Archives: 2021
8 Things to Consider When Building Your Business Succession Plan
Posted: September 2, 2021
Long days. Sleepless nights. Laughter and tears. No, we’re not talking about parenthood. We’re talking about owning a business (though some might refer to their business venture as their “baby”). You’ve spent your life building and growing your business, whether you started out on your own or took over the family enterprise. And while you’ve worked hard to get to where you are today, do...
Is Lost or Stolen Jewelry Covered by Homeowners Insurance?
Posted: September 1, 2021
Personal jewelry items can be extremely valuable. For example, the average cost of an engagement ring in the U.S. is $7,829, as reported by Brides.com. A strand of South Sea pearls can be worth more than $100,000, as stated by The Pearl Source. If jewelry is lost or damaged because of a covered peril, such as theft, it is covered by homeowners insurance, up to...
Does Your Life Insurance Policy Offer This Surprising Benefit?
Posted: September 1, 2021
Just six months after retiring from 32 years on the Richmond, Virginia, Fire Department, Len Archer got a devastating diagnosis from his doctor. He had pancreatic cancer, and he likely had only two to eight months to live. In an instant, Len, 56, and his wife, Paula, went from planning their retirement to preparing for what appeared to be the inevitable. At the urging of...
The Surprising History of 8 Iconic Car Accessories
Posted: August 24, 2021
1950s: Fuzzy Dice A staple of 1950s “hot rod” culture, fuzzy dice can still be found hanging from the rearview mirrors of classic cars across the United States. But while these colorful plush accessories may seem like the epitome of cheesiness, their origins are less lighthearted. It’s said that placing a pair of dice on the instrument panel became a common practice for fighter pilots during...
Starting a Family? Consider These Types of Life Insurance
Posted: August 22, 2021
When you have children, it is more important than ever to have life insurance. You want to provide for them in case something should happen to you. Death benefits from a life insurance policy could cover the mortgage payments, pay for your child’s college education, and help support your family. What Are the Different Types of Life Insurance? The two main types of life insurance...