Winter in Ohio is known as one of the prettiest times of the year. It’s also known as one of the most dangerous. When the weather outside is frightful, going outdoors is often the last thing you want to do. By preparing for inclement weather now, you’ll know what to do when winter storms, ice …
Home for the Holidays: Avoid Accidents with This Advice
Holiday mishaps. We’ve seen them in movies and read about them in articles. Ladder falls, tree fires and homes decorated with enough lights to light up an airport runway are common themes. While they may seem comical, the reality is these are no laughing matters. Every year, Americans suffer damage to their homes, belongings and …
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Common Winter Home Insurance Claims & How to Prevent Them
Winter storms can wreak havoc on your home. According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2019, winter storms in the U.S. resulted in an estimated $2.1 billion in winter home insurance claims. Wind damage, damage from fallen limbs, ice damage, and frozen/burst pipes are just some of the dangers winter storms pose to your home. …
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What to Do When Hitting a Deer
The white-tailed deer is a typical sight in Ohio through much of the year. But when you’re driving, you may wish it wasn’t so common. According to the Highway Loss Data Institute, the number of insurance claims due to animal-vehicle collisions peaks each November. How to Hit a Deer Safely When a collision is imminent, …
Advice to Protect Virtual Learners from Cyber Theft
As students get ready to start fall classes, many will be hitting the virtual books, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks and identity theft. AAA’s experts offer advice to protect virtual learners and families from these attacks and help them recover should one occur. “Cyberattacks are more common than people may think,” said Rob Zahn, chief …
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Gaining Control with Life Insurance
Life is all about choices — and many of our most significant decisions revolve around keeping our loved ones safe and secure. While we do not know when something unexpected might happen, we can make smart decisions in preparation to help control the impact of what could happen next. Life insurance can help control the …
Ask Ed: What Things Can Affect My Insurance Policy?
We’re breaking down insurance questions with answers from our in-house expert. Ed Conley is a CPIA and the director of Insurance Sales and Financial Services at AAA. Have a question for Ed? Drop us a line at AAA.com/AskEd. Q: We installed a pool at our house over the summer, do I need to change my …
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Tips for Purchasing a New Vehicle
September is a great month to consider buying a car and remains one of the most popular months for new car purchases. As new models hit the showrooms, manufacturers often offer some of the year’s best deals to move out older inventory to make way for the new. As a AAA member, we want to …
Is Your Auto Insurance Road Trip Ready?
Going on a road trip requires some planning. Mapping out your route, finding places to stay, making sure you have ample supplies and plenty of gas in the tank are all-important preparations to make before setting out. But does your auto insurance have what it takes to keep you covered on your journey? Even if …
Your Complete Summer Boat Safety Checklist
Are you looking to head out on the boat for the summer? Regardless if you’re operating a vessel for the first time or looking for a refresher on boat safety, we have you covered with some boat safety tips so you can enjoy yourself on the water. Don’t Drink and Boat Just like in your …
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