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Wildfire Emergency Evacuation Checklist
During an emergency, there may be little or no time to think about what you need to do. This checklist is designed to help you prepare and respond...
8 Tips to Help You Prepare for a Wildfire
Wildfires happen quickly. Sometimes it's only a matter of seconds from spark to blaze. And once a fire begins, it can spread at a rate of up to...
7 Safety Tips for Pet Owners During Hurricane Season
Let’s be real, if a situation is dangerous for you, it’s going to be dangerous for your pets too. This is especially true during hurricane season. Hurricanes, as...
Your Collector Car & Hurricanes: What You Should Know
August and September are prime months for hurricanes. Your state’s emergency management agency, or the local Red Cross office, can provide detailed emergency planning information for your life...
Help Protect Your Home with Fire-Resistant Landscaping
Californians are no strangers to wildfires. In 2019 alone, 8,194 wildfires burned 259,148 acres in the Golden State, according to the Insurance Information Institute. With that in mind,...
Rethink The Word “Valuables”
Cash and jewelry aren’t the only items on thief’s must-have list. There are a lot of “soft” targets you may not have considered, too. Check out this list...
6 Wildfire Evacuation Preparation Tips
The 2018 wildfire season was one of the most devastating on record, and totaled more than $16 billion in damages. While wildfire season often occurs during the summer,...
6 Smart Devices to Protect Your Home
Summertime is vacation season. But being away can cause extra worries when it comes to home security. Whether you’re gearing up for the beach, heading to the lake,...
11 Pool Safety Tips to Help Avoid Accidents
As the days get longer and the temps continue to rise, one thing is clear: Summer fun is right around the corner. For people who own pools and...
Smart Thermostats: Heat-beaters and Money-savers
Summer’s here and temperatures are on the rise. If you’re looking for new ways to beat the heat, a smart thermostat might be the right solution: It can...
2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Likely To Be More Severe Than Usual
Current forecasts predict that the upcoming hurricane season will be more severe than the long-term average. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, hurricanes making landfall would pose additional challenges to...
Dos and Don’ts to Safeguarding Your Home While on Vacation
"We live on the most boring street in the whole United States of America, where nothing even remotely dangerous will ever happen.” – Buzz McCallister, Home Alone Over the...
Create a Five-Foot Buffer to Help Protect Your Home from Wildfires
People living in California are keenly familiar with the risk of wildfire. Of the 4.5 million U.S. homes at high or extreme risk, more than 2 million of...
Your Guide to Summer Maintenance
With the first day of summer approaching, there's no better time to start tackling some home maintenance projects. There are all sorts of things you can do to...
Prepare Your Pool for Child Safety
Now that summer is in full swing, it’s likely that you and your kids are spending a lot of time cooling off by the pool. Here are some...
Pet Tips for Apartment Living
According to the LA Times, more than 70% of apartment renters own pets, with cats and dogs being the most popular types. Regardless of whether you’re a cat-...
Tips to Make Your Adventure Safer
The weather’s getting better fast and that means there’s just one question everyone is asking: Who’s ready to ride? Of course, lots of great questions follow that one:...
6 Simple Steps Can Help Minimize Your Exposure to Wildfires
Wildfire risk used to be seasonal, but in many states, it is now a year-round risk. Brush and forest fires cause extensive damage every year, and it’s not...
Spring Flood Protection: How to Secure Your Home
April showers bring May flowers – and sometimes a little flooding as well. While it's true that spring rains are great for new plant growth – which is...
A 5-Point, “Road Ready” Checklist For Collector Car Agents And Enthusiasts
Now that the weather is nice, collector car owners everywhere are itching to take their showpiece for a joyride. Before they do, here are a few tips you...
Tie-Downs are Crucial for Manufactured Homes
Tie-downs are crucial when it comes to the safety of any manufactured home. Because manufactured homes are very lightweight, strong winds are more likely to get under and...
A 15-Step Guide to Preparing Your Motorcycle For Spring
Spring is in the air, and those motorcycle enthusiasts stuck in colder states are itching to take their bikes out for that first-ride-of-the-season cruise. If your bike has...
7 Steps to Get Your Classic Car Ready for Spring
Spring has sprung! That means it’s time to start thinking about getting your classic cars and trucks ready for the season. (more…)
Your Guide to Spring Maintenance
After this cold and gray winter, you’re surely looking forward to brighter days, spring blooms, and lots of sunshine. And while spring may not have sprung quite yet,...
Earthquakes Can Happen Anywhere. Are You Ready?
People living in earthquake-prone areas are generally more aware of earthquake safety than others. Consider California and its history of earthquakes, for instance. Awareness of the risk is...
Why Skirting is a MUST For Manufactured Homes
When choosing a manufactured home that fits your style and needs, it’s important to remember to buy and install the skirting. Not only is the skirting used to...
5 Steps to Cut Your Water Heating Bills
Did you know that heating water for your faucets, showers and appliances can consume up to 20% of your home’s energy? That’s a big slice of any homeowner’s...
Protect Your Pocket from Costly Home Repairs – like HVAC and Appliances
In today’s world, we are all looking for more customizable options. Whether you’re building your computer’s system, picking out a band for your fitness tracker, or deciding if...
How Much Snow Can Your Roof Handle?
With several storms hitting the country in the past few weeks there might be quite a bit of snow on your roof. The question: Can your roof handle...
Heat Up Valentine’s Day Without Burning Down Your Home
Candles and romance go hand in hand on Valentine’s Day, but what starts as a warm glow could escalate into a dangerous fire. Although candles account for a...
10 Tips for Space Heater Safety
While we all hope Punxsutawney Phil, the groundhog, is right about spring’s early arrival, it’s likely the cold temperatures are still coming our way. People use space heaters...
7 Tips For Safer Online Shopping
Use the following 7 tips to help keep your information secure while shopping online, and share them with your friends and family too! (more…)
Safety Tips For Using Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi spots are everywhere these days. They’re convenient, especially when you’re on the go, but they could also leave your information vulnerable. Here are 3 tips to...
4 Ways to Stay Ahead of Smartphone Hackers
Did you know that Americans check their phone on average 80 times a day? Surprising, right? Unfortunately, the amount of times that our phones can be compromised is...
Cyber Risks: 3 Trends You Need To Be Aware Of
Internet of Things (IoT) , 5G and smart devices are all part of the modern digital transformation process of homes and businesses worldwide. But with potential opportunities, there...
Social Media Privacy: Taking Control of Your Data
Social media makes it easy for you leave a trail of personal information that you may not want to share with advertisers, analytics companies or people other than...
Prevent Frozen Pipes
Freezing temperatures. Whiteout storms. Icy roads. And, worst of all, frozen pipes. While you’re probably going to have to tough out the first three, with a little know-how...
End-of-the-Year Insurance Checklist
At the end of each year, we are whisked through a series of holiday celebrations, all leading up to the most contemplative day of the year: New Year’s...
3 Things To Do Before Getting Rid of Your Old Device
Thinking about getting a new smartphone for your kids or spouse as a gift this holiday season? Or maybe you want to treat yourself to the newest version...
How To Keep Your Home (and Santa) Safe from a Chimney Fire
The tradition of Santa Claus entering people’s homes through the chimney goes back to pre-Christian times when European folklore characters were believed to use the chimney to deliver...
11 Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe During the Holidays
It’s likely you are revving up for this holiday season’s festivities with as much spirit and drive as Santa himself. You’ve found the perfect tree. The holiday bins...
9 Christmas Tree Pet Safety Tips
If you have seen National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, you probably recall the tragic scene where Clark goes into the living room to find the string lights on the Christmas...
7 Tips for Safer Cyber Monday Shopping
Cyber Monday may be a few days away, but most online shopping retailers start to offer discounts and deals on Black Friday, or even a week before. And...
7 Tips to Help Prevent Theft During the Holidays and Beyond
Each year more than 100 million Americans travel for the year-end holidays. Moreover, insurance claims peak toward the end of the year, mostly due to holiday travels and...
Seasonal Cheer without Fire Fear
Many of us take Christmas tree traditions very seriously. It is no wonder that trees are the centerpiece of our holidays and add a touch of magic and...
Thanksgiving: How Not to Be Gobbled Up by Thanksgiving Day Fiascos
So, you’ve offered to host Thanksgiving this year. Hats off to you! Now for the fun part…a long list of holiday to-dos like braving the grocery store, ordering...
5 Easy Steps to Help Winterize Your Home
Winter is right around the corner, follow these 5 simple home winterization steps to help save money and energy. (more…)
Turkey Deep-Frying Safety
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s no doubt that you have already started putting together a grocery list for the perfect holiday dinner. While sides like green...
9 Steps to Winterizing Your Collector Vehicle
In most of the country, cold weather is here to stay, so it's likely time to prepare your ride for hibernation. And because collector cars don’t live the...
Your Guide to Winter Maintenance
Although winter officially begins with the Solstice on December 21st, many states have already experienced their fair share of freezing temperatures and snowfall. Before the weather becomes even...
How To Winterize Your Motorcycle in 7 Simple Steps
Cold temperatures are settling in, which means motorcycle riding season is coming to an end. Unless you live in the southwest or southern states, odds are you will...
4 Tips to Help You Stay Ahead of Smartphone Hackers
Did you know that Americans check their phone on average 80 times a day? Surprising, right? Unfortunately, the amount of times that our phones can be compromised is...
How To Treat These 3 Cyber Tricks
Halloween is a few short days away, and under the cover of the dark web, cyber criminals are refining their sinister methods. And they’re only getting more sneaky and...
Safety Tips For Using Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi spots are everywhere these days. They’re convenient, especially when you’re on the go, but they could also leave your information vulnerable. Here are 3 tips to...
Halloween Hacks that Protect against Rental Property Nightmares
So, you’ve done the hard part and purchased a rental property. You’ve bought deadbolts, security devices, smoke detectors and fire extinguishers to keep your tenants safe. You’ve also...
10 Safety Tips To Follow During Halloween
The apples have been bobbed, the pumpkins are carved, the cobwebs are hung, and the spooky movie marathon has been viewed, leading up to one of the most...
Social Media Privacy: Taking Control of Your Data
Since October is Cyber Awareness Month, we are continuing to share various cyber and online safety tips to help keep Internet safety top of mind. Social media makes...
Fire Prevention Week: Kitchen Fires
Did you know that October 6th through October 12th is National Fire Prevention week? While it may not be something you’re going to actually celebrate, it’s a great...
Cyber Risks: 3 Trends You Need To Be Aware Of
October is Cyber Awareness Month, so we’ve put these trends together to inform you of potential cyber risks, and to help keep you and your customers safe. (more…)
New Policyholder Online Tool to Report Lost Contents
As part of the company’s focus on improving the customer experience, American Modern has launched an online solution for policyholders who want to file a claim for lost...
Your Guide to Fall Home Maintenance
Fall is finally here! Most of you are probably excited for cooler weather, and various fall season activities: pumpkin patches, hayrides, corn mazes, haunted houses, apple picking and...
Is Your Motorcycle Coverage a Perfect Fit?
Not all bikes are the same. Insurance isn’t all the same, either. Picking good motorcycle insurance is more than just choosing between comp and collision or liability-only. Here...
American Modern Names New Chief Claims Officer
Amelia, Ohio, July 22, 2019 American Modern Insurance Group, Inc. (American Modern) announced the appointment of Eric Hunziker as Chief Claims Officer effective July 1, 2019. Hunziker will...
New Digital Video Solution To Help Resolve Losses
Today we announced a new digital technology that allows customers to use a mobile device to virtually connect with their claims adjuster that could help to more quickly...
Stay Free (from Danger!) this 4th of July. The Final Part.
The 4th of July is a wonderful time for family, friends, fun, freedom, and fireworks. But, outdoor grills, pyrotechnics, and unattended homes can create dangerous situations. The final...
Stay Free (from Danger!) this 4th of July. Part 4: Grill Safety.
4th of July is a wonderful time for family, friends, fun, freedom, and fireworks. But, outdoor grills, pyrotechnics, and unattended homes can also create dangerous situations. This week,...
Stay Free (from Danger!) this 4th of July. Part 3: Sun Safety.
4th of July is a wonderful time for family, friends, fun, freedom, and fireworks. But, outdoor grills, pyrotechnics, and unattended homes can also create dangerous situations. This week,...
Stay Free (from Danger!) this 4th of July. Part 2: Home Safety.
4th of July is a wonderful time for family, friends, fun, freedom, and fireworks. But, outdoor grills, pyrotechnics, and unattended homes can also create dangerous situations. This week,...
Stay Free (from Danger!) this 4th of July. Part 1: Firework Safety.
4th of July is a wonderful time for family, friends, fun, freedom, and fireworks. But, outdoor grills, pyrotechnics, and unattended homes can also create dangerous situations. This week,...
Don’t Get Burned this 4th of July
According to the National Fire Protection Association, there’s an average of 8,800 home fires annually as a result of outdoor grilling. And more happen in July than in...