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Archives: 2019

Renters' Insurance

Renters' Insurance

On the southwestern border of Tennessee lies the city of Memphis, the second-largest metropolitan area in the state after Nashville.  Memphis-area CBS-affiliate Channel 5 reported on the recent arrest of a suspect in a series of burglaries at a local apartment complex.  One of the victims told the reporter, “It’s the invasion of privacy. Your home is your shell, so to have somebody come in like...

Why You Need a Business Mentor

Why You Need a Business Mentor

In business, as in life, it always helps to get advice from someone who's been there before. But while you may have asked a friend to share their wisdom when it comes to parenting or personal finance, it's less common for entrepreneurs to seek out advice on managing their business. That's where a business mentor comes in. Finding a trusted adviser to share wisdom and...

Playing With Fire

Playing With Fire

Some Middle Tennessee residents had a close call recently.  According to a report from local NBC-affiliate WSMV, a family in Murfreesboro became displaced when their home caught on fire.  The cause? The clothes dryer. No one wants to think about their home burning to the ground, but the statistics should give us all cause for concern.  TheUnited States Fire Administration keeps regular tabs on fires...

9 Life Changes to Tell Your Insurance Agent About

9 Life Changes to Tell Your Insurance Agent About

Life's changes come with new goals and dreams. Whether you're getting married, expecting a baby, or getting ready to downsize... big changes in life often come with new financial priorities, too. That's why it helps to have an insurance agent who can help you understand what these changes mean for your insurance needs. Get in touch: Contact your local ERIE agent Wondering what to expect for your...

Declaring Independence

Declaring Independence

According to Merriam-Webster, some of the meanings of independent include  “not subject to control by others; not affiliated with a larger controlling unit; not requiring or relying on something else; not contingent; not looking to others for one's opinions or for guidance in conduct; and, showing a desire for freedom.” We live in a society in which independence is highly sought after and valued in...