A Retailer’s Guide to Loss Prevention
Posted: November 19, 2024
More than $112 billion was lost to retail shrinkage in a recent year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). Retail loss, or “shrinkage” as it is commonly called, is a severe problem in the United States. A retailer loses a certain amount of inventory due to damage, employee theft, and shoplifting. These losses affect your business’s bottom line and your livelihood. In a world...
Driving Safety Tips as Daylight Savings Ends
Posted: November 16, 2024
Fall and the end of daylight savings time is upon us once again. As the clocks are turned back an hour, you can expect your normal sleeping patterns to be disrupted for about a week before they return to normal, as the amount of sunlight in a day is less. Driving to work or around town could be just that much more challenging. Here are some...
What Are My Life Insurance Premium Options?
Posted: November 7, 2024
Life insurance is one of the most effective ways to protect your loved ones from financial trouble if you suddenly pass away. But what type of policy is best for you and your budget? There are several general categories of life insurance. These life insurance policies can be evaluated based on the cost of monthly premiums. Some are fixed premium policies—the premiums do not increase...
How to Insure Your Side Business
Posted: November 4, 2024
A side business is a great way to make extra money or pursue your passion before building it into a full-time career. If you are considering starting a side business or are already successful in an endeavor, it is essential to consider your insurance coverage. Depending on your product or service, you may need various types of coverage. Here are some pointers to protect yourself...
5 Steps to Protect Your Home from Carbon Monoxide
Posted: November 2, 2024
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas produced when any carbon-based substance is burned to create heat or energy. If inhaled in small quantities, carbon monoxide causes dizziness, weakness, headaches, vomiting, and chest pain. When inhaled in more significant amounts, the gas is fatal for children and adults. If a person is asleep or intoxicated when they begin to breathe carbon monoxide,...