adorns a person’s home during the holidays can provoke debate as much as Coke vs. Pepsi or Chevy vs. Ford. When it comes to Christmas trees, do you...
Cyber Monday safety tips - How to Avoid Identity Theft and What to do if You're a Victim
Monday, November 27, 2017
Shoppers who braved the malls on Black Friday might have risked some pushing and shoving but not a lot more. Those taking part in Cyber Monday run the risk of having their identity stolen. The risk is greater because...
Add some strategy to your Black Friday shopping
Monday, November 20, 2017
If there’s anything more satisfying than melting into the couch following a multi-course Thanksgiving dinner complete with all the fixings, it has to be shopping for the best deals of the season the day after in...
Think Safety First When Turning Up the Heat
Monday, November 13, 2017
Whether to avoid high utility bills, return to simpler times or for ambiance, a growing number of people from are turning to wood-burning stoves and fireplaces to supplement or replace electrical heating systems. But...
Tips for selecting a home fire extinguisher
Monday, November 6, 2017
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 358,500 home structure fires occurred from 2011 through 2015. On average, these fires caused: 2,510 civilian deaths;12,300 civilian injuries; and$6.7 billion...
Why you should ALWAYS use an independent insurance agent
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
There are many ways to purchase an insurance policy these days, whether it be online, over the phone, or in-person. Ultimately, you will obtain insurance directly from an insurance company or through a licensed...