There's always a risk when gas and other flammable liquids are around. Yet many of us forget about that when we're fueling up at the gas station. The main danger at a fueling pump is not the gas, but the gas vapors. Because gas vapors are heavier than air, trouble can...

Most business owners know that it's far easier—and cheaper—to keep a satisfied customer than to acquire a new one. And research confirms this, with studies showing that it costs anywhere from five to 10 times more to gain a new customer than it does to sell to an...

You may emit a long and belabored groan at the thought of moving. Or you may find moving as an opportunity to declutter and start fresh in a new place. Either way you look at it, your couch isn't going to move itself. Consider these five helpful tips to take the first...

Picture this: It's the end of the school year and your family decides to take that long-awaited vacation. After carefully planning every detail, you notice your beloved Beagle, Charlie. She tilts her head as her eyes ask the inevitable question, “What about me?” Since...

Who hasn't been zipping along when all of a sudden traffic slows to a halt? When it does, you can bet on one of two things: There was an accident or work is being done on the roads. Road work is often the culprit in the warmer months. You probably already know that...

Roads signs telling us to stop, slow down, yield and more are all around us. Now, in addition to these old standbys, states and municipalities are creating new signs to help curb distracted driving. While some of the signs have direct, no-nonsense language, others...

For many homeowners, it's not just how good the kitchen looks or what kind of entertainment system is installed. It's also about the outside, where homeowners do their best to maintain a healthy green lawn, grow flowers and keep the trees healthy and full of leaves....

Find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, check. Get hurricane shutters, check. Add flood insurance to your policy…to do. May 15 to 21 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, making it an opportune time to make sure you're ready for the Atlantic hurricane season....

Our homeowners maintenance survey found many homeowners aren't financially prepared to cover unexpected repair expenses that can add up to thousands of dollars. When it comes to home maintenance, do you fix it or risk it?

As the weather warms up, motorcycle riders across the country are polishing up their bikes and getting ready for a summer of riding. This year, they may want to exercise some extra caution. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), a nonprofit that partners with...