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Farmers Insurance Offers Tips for Staying Safe in Summer
Farmers Insurance is out with its latest Seasonal Smarts Digests for homeowners and drivers – reminding us that even these months of brilliant skies, weddings and vacations have their own particular set of potential hazards and troubles. The Digests note that homeowners and drivers should plan carefully for upcoming travels by taking steps to promote…
Read MoreMillennials are Better Prepared for Retirement than Their Parents, According to J.D. Power Study
“Best prepared for retirement.” That’s not a superlative one might expect to describe Millennials, but according to the J.D. Power 2018 Group Retirement Satisfaction Study, it’s true. Millennials are most likely of all demographic groups to have set specific retirement goals and have the highest amount of savings-relative to age-in group retirement plans. The inaugural study…
Read MoreMore Than 1 in 3 Healthcare Organizations Have Suffered a Cyberattack, According to Imperva Survey
More than one in three healthcare organizations have suffered a cyberattack within the last year, while almost one in 10 have paid a ransom or extortion fee, according to the results of a survey from cybersecurity solutions provider Imperva. That\’s right: nearly 10% of healthcare providers have paid off cyber thieves who were holding valuable…
Read MoreDonate, Sell or Trade-In Your Vehicle? Kelley Blue Book Helps You Decide
What to do with your old vehicle? Most of the time it makes sense to trade it in or sell it privately. However, there are times when you may want to donate your old vehicle to charity. Vehicle valuation Kelley Blue Book is stepping in to help vehicle owners decide which of these options works…
Read MoreMedicare Beneficiaries at Risk from Card-Replacement Scams, According to AARP Survey
As the federal government undertakes a major initiative to issue new identification cards to the nation’s 58 million Medicare beneficiaries, an AARP survey finds that a majority of those enrollees are at risk of being victimized by fraud schemes designed to capitalize on the card replacement program. In response, AARP has launched an education campaign to raise awareness among…
Read MoreTop International Travel Destinations
North American travel company Travel Leaders Group has revealed the results of its latest survey showing what luxury travelers are most interested in, and where they want to go. Here are the top 10 international destinations: Top International Destinations for 2018 European (River) Cruise Caribbean Cruise Italy Europe (Mediterranean) Cruise Mexico Dominican Republic Jamaica Australia Europe (Baltic)…
Read MoreIs Your Car Oversharing?
Most people realize that the age of the connected car is here, yet many are in a state of confusion about the kinds of data their vehicle is sharing, according to a report from direct to consumer insurance provider Esurance. Interestingly, consumers are often equally unclear as to whether or not their vehicles are tracking…
Read MoreMedicare Misconceptions While Traveling
Many travelers assume their Medicare plan provides coverage abroad, however, travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth explains some common coverage misconceptions. Misconception #1: Medicare provides medical coverage outside of the United States For the most part, Medicare patients are not covered abroad. However, there are a few very specific situations when a patient may be covered under their Medicare…
Read MoreHealth Insurers Must Innovate to Satisfy Consumer Demands, Survey Finds
Health insurers are waking up to their need to up their people skills, according to the results of a survey conducted by HealthEdge and Survata om. HealthEdge, which provides a platform for health insurers, announced results from a survey of 73 health plan executives from across the United States. The survey findings demonstrate that insurers…
Read MoreTax Day Tips
Tax day is coming right up on April 17th, and the IRS wants to be sure you have all the information you need. The IRS expects taxpayers to file more than 155 million returns this year. Here are some things for taxpayers to consider as they are filing: People have until Tuesday, April 17, 2018,…
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