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How to protect yourself from fraud

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Whether you’re planning a much-anticipated remodeling project or facing repairs to fix damage from a storm, hiring a contractor can be a daunting and nerve-wracking task. While most contractors are trustworthy, some are guilty of taking advantage of vulnerable homeowners – especially when the repairs involve an insurance claim. The post How to protect yourself from fraud appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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COVID-19: Have a project restart strategy

By agency, agent, construction, contract, Contractor, costs, document, employee, employment, engineering, expenses, financial, independent, inspection, Insurance, labor, materials, momentum, Pandemic, pay, permit, pool, project, restart, shutdown, startup, supply chain, time, trade, worker, workforce
Construction projects that shut down production in the short term deserve careful consideration when it’s time to restart operations. Contractors must recognize the need to create a plan for resuming work after restrictions imposed during the pandemic are lifted. The post COVID-19: Have a project restart strategy appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Fixed deferred annuities can add STYLE to a retirement portfolio

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Market volatility, rising healthcare costs, concerns about the future viability of Social Security and the potential to be taxed on Social Security benefits leave many doubting their financial well-being. Many could be dealing with a very real possibility of outliving their assets. The post Fixed deferred annuities can add STYLE to a retirement portfolio appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Fixed deferred annuities can add STYLE to a retirement portfolio

By agent, annuity, contract, deferred, estate planning, fees, fixed, funds, independent, Insurance, law, life, Life Insurance, lifetime, liquidity, plan, planning, protect, retirement, safety, savings, style, tax, tax deferral, withdrawal
Market volatility, rising healthcare costs, concerns about the future viability of Social Security and the potential to be taxed on Social Security benefits leave many doubting their financial well-being. Many could be dealing with a very real possibility of outliving their assets. The post Fixed deferred annuities can add STYLE to a retirement portfolio appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Travel insurance: Secret weapon of savvy travelers

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One of our family’s most favorite vacations was almost over before we left town. The post Travel insurance: Secret weapon of savvy travelers appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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How to select a roofing contractor

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Is your roof looking worn or damaged? Has a storm come through your area recently? If your roof is not in good shape, it’s a good idea to replace it quickly to prevent damage to your home. Replacing your roof can be a large financial decision, so you’ll want to find a roofing company that will do the job quickly and efficiently. But how do you pick one? The post How to select a roofing contractor appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Helpful tips to locate a life insurance policy

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After the loss of a loved one, it can be a challenge to locate a life insurance policy … or even know if one exists. After all, it may have been issued 40 to 50 years ago. Here are tips to help find out if your loved one had an active life insurance policy or annuity contract. The post Helpful tips to locate a life insurance policy appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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