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| How to Enjoy a Claim-Free Holiday Season |
No one puts "insurance claim" on their holiday wish list. Most would rate this item right below a lump of coal. Yet, due to a lack of safety measures, this is what many people get.
Accidents and fires related to decorations are fairly common during the holiday season, but they are avoidable with the proper precautions. Avoid holiday hazards and enjoy a claim-free season with these tips:
Trim the tree with care: Will you be using a real tree? Keep it stable and hydrated with a large, non-tipping tree stand that holds water. Place the tree away from heating ducts, doorways, and busy areas. Well-placed and well-watered, your tree will stay fire- and accident-free for the season.
Keep your cords nice, not naughty: Exercise caution when working with electricity. Don't overload your outlets. Use extension cords sparingly. Check flickering
lights. Immediately replace those with loose connections or corroded sockets.
Be cautious with candles: Candles add ambiance and appeal to your space, but they can also cause devastation. Keep them away from flammable materials. Never leave them burning unattended. If you don't want to worry about extinguishing candles before leaving or going to bed, consider using some flameless ones this year.
Don't fall for outdoor lighting: Yes, your roofline may look great with perfectly strung lights, but don't risk your life to get them up there. Use proper safety measures and products designed for outdoor use.
Take the time to do décor right. Be happy, healthy, and, most of all, wise this holiday season. |
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| Add a New (and Fun) Twist to This Year's Holiday Entertaining |
Sick of hosting yet another sit-down dinner, or the usual holiday open house? Mix it up this year. Your guests will enjoy the new twist. Best of all, so will you.
Here are four new takes on holiday parties:
Do it after Christmas
Finding a December date that works for everyone can be tough. Why not wait until after the craziness dies down and host a relaxed, post-holiday bash? Everyone will still feel festive but probably not stressed.
Order in
Who says hosting means cooking? Order in instead. Offer a selection of gourmet pizzas, sushi, or Chinese takeout. It's fun, delicious - and easy. Don't fuss with cutlery; supply chopsticks and lots of table napkins. Set out a variety of beverages, add a simple dessert, and you have a dinner party!
Try brunch
Host a brunch. Waffles, fruit salad, eggs, bacon, and French toast can all be whipped up quickly and served buffet style. Skip the dining table
and eat in the living room for a relaxed party atmosphere.
Turn it into a game
Potlucks can be boring, but not when you add the element of competition. Host a contest. Call it "TV Chef: Holiday Edition," and ask each guest to contribute a dish. Assign categories, such as appetizers, salads, mains, sides, and desserts. (Hint 1: ask what they're bringing ahead of time to avoid duplication.) You'll need volunteers to judge. (Hint 2: kids might enjoy being on the judging panel.) The winning dish gets a fun prize. You relax. Everyone enjoys. It's a win-win! |
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| Trivial Pursuits: Why Do We All Love Trivia So Much? |
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In 1979, two Scrabble lovers, Chris Haney and Scott Abbott, decided to create their own game - Trivial Pursuit. And the rest is game history: Trivial Pursuit sold more than 100 million copies worldwide and earned more than a billion dollars. Because, as Haney and Abbott knew, everyone is fascinated with factoids.
Why people find these tiny bits of useless information so endlessly fascinating is anyone's guess. Some experts believe the attraction comes from a competitive need to demonstrate superior intelligence. Some attribute it to a curious mind. Others believe it's considered a method of brain training. And still others believe it's just great entertainment.
In fact, trivia games are also good for us. Great bonding activities, trivia competitions also make people happy and reduce stress hormones. Notes Allquizquestions.com: "It enhances our focus, learning and thinking abilities." Whatever the reason, as The Point Magazine points out: "Quizzing, sometimes referred to as 'trivia,' has been a part of popular culture for many decades." In the 1940s and '50s, for example, families gathered around their radio to hear The Quiz Kids - five super-bright youngsters who answered audience - submitted questions.
With the arrival of TV, "The $64,000 Question" and other trivia-based contests filled much-needed
programming space. The public loved them.
And people still do. The wildly popular trivia show "Jeopardy!" was introduced in 1964 and became one of the longest-running TV game shows ever. And as game-show authority Steve Beverly told CNN Entertainment, it's "still the best mental exercise on television." I'll take Trivia for $200, Alex... |
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| Throwing a Holiday Party? Check Your Insurance |
You're planning a holiday bash. You have a checklist that covers every detail from decorations to desserts.
You feel ready for the big event, but did you remember to look into insurance for the party? Do you have proper coverage for your festivities?
It's something many party hosts overlook. When you're putting on an event, it's important to consider your own liability and ensure the proper policies are in place. Your homeowners' policy may have limitations that mean it could be inadequate for what you're planning. Depending on the size of your event, you may want to consider taking out an umbrella policy or special event insurance.
Your options
Your home insurance policy typically includes liability coverage. If someone is injured at your party, this coverage will kick in to pay for the associated expenses. However, if
several people are injured, it may not provide sufficient coverage. Your options are to increase the limits on your home insurance policy or add an umbrella policy to expand the coverage. Often, it's more cost-effective to add the umbrella than to increase your limits. Consult with your insurance agent to determine your best option.
A third possibility is to obtain event insurance. This can help protect you against accidents and provide cancellation coverage. If someone is injured at your party, event insurance liability coverage will help pay for expenses, and if you have to cancel caterers, entertainment, or photographers, it can help with this as well.
As you review your options with your insurance professional, consider the location of the event, the number of attendees, the activities taking place at the party, and your current coverage. These details will help you determine if your current homeowners' policy is sufficient or if you need to
make changes.
And with this item checked off your list, you'll be better prepared to sit back and enjoy the party yourself. |
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~Alex Hastings~
Hastings Insurance Solutions LLC
872 Tanglefoot Ln
Bettendorf IA 52722
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| Is Your Home - and Your Family - Really Safe? |
Home is truly where the heart is, but that doesn't stop accidents, fires or thefts from happening at home.
Discover how to keep your property and your loved ones out of harm's way by requesting my free guide, "Three Ways to Keep Your Home - And Your Family - Safe." |
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line 2 baking trays with parchment paper. Place one sheet of puff pastry on each tray. Cut each sheet into 9 equal squares (3x3 inches). Place a rounded teaspoon of tomato in the center of each square, spreading it out to opposite corners. Sprinkle a tablespoon of cheese along the same area and place a basil leaf on top. Fold opposite corners together. Press firmly to hold in place.
Brush with egg wash and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly then drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve warm. |
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