INSURANCE BLOG

4 Things Every Senior-preneur Must Do

For some Americans, the best part of life starts at retirement. This new stage of life means no more answering to upper management, managing a 40+ hour work week or battling rush hour traffic. And while spontaneous trips to the shore and the relaxing mood of an empty...

Could Passwords Become Extinct?

Did you know that most computer breaches involve password theft? And that many people's passwords aren't all that secure? These facts are driving companies like Google to experiment with security measures that could make passwords become extinct. Google is just one...

How to Decorate a Dorm on a Budget

Whether you're a freshman heading to college for the first time or a rising senior, decorating your dorm (or apartment) is a must. Unfortunately, transforming a sparse, bland space into a welcoming haven can become fairly costly. I discovered this for myself when I...

How to Handle Roommate Theft

College students – and many 20-somethings – often find themselves with a roommate or two. While splitting bills and having a fun friend to swap clothes with can be great, it can also be tricky if that $20 bill on top of your dresser is missing. Or the iPod you placed...

How to Prevent Dorm Theft

Dorms are a new home, and many incoming freshman feel safe there. No one would ever steal your stuff… right? Think again. This is the exact attitude that campus thieves prey on. A dorm-dwelling student's worst enemy is an “it won't happen to me” attitude. Most...

How to Prevent Credit Card Skimming

You're on a vacation or out-of-town business trip. You're careful to prevent others from watching you use your credit or debit card. But when you get home, you find your card has been compromised. What happened? The answer may be “skimming,” a method used by thieves...