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Nov 13

Holiday shopping? Tips for the store or online

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Shoppers are poised to spread their time and money across both online and physical stores this holiday season, according to a survey conducted for the National Retail Federation. As you grab your mouse or head out to join the crowd, here are some tips to protect yourself and your identity. The post Holiday shopping? Tips for the store or online appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Oct 16

Personal insurance: Trends in construction costs

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Reconstruction cost – or replacement cost – is the cost of hiring a contractor to replace your home as it is, using materials and design of the same or similar quality. This amount is not the same as market value, which is the value of comparable homes that have sold in your area. Your home’s current reconstruction cost could be very different from its market value. The post Personal insurance: Trends in construction costs appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Sep 25

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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Sep 04

Poison prevention: Safety tips for parents and caregivers

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More than 2 million people – about half of them under age 6 – swallow or have contact with a poisonous substance each year, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Be prepared in case of an accidental poisoning. The post Poison prevention: Safety tips for parents and caregivers appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Aug 28

Keeping up with the seasons: Time for fall tasks

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We’re less than four weeks from the start of fall: time to start thinking about some annual tasks if you live in a part of the country with seasonal temperature changes. Our bloggers have you covered. Here are some posts from the past that can help you through the change of seasons. The post Keeping up with the seasons: Time for fall tasks appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Jul 31

Cars on campus: Tips for college students

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College students may be in unfamiliar territory when they take their cars to campus. Our video has tips to consider before venturing out. The post Cars on campus: Tips for college students appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies bl...
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Jul 24

Tasting rooms and tours: Consider guest safety first

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Most breweries, wineries or distilleries offer tours and a tasting room where guests can enjoy a sample of the product or purchase drinks made on-site. These operations present a different set of exposures than a typical beverage manufacturing facility. If you own a beverage business, closely evaluate your operation to ensure guest safety. The post Tasting rooms and tours: Consider guest safety first appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Jul 10

Homeowner liability is more than child’s play

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Before sending your children out to play, be mindful of the liability they can present. The post Homeowner liability is more than child’s play appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Jul 10

Homeowner liability is more than child’s play

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Before sending your children out to play, be mindful of the liability they can present. The post Homeowner liability is more than child’s play appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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