Monday, October 3, 2016 Technology has made home alarms of all kinds — from security to smoke, radon to radiation — more accessible than ever. Many of them can be configured to work together, and some even alert you to trouble through your phone or other mobile device, so you can feel confident even when you’re out of the house. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 8 Game Day Tips for Football Fans Football season is a time for team spirit and camaraderie. Whether you spend the season in front of the TV or with thousands of your personal friends at the stadium, don’t let careless mishaps, overexcitement or criminal intent fumble your fun. READ MORE >>
Friday, September 16, 2016 Hail storms can strike without much warning, leaving you with little time to react. Being prepared in advance — and knowing what to do — can help you stay safe and keep damage to a minimum. Consider signing up for local weather alerts, which deliver warnings when hail storms are approaching your area. READ MORE >>
Friday, September 9, 2016 Is there really such a thing as “move-in condition”? Maybe, especially if the home is brand new. But even a home just a few years old may need some attention before you move in. And you may want to get some of those tasks done before you bring all of your belongings to your new home. READ MORE >>
Monday, August 22, 2016 Driving Tips to Help You Stay Safe and Sane Behind the Wheel Have you ever noticed that, with roadway anger, it’s always the other guy’s fault? And, it very well could be. The thing is, you can’t control how other people drive. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, August 16, 2016 Extinguish Your Worries Over Picking the Right Fire Extinguisher A fire is a fire, and a fire extinguisher is a fire extinguisher, right? Well, not quite. There are actually different types of fires and different types of extinguishers that respond best to each. So, which is right for you? READ MORE >>
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 If you live in neighborhood where all the kids go to the same school, carpooling can be an extremely efficient and time-saving solution to get children to school. And with rising gas prices, car pooling can also save you money. As carpooling becomes more popular, some schools are even organizing carpooling programs through the school’s administration or PTA. READ MORE >>
Friday, August 5, 2016 Watch Your Surroundings and Watch Out for Others There are (virtual) Pokémon among us. They’re in our parks, on our sidewalks and at our national monuments. And, you can catch them and train them for battle with the Pokémon Go game for mobile phones. READ MORE >>
Monday, July 25, 2016 Pack for the Unexpected: Create a Vehicle Emergency Kit What do you need in an emergency kit for your vehicle? It could be as simple as a mobile phone to call for help or as complicated as a survival kit with canned water, blankets and dehydrated food. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 Keep Your Financial Life From Taking an Unplanned Detour While Traveling Travelers and tourists are a dream for thieves. They’re typically carrying plenty of cash and valuables. They often have smartphones full of personal information. And, they can easily get caught up in the sights and forget to be aware of their surroundings. READ MORE >>
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