Home Inventory Apps for your Smartphone
Posted: March 18, 2014
Years ago when I called the office to talk to my parents, the on hold recording would remind people to document their home inventory with a video camera and to store the tape off-site in a safety deposit box. While the method is dated, the message is still critical – and too often, people don’t take the time to properly record the items in their...
Possible Flood Conditions - Home and Auto Safety Tips
Posted: February 19, 2014
As the Chicagoland area braces for “powerhouse” storms in the next 24 hours, we have an increased risk for flooding due to the heavy rain and mild temperatures. The frozen ground will not be able to absorb all of the expected rain water, which can cause overland flooding into basements and below-grade garages. The record levels of snow that we’ve had this winter are making...