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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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  • Two-Stroke Smoke: Hagerty’s Guide to 2-Stroke Motorcycles

    Classic Cars February 23, 2018

    Like the horse and buggy, in their era 2-stroke motorcycles were a highly useful technology that eventually got left behind. That’s good news for collectors today, as they’re cheap, plentiful and fun – and range from mild to wild. The history of 2-stroke motorcycles They are quick and light, smoky and loud, consume gas at...

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    Savings and Investing Plan [Infographic]

    Planning Retirement January 1, 2018

    If you’ve established good saving habits and have extra money sitting in the bank, you might be wondering what to do next. Investing your savings can be a smart way to grow your money and prepare for the future. Check out the infographic below to make sure you’re ready to start investing some of your...

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    6 Energy-Efficient Technologies to Make Your Home Greener

    Home - Technology & Trends December 11, 2017

    Installing energy-saving technology is a great idea, whether you’re moving into a new place or upgrading your current home. Different devices and types of technology can increase the comfort of your home and help you save money. They can also help you become more environmentally conscious. There’s an increasing array of devices and software programs...

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    How to Downsize Your Belongings & Simplify Your Life

    Maintenance December 8, 2017

    Downsizing your belongings is a lot like getting in shape. It’s hard work and takes time, but it can help you feel much better once you’re done. People downsize their belongings for many reasons, such as moving into a smaller home, looking to simplify life or wanting more space. Regardless of your objectives, getting rid...

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    8 Ways to Reward Employees Without Breaking the Bank

    Talent Management December 1, 2017

    Small businesses may not have much leeway in their budgets for bonuses but other ways to reward outstanding work can have a longer-lasting impact. “The recognition that sticks with people doesn’t have much to do with money,” Cindy Ventrice, author of “Make Their Day! Employee Recognition That Works,” said in an interview. While everyone appreciates...

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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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    The Weirdest Traffic Laws by State

    Safety September 7, 2017

      You know the basics: Come to a complete stop at a red light, follow the speed limit – and so on. But what about the more obscure state traffic laws? Here are 50 of the craziest state driving laws: Alabama – No driving while blindfolded Alaska – It’s illegal to tie a dog to...

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    Tips for Downsizing Your Home

    Buying / Selling June 1, 2017

    You recently sent your last child off to college and now you’re an empty nester. Or maybe you’ve decided to sell your home and move to a smaller house because you don’t need so much space. Perhaps you’re tired of paying thousands of dollars in utility bills every year and would gladly trade a bigger...

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    Hagerty Price Guide: Classic Car Market Update

    Buying / Selling October 17, 2016

    Lately, much fuss has been made about the collector car market’s current state, with opinions ranging from wildly optimistic to downright dire. The market, of course, isn’t necessarily a unified entity, which means one can find evidence to support a particular stance, even when those stances may be conflicting. An objective look shows that the...

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    6 Tips for Ladder Safety

    Home - Safety August 11, 2016

    Ladders are a common part of home repair and maintenance. They enable homeowners to complete tasks that would otherwise be difficult to reach. But as is the case for any tool, it’s important to use ladders safely. Ladder-related injuries send more than 90,000 people a year to emergency rooms throughout the United States, according to...

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    5 Ways to Help Prevent Mosquito Bites

    Home - Safety July 5, 2016

    Mosquitoes have long been considered among the most annoying insects. With additional concerns about the West Nile Virus and the Zika Virus, finding ways to stop mosquitoes has become even more important. Mosquitoes are attracted to the carbon dioxide we exhale and our body heat. Once they get closer, mosquitoes will also respond to the...

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    NASCAR Pit Crew 101

    NASCAR June 30, 2016

    Anyone who owns a car knows that it takes plenty of maintenance to keep it running its best. But what if it’s a NASCAR racecar being put to the test on the track every week? Obviously, keeping a racecar in tiptop running condition takes more than one person. In fact, it takes an entire crew...

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    Expert Car Packing Tips to Know Before Your Next Trip

    Maintenance March 14, 2016

    At first glance it may seem the rear compartment of your hatchback or sport utility vehicle can easily accommodate all of the luggage you need for a trip, but when it comes down to it, you may suddenly find there isn’t as much room as you thought. There’s a real art to safely and efficiently...

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    Car Hacks for Driving, Parking & All That’s in Between

    Maintenance May 15, 2015

    You’ve given your car the royal treatment – cleaning, removing dents, getting rid of scratches – and it’s never looked better. For the final installment of our Creative Car Hacks series, we’re switching gears and listing hacks specifically for you – the driver. You’ve probably found yourself in some of these common scenarios below. Next...

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    Home Renovation Rundown: DIY vs. Contractor

    Maintenance April 14, 2015

    Ever get the urge to freshen up your humble abode? Whether it’s new paint in the living room or trendy front yard landscaping, you can never get enough of those DIY projects. While do-it-yourself seems more fun and less expensive, it’s not always the best option. Let’s explore which home renovation projects are safe to...

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