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When your child comes up and asks you if he can sign up for a sport, you might wonder how safe he will be out on the playing field. How much protective equipment will he need? When are the practices? How often? And the most important questions – How much does it all cost?

The weather’s cooling down a bit and you’re thinking of how great it feels outside. Lately the weather has been a bit unpredictable – there is no such thing as a nice rainstorm anymore. Now, every storm comes at full speed packing a huge punch. You will want to be sure your home and property are at their best shape before that next wild weather hits.

Have you ever been driving down the road and noticed your Check Engine light come on? Nothing feels even slightly off. So what’s going on? Well, there are several reasons why the light will turn on. There might really be nothing wrong, but it’s worth a check.

Living in South Carolina has many, many perks. Beautiful coastal towns, state parks, the Blue Ridge Mountains, it’s perfect. But even in the most perfect of all spots, you need to be prepared in case of a bad storm. A little bit of prep now can make your home safe and secure so you won’t need to worry about it when a big storm is blowing around outside.

A lot of insurance has to do with property, but an equal amount has to do with the well-being of humans. We all hope to live long, healthy lives, but what are we doing to help ourselves achieve that dream? What about the stress we all feel? It’s important to remember that stress can cause terrible health issues if it is not controlled.

Many South Carolina businesses that provide corporate fleets for employees might already have a formal process for managing their business vehicles. Having staff training and induction programs, as well as a program for vehicle servicing, and obtaining insurance, are some of the issues to take into account.

When you have been away on a vacation for a significant period of time, chances are you will be pretty loaded down with luggage. If you are towing a trailer or caravan, it is essential for your safety and to help reduce the risk of having an accident or a car insurance claim.

House fires can be devastating for residents, and many of them start in the kitchen. In the event that you are in the kitchen when a fire starts, it can be easy to panic, but knowing how to act could help you potentially avoid a complete disaster and a renters insurance claim.

Your driving record is a primary factor in determining how much you pay
for your car insurance policy. There are other factors, like your age,
where you live and the type of car you drive but they may not be within
your control to change. You are, however, in charge of your driving
record.

Driving is a big responsibility. When you are behind the wheel, you are
not only responsible for your own safety but that of your passengers and
other road users including pedestrians. In addition to the numerous
risks to your personal safety and that of others, dangerous driving
often comes at a price, including hefty fines and increased car
insurance costs. In South Carolina, in the event that you have been
convicted of an offense such as DUI or driving without car insurance,
you may also have to file a form for SR22 insurance.