8 Ways to Kick Your Texting and Driving Habit
Posted: March 31, 2021
Every driver ‒ and every passenger ‒ expects to reach their destination safely. But picking up your phone to read or answer a text while you’re behind the wheel puts everyone’s safety in jeopardy. At any point during the day, it’s estimated that around 660,000 drivers are on their phones. In the U.S., texting and driving causes a quarter of all car accidents. And teen...
Survey: What Grabs Your Attention During Road Trips?
Posted: March 30, 2021
After the coronavirus pandemic struck the U.S. in 2020, vacations were canceled, traveling was banned, and many of us found ourselves stuck at home. But as spring 2021 approaches, many are opening up to the idea of hitting the road and taking a vacation. More than half of the respondents of a national survey, conducted by Erie Insurance said they plan to take at least...
If My Company Is Acquired by Another Company, What Happens to My 401(k)?
Posted: March 28, 2021
If your employer is acquired, the fate of your 401(k) plan may depend in part on what type of acquisition it is – asset sale or stock purchase. In an asset sale, the selling company retains responsibility for the 401(k) plan. Employees of the acquired company that stay on after the sale are typically considered new employees of the acquiring company. If the acquisition is...
Keeping Your Kids Healthy
Posted: March 25, 2021
Kids are natural germ magnets. It can be a challenge to keep them healthy during the best of times, let alone during a pandemic. If you are a parent with young children, the following tips can help you keep your kids healthy, whether they are attending school or sheltering in place at home. Serve Healthy Meals and Snacks Good nutrition is the bedrock for good...
Hiring a Contractor Checklist
Posted: March 24, 2021
Hiring the right contractor can be tough—and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make during a repair project, according to the Better Business Bureau. Whether you’re looking for someone to do a small repair or to help clean up after a storm that’s caused damage, it’s important to make sure you’ve hired someone you can trust to do the job. We’ve pulled together...