Of the many things that can jeopardize the safety and security of a home, few can cause the amount of damage and loss like a house fire. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, the average homeowners claim for fire damage is over $79,000, with house fires causing over $8 billion a year in damages across the country. Because of their destructive nature, homeowners should take every precaution possible to prevent house fires and eliminate the risk of damages and injuries.

Homeowners near the Gulf Coast tend to be more cautious and prepared for strong weather during hurricane season, but the reality is that severe weather can strike at any time of the year. Winter can be just as damaging to homes due to high winds and strong gusts as colder weather arrives. Homeowners can take proactive steps now to help protect their property from windstorm damage and minimize potential damages and losses. Our Aegis blog post today looks at some of the ways homeowners can prep their homes now and keep their property safe.

This holiday season will be like no other, as many individuals and families will be staying home or skipping normal holiday travel plans. However, the holiday season will still likely bring with it a high number of thefts and burglaries in homes and personal vehicles. In today's Aegis blog post, we look at some ways individuals and families can ramp up the security around their property, and how to avoid becoming a target of thieves.

Owning a home is an important investment, but over time a property may be in need of repairs or an expansion in order to meet a growing family's needs. While some homeowners might be handy at minor repairs or DIY projects, some renovations and improvements are best left to professional contractors for safety reasons. In today's Aegis blog post, we look at some of the repair and improvement projects homeowners should entrust to contractors to avoid personal injuries or damage to their own property.

When most people think of insurance protection, they often think of how it can protect against their own personal injuries or damage to their own property. What some people fail to recognize is that insurance is just as important in protecting against injuries or damages we cause to others, or that takes place on our property. Without proper coverage, these damages or injuries can lead to substantial liability claims and hefty judgments that could put us in dire financial situations.

These uncertain times have led to breaks in work, breaks in activities, and breaks in calendars and schedules. However, crime is something that never takes a break, so it's important to have safety strategies in place to protect our families, our homes, our vehicles, and our personal assets. In today's Aegis blog post, we look at some ways to create safety strategies for your personal assets and reduce your risk.

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced millions of Americans to make changes in their personal and professional lives as they deal with stay-at-home orders, health concerns, job transitions, or even job losses. The end result is that some individuals and families face an uncertain financial future, or are unsure of the best financial decisions to make given the current circumstances. Financial advisors can be essential for individuals and families as they try to make sense of the next right steps, and our blog post today focuses on how they can help.

The world has been turned upside down by the COVID-19 virus, impacting people and companies across the globe. Individuals and families have already begun to experience the impacts of this pandemic as millions have found themselves in unfamiliar territory in terms of their jobs and finances. What are the next best steps to take financially in such uncertain times? Today's Aegis blog post looks at some steps to consider in the midst of our uncharted global experience.

As thousands of college seniors approach the finish line towards earning their degree, many have now begun planning their next steps, whether it's pursuing a full-time job or earning a Masters or Doctorate degree. However, many students graduate without any useful financial lessons or guidance about post-college life, making it harder for them to achieve their long-term personal goals. Today's Aegis blog post offers several key financial lessons for college students about to begin the next phase of life.

The upcoming arrival of a new baby can bring a flood of emotions to expecting parents, but also a long list of important decisions to make and tasks to complete before the baby arrives. A key task for any new parent is to make sure both their home and finances are in order before the child arrives, whether through childbirth, adoption, or fostering. When a family home is safe and ready to welcome a new baby, and financial decisions have already been made, it helps parents be able to fully focus on bonding and caring for their child.