As many homeowners can attest, purchasing a home is no simple and easy task. The home buying process involves stacks of paperwork with a real estate agent and mortgage company, home inspections, coordinating with the movers, setting up utilities and services, and then unpacking and settling in. In the rush and chaos of moving, many homeowners make the mistake of not getting proper protection for their new home after they move in.

Business owners know that it is vitally important to protect valuable company assets, such as buildings and office space, electronic equipment, specialized machinery, inventory, business vehicles and other company property. Protecting these assets often includes the use of parking lot cameras, secured card-key entry and exit doors, and security guards to protect the business during off-hours.

As discussed last week, one of the major financial decisions both individuals and families must make in their lifetime is in regards to their life insurance needs. For some, the question might be how much insurance coverage is needed, while others might be more concerned about premium rates or flexibility with their coverage.

Five years ago this week, residents and business owners throughout the greater Houston and Galveston region were devastated by the impact of Hurricane Ike, a Category 4 storm that decimated entire communities. Hundreds of thousands throughout the Gulf Coast were left with no electricity, damaged homes and businesses, and a massive cleanup.