The GD Morning Show Interview
hellokate2024-03-07T02:30:59+00:00Somer recently spoke with the GD Morning Show team on WJAS about some of the changes in the insurance world.
Road Rage: Drive with Caution
hellokate2022-04-29T02:50:51+00:00If you have any type of commute, I’m sure you’ve seen it. One driver cuts off another, and the drivers begin waving at each other – well, waiving with one finger. Or maybe it’s a cautious driver in the left lane who is being pursued so closely by the vehicle behind them that they appear [...]
Apartment Gardening: 3 Ways to Bring In the Outdoors
hellokate2020-09-09T20:31:39+00:00Apartment Gardening: 3 Ways to Bring In the Outdoors When it comes to livening up an apartment, there’s nothing quite like live plants to help bring a fresh feel to a space. Whether you have a green thumb and a full-blown indoor garden or you’re a newbie looking to invest in your first houseplant, we [...]
What Perils Are Covered By A Homeowners Insurance Policy?
hellokate2020-09-10T13:59:36+00:00What Perils Are Covered By A Homeowners Insurance Policy? A peril is an event, like a fire or break-in, that may damage your home or belongings. The perils covered by your homeowner's insurance are listed in your policy. The list of mishaps you're protected against ("perils" in industry-speak) is actually pretty broad. Here's a look at what [...]
Quick Fix: Clear Away Soap Scum With Half of a Lemon
hellokate2020-09-10T13:32:06+00:00Quick Fix: Clear Away Soap Scum With Half of a Lemon Soap scum on your shower door can quickly build up and leave your shower looking dingy. And while there are a number of good cleaners on the market for tackling this nuisance, a simple, all-natural solution may be right in your kitchen. Here are tips from Better Homes [...]
Tips for Keeping an Emergency Cash Fund
hellokate2020-09-10T13:47:28+00:00Tips for Keeping an Emergency Cash Fund With the convenience of using debit cards or mobile payment apps, it can be easy to forgo having cash altogether. But it’s a good idea to keep some cash on hand in case of an emergency. In the aftermath of an emergency or a natural disaster, a [...]
How to Prepare Your Home for Spring
hellokate2020-09-10T13:58:25+00:00How to Prepare Your Home for Spring Cleaning out the guttering on a house Spring can be a great time to clear out clutter and start fresh. But, while you’re organizing closets and cleaning out cabinets, don’t forget to also tackle some basic home maintenance. Just like a car, some parts of your home need regular maintenance to [...]
How to Maintain Your Water Heater
hellokate2020-09-10T13:53:26+00:00How to Maintain Your Water Heater It can be easy to take your water heater for granted — until it stops working and you wind up in a chilly shower. Worse yet, it could stop working and you end up with water all over the floor. Thankfully, a hot water heater does not require [...]
4 Winter DIY Home Improvement Ideas
hellokate2020-09-10T16:06:49+00:004 Winter DIY Home Improvement Ideas It’s the dead of the winter and you’re cooped up inside, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be productive. If you are looking for some DIY home improvement projects for the coldest months of the year, try one of the ideas below. 1. Add a Fresh Coat of [...]
Quick Fix: How to Make a Door Draft Blocker
hellokate2020-09-10T16:11:07+00:00Quick Fix: How to Make a Door Draft Blocker Chilly winds can sneak into your house under your door. Not only do these drafts leave your toes cold, they may also waste energy because heat escapes through the opening, Energy.gov notes. This DIY draft blocker helps keeps the heat inside, so you can stay warm and toasty. Step [...]