How to Choose a Life Insurance Beneficiary
Posted: February 16, 2021
Life insurance is important to protect your family’s financial future. Who you name as a beneficiary can be just as important as your initial decision to purchase life insurance. It’s a big job, which is why it’s important to choose the right person – someone who’s trustworthy and knows what matters most to you. Your local ERIE agent is here to help you determine the...
Should You Leave Your Wipers Up or Down When It Snows?
Posted: February 11, 2021
If you live in an area that’s accustomed to winter weather, it’s a familiar sight: Cars parked with their windshield wipers pointed up, saluting the sky. Some people say lifting your wipers can help prevent damage to the rubber wiper blades while others are skeptical, and it’s long been a topic of debate. Like choosing which direction to hang the toilet paper roll (over or...
Survey: Could You Accurately Guess The Cost of Life Insurance?
Posted: February 2, 2021
Life insurance: It’s not exactly the kind of topic that comes up during family dinner. No one really wants to talk about the death of a loved one. But when it comes to securing your family’s financial security, it’s a conversation that needs to happen. The fact is, there are many things about life insurance that people don’t know. Find out what people had to...
How NOT to Drive in Winter Weather
Posted: January 15, 2021
Winter driving has its challenges. But throw an inexperienced — or inconsiderate — driver into the mix, and your daily commute can get much more difficult. It’s always aggravating when other drivers put you at risk. Getting stuck behind a driver who is spinning their tires or not paying attention isn’t just annoying…it’s dangerous. Related: The 7 Biggest Winter Driving Myths, Debunked Winter driving calls...
How to Prevent a Dryer Fire
Posted: January 13, 2021
Further compounding the problem of dryer fires is the fact that many people now install dryers outside of their basements. This typically results in dryer vent pipes being much longer. Those longer vent pipes have a greater likelihood of being twisted and turned to accommodate the structure of the home—and that creates spaces for lint to collect. What could happen if my dryer catches on...