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  • Golfers on Green

    How to Improve Your Golf Swing [Infographic]

    Travel & Outdoors May 5, 2020

    Your golf shot is like your signature: uniquely your own, yet slightly different each time you pick up a pen or club. Both are affected by elements you control, such as your grip and muscle motion, as well as external factors like the golf club, golf ball, pen and paper.

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  • Motorcycle Road Trip Planning Checklist

    Motorcycles May 4, 2020

    There’s no denying motorcycle road trips can be a fun-filled adventure. But for motorcyclists, road tripping is not as simple as gassing up the car and heading off to your destination. There’s also a big difference between motorcycling along a local highway on a Sunday afternoon and traversing hundreds of miles on a cross-state journey....

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    6 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft When Shopping Online

    Estate Planning April 27, 2020

    Retailers do whatever they can to attract online shoppers—free shipping, easy returns, coupons and bargains on things for your favorite foodie or your animal lover. Online shopping days like Cyber Monday have been rivaling and beating brick-and-mortar sales in many industries. Unfortunately, increased online activity entices scam artists, putting your personal information at risk. Learning...

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    Final Walk Through Checklist for New Homeowners

    Buying / Selling March 6, 2020

    It’s official: You’re going to be a homeowner. Now comes a critical step – making sure every room, wall and appliance is in tip-top shape and just the way you agreed upon with the seller before closing. Having a thorough new home walk through checklist beforehand can help ensure that you have your bases covered...

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    How to Get Antique License Plates for Your Classic Car

    Classic Cars March 2, 2020

    If you recently bought (or already own) a classic car, you may be considering putting antique license plates on it. Such plates, available from your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles, indicate the car is of a certain age. Depending on where you live, these license plates may be referred to as collector, classic, vintage, historic...

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    What Is a Prefabricated Home?

    Buying / Selling December 11, 2019

    Are you ready to buy a home? If so, you have a lot of options — one of which is a prefab home. A prefab home, or a prefabricated home, is a house that’s built in sections at a factory and assembled once its components are delivered to your property. There are a lot of...

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    Retiree’s Guide to Senior Cruises

    Empty Nester November 14, 2019

    Cruises are a popular way for seniors to travel. More than 24 million passengers boarded cruise ships in 2016, and about half of them were seniors. [i] Some seniors are living on cruise ships, or they’re switching from cruise line to cruise line. That’s because the cost of staying aboard a ship is sometimes comparable...

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    Top Auto Insurance Myths

    Buying / Selling October 30, 2019

    With all the information available at our fingertips, it can be difficult to weed out what is true and what is misleading. This holds true for auto insurance. Does the purchase of a spiffy red sedan hit you harder in the wallet, as far as insurance costs go? Will your insurance go up after just...

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    How to Make Tax Season Less Stressful

    Saving & Spending October 30, 2019

    There are many times during the year that can induce stress in people’s lives. The holiday season. Moving. An important work deadline. But a day that almost everyone considers universally stressful? Income Tax Day. While taxes can be confusing and time-consuming, tax time doesn’t necessarily have to be taxing. Stick to these tips to get...

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    Home Safety Tips for Seniors

    Empty Nester October 15, 2019

    Simple fixes and smart thinking can ensure a safe environment for seniors. Stairs are the most obvious barrier to seniors hoping to stay in their homes as long as possible. But lighting, bath and kitchen design as well as access to home systems all require a top-to-bottom rethinking to ensure the elderly can manage the...

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    How to Dog Proof Your Car

    Maintenance October 1, 2019

    Man’s best friend makes a great travel companion, but to make the most of your travels together, it’s a good idea to dog-proof your car. Here are six easy steps to doing that: Clean your car first Cleaning your car thoroughly prior to dog-proofing it is key. A wet/dry vacuum can help you get all...

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  • Types of Garage Doors

    Maintenance February 12, 2019

    Your chateau-inspired house deserves semi-customized carriage doors for the garage. But, if your house is inspired by Bauhaus, custom glass and steel garage doors will look amazing. Mass-produced garage doors can look perfect for your mid-century modern home. With numerous choices available, your garage door can match your home’s style as well as your budget....

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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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    Which Driveway or Patio Material Is Right for You?

    Maintenance February 4, 2019

    A new driveway or patio can make your home more comfortable and welcoming. Your main decision when installing or updating is which material to use. The choice depends on local zoning, your budget and your needs. In many communities, building codes may specify what types of driveway materials are – or aren’t – allowed. These...

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    Summer Driving Safety Tips [Slideshow]

    New Drivers February 3, 2019

    While we hear plenty about the dangers of winter driving, we often ignore the hazards that come with summertime driving. Statistics show summer is actually a riskier time to be on the road. The Insurance Information Institute shows the highest number of fatal car accidents occur in August. While summer offers some of the year’s...

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