Millions of Americans will watch the Aug. 21 solar eclipse and will purchase eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewers to do so. However, it’s important to note that not all glasses being sold for this event meet international safety standards for direct viewing of the sun — even if their label claims otherwise. Only glasses […]
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According to our friends at Dryer Vent Wizard of Central Jersey, there are over 15,500 dryer vent fires in the U.S. each year making dryer vent fires among the leading causes of house fires. Preventing a dryer vent fire requires some maintenance as a homeowner. Not only is it imperative that you clean the lint […]
Falling winter temperatures across the NJ region can freeze plumbing systems and cause serious costly damage. Find out how to avoid frozen pipes by following these easy preventative steps. • Keep your thermostat set to the same temperature throughout the day and night. You may incur higher heating costs but you’ll be preventing a much […]
Although many teens log driving practice hours with a local driving school, the responsibility of teaching teens to drive quite often falls to the parents. It’s common for parents to feel apprehensive, nervous, and even unqualified for this role. With some advanced planning, you can help your teen transition safely from supervised driving to independent […]
It’s holiday season – time to put out the holiday décor, shop for gifts, and spend time with family and friends. And with freezing temperatures just around the corner, preparing your home for the winter should also be on your holiday to do list! Here are some tips to help protect your home and keep […]
Whether you’re starting out, settling down, or retired, protecting what’s important—that’s what matters most. Our insurance guide describes factors that can influence your insurance decisions, offers some coverages to consider, and leaves you with key questions to ask so you can find what’s right for you. Personalize your keychain with what’s happening in your life. […]
Enjoy Your Treats and Avoid the Tricks and Other Halloween Horrors! Halloween is all candy, fun, and games until a trick-or-treater trips and breaks a leg or even knocks over your jack-o-lantern and sets your porch on fire! Fortunately, most NJ homeowners’ insurance policies cover these common Halloween home mishaps: 1. Candles or decorations cause […]
Recently I attended a destination wedding of a very good friend in Key West, Florida. The weather was perfect and the bride was beautiful. Later, another attendee confided in me that the airline had lost the bride’s wedding gown just a few days before. I was shocked, knowing full well bridal attire is expensive, not […]
Your head is down, eyes glued to your avatar as it moves towards your next capture. The creature “Charmander” is a few virtual steps ahead and is sure to add value to your Pokémon collection. In your excitement to reach the next level of the game, you don’t see the car in front of you […]