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    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

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    Driving at Night: How to Stay Safe

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    Why Auto Insurance Premiums Rise

    Buying / Selling February 8, 2019

    Auto insurance premiums are frequently rising in the United States. Policyholders who’ve filed no recent claims may be perplexed by car insurance premium increases and wonder what’s behind the changes. Several macro trends play into the way auto insurance premiums are set. Here are some of the general factors that have the most impact on...

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    How to Buy a New Car the Right Way

    Buying / Selling January 23, 2019

    Car shopping can be a stressful event even for the savviest negotiator. For most people a car is the second most expensive purchase they’ll make next to buying a home — all the more reason to be prepared and have a plan for picking a car out and financing the purchase. A snap decision at...

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    Seven Ways to Keep Your House Cool This Summer

    Maintenance January 3, 2019

    These hints will help you reduce energy use along with the temperature. As summer arrives, many people think, “Thank goodness for air conditioning.” That is, until the bill for cranking the A/C arrives. Fortunately, there are many energy-efficient ways to keep your house cool. Beat the heat this summer with these home cooling tips. 1....

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    How to Save on the Cost of Kids’ Sports

    Growing Your Family August 1, 2018

    When your son or daughter begins playing a sport for the first time, there are many things that might make you nervous. How to explain sportsmanship? How can I help them stay safe while playing sports? But what parents might not consider when their child shows an initial interest in a particular sport is how...

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    Drones and Commercial Designation

    Home - Technology & Trends May 29, 2018

    Facebook is testing a drone to bring Internet, via lasers, to remote areas. Amazon is experimenting with package delivery; and realtors, building inspectors and wedding photographers are using drones to provide birds’ eye views for their clients. One restaurant even used small drones with mistletoe to encourage kisses. Innovative uses of drones – unmanned aerial...

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    Indispensable Tools for Your Basic Tool Kit [Slideshow]

    Maintenance December 7, 2017

    Owning the right basic tools makes life easier, whether it’s having the right screwdriver to assemble new furniture, a wrench to tighten faucets and training wheels or a hammer that will last a lifetime. Here’s a look at what you should have in your basic tool set to help you tackle virtually any home improvement...

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    The Rise of the One Car Family

    Vehicle October 16, 2017

    For the last 40 years, two-car families have been the norm in the United States. And it hasn’t been uncommon for some families to own three or more cars But auto-industry experts now say societal and technological changes could spell the end of the two-car family. “Right now in the U.S., 57% of households have...

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    Millennials and Generation Z: How to Prioritize Finances to Get Ahead

    Saving & Spending October 6, 2017

    For Millennials, figuring out how and where to save money and invest it is a little trickier than for previous generations. In many ways this group has the same financial concerns of previous generations. They might be paying off student debt, saving for a house, putting money into retirement accounts, building an emergency fund and...

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    Condo vs. Townhouse: What’s the Difference?

    Buying / Selling September 21, 2017

    If you’re thinking of buying or renting a townhouse or condominium, there are some important differences that you should know about. To help you decide before you buy, check out this comparison breaking out what the differences are between the two including ownership, homeowners insurance rates, sizes and more. But before we get started, let’s...

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    What is a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) and What Does it Do?

    Maintenance September 20, 2017

    VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number, a string of characters that identifies a car. Every passenger vehicle manufactured for U.S. sale since 1981 has a standardized VIN, while the VINs on older cars may vary in length and character type depending on the manufacturer. How many numbers are in a VIN? Each VIN consists of...

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    How to Choose the Best RV Insurance

    Recreational Vehicles May 18, 2017

    One of the best ways to travel around the country is in a recreational vehicle. RVs are spacious, save you money on hotels, and many come with all the amenities and comforts you need in your day-to-day life. To ensure that you, your loved ones, your belongings and your RV are protected, you should purchase...

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    3 Ways to Save on Teen Car Insurance

    Buying / Selling February 8, 2017

    For parents, having a teen driver in the house can be cause for mixed emotions. On the one hand there’s the added freedom of having another driver who can run errands and no longer needs to be driven to school or extracurricular activities. On the flip side, many parents worry about the extra expense of...

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    What Kind of Car Is Best for Empty Nesters?

    Buying / Selling February 6, 2017

    Once the kids fly the coop, it’s a time of change for parents. For many it can be a time to do things they’ve dreamed about doing – traveling or resuming a sport or hobby they’d set aside. While some might dream about what they’ll do, others dream about what they’ll drive. A family car,...

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    What to Look for in an Extended Auto Warranty

    Maintenance August 1, 2016

    Next to your home, your car is probably the most expensive item you’ll ever purchase. So it makes sense to want to protect it. For many consumers, that means buying an extended warranty – but it might not always be your best value. What is an extended warranty? An extended warranty is designed to provide...

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    International Travel Tips: How to Stay Connected While You’re Abroad

    Travel & Outdoors February 2, 2015

    Travel abroad is exciting, but there’s a lot to take on before you take off. Not sure where to start? Our upcoming international travel planning series can help you map out every detail. Let’s start with one of the most important considerations: Communication Some tips to help you stay connected while abroad: Phoning home Consider...

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