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Buying a vacant home is not always a straightforward process. Why is the home vacant? Is something wrong with it? Here are some things to consider:

What to Know About Buying a Vacant Home Why buy a vacant home? One of the biggest perks is being able to make the home whatever you want it to be. Before you purchase a vacant home, here are a few things to do and watch out for.

If you own a vacant home, you might want to know how to protect it from vandalism, theft and other risks. If so, you might like this article:

15 Tips On How To Secure Your Vacant Property | Blog | Explore 15 best practices on how to secure your vacant property in our article. From security guards to effective lighting, we present our top tips.

Towing a travel trailer is a big responsibility. And if you don’t do it safely, the consequences can be disastrous. Before you hit the road, practice towing first and check out these ere recommendations on how to tow a travel trailer safely:

Travel Trailer Towing Safety Campers or toy haulers represent a great option for you to get away from it all with friends and family and soak up life in the great outdoors. But how do you go about safely towing your travel trailer? The following towing tips outline 5 things you should check before you tow. Consider your travel....

Mobile homes are very vulnerable during tornadoes. So, it’s best to leave and find shelter if you know a tornado is coming. Here are some other things to consider:

No Storm Shelter? Here's What To Do | Weather.com Here's what you need to know to be safe during severe weather. - Articles from The Weather Channel | weather.com

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If you’re in the market to buy a mobile home, congrats! Here are some things to keep in mind:

7 Tips For Buying A Manufactured Home - Helping Hand Equity Buying a manufactured home can be confusing if you don't know the right questions to ask. Here are 7 tips for buying a manufactured home.

Thinking of buying a condo? They offer a unique lifestyle … but are they right for you? Here are some things to consider:

Is Buying a Condo Right for You? Condominiums, or condos, can be great alternatives to detached homes. City dwellers, singles, couples, seniors, and many others may find condos that suit their needs and budgets.

Although wildfires caused by lightning tend to be larger and burn more acreage, most wildfires are caused by humans. Here are tips on preventing wildfires and staying safe from the risk!

Preventing Wildfires and Staying Safe from the Risk According to the National Interagency Fire Center, 63,546 human-caused wildfires burned nearly 5 million acres in 2017. Warm weather increases the wildfire threat to many parts of the country. That warmth and dryness entices many people to clean up their yards and burn the debris. If not properly co...

If you live in an area that’s prone to getting wildfires, it’s important that you understand wildfire warnings and alerts. Here’s a guide with more info:

Understanding Wildfire Warnings, Watches and Behavior US Dept of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service Safety1325 East West HighwaySilver Spring, MD 20910Comments? Questions? Please Contact Us.

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How do wildfires start? If you don’t know the answer, check this out:

How Do Wildfires Start? Exploring Causes and Impacts Explore the complex causes and impacts of wildfires. Learn about natural triggers and human-induced factors to understand and combat this growing environmental challenge.

House fires can be extremely disastrous. Fortunately, proper maintenance can help prevent them. Here are some tips you should keep in mind:

Prevent Fires Fire safety awareness materials in a variety of formats to help fire departments spread the word about home fire prevention in their communities.

Some areas are at higher risk of flooding than others. Do you know your flood risk? If not, here’s a resource that can help:

| What Flood Zone Am I In? Everyone lives in an area with some flood risk. Learn whether you live in a low-risk, moderate-risk, or high-risk flood zone.

American Rivers claims floods are the most common natural hazards in the U.S. Here’s more information on that, and nine other facts you should know about floods:

10 Facts About Flooding — 1 – FLOODS ARE THE MOST COMMON NATURAL HAZARDS IN THE UNITED STATES In terms of number of lives lost and property damage, flooding is the most common natural hazard. Floods can occur at any time of the year, in any part of the country, and at any time of the day or night. While […]

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Do you have an emergency kit ready in case of a disaster? Remember to store your kit in an easily accessible location, make sure all family members know where it is, and check what’s in it at least once a year.

Build A Kit | Ready.gov These resources teach you to build an emergency kit filled with the items you need to survive on your own for several days after a disaster. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for sever...

Wait … it’s still February? Why is there randomly an extra day this year? Well, it’s called a leap year! Check out this article to learn what that is:

What Is a Leap Year? | NASA Space Place – NASA Science for Kids Approximately every four years we add a day to the calendar. Learn more about why it’s important!

Buying a rental property can be a great way to start accumulating long-term wealth. However, the emotions and inexperience that come with it can lead you into making a bad decision. Here are some things to keep in mind:

10 Tips For Buying Your First Rental Property | FortuneBuilders Owning a rental property is a great way to begin accumulating long-term wealth. Learn these tips for buying your first rental property at FortuneBuilders

If you’re considering renting out a property you own, you may have a few questions about landlord insurance. This article provides a pretty good overview:

Landlord Insurance 101: What Landlords Need to Know Frequently asked questions about landlord insurance, including what it is, what it covers, and how much it costs per month.

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If you own a vacant home, you may want to want to install a security system. Will any type of system suffice, or should it meet certain requirements? Here’s a take on that:

Security Camera Systems for Vacant Properties & Land | Swann How do you monitor vacant property? Swann has security systems for remote locations that are solar powered and weatherproof with DVR and wi-fi access.

Do you keep an emergency kit in your car? If not, you might want to consider doing so! You never know when you’ll need it. Here are a few items we recommend keeping on hand:

Emergency Car Kit - National Safety Council Every vehicle should have an emergency supply kit located in the trunk. Kits should be checked every six months and kept up-to-date.

After you’ve been in a car accident, the fear, adrenaline, physical pain and other factors can make it hard to think straight. As a result, you may forget to do something that you later realize you should have done. This list can help prepare you in advance:

What to Do After a Car Accident Learn the 13 steps you should take to protect your rights while assisting others after a car accident. Find out what you should do or not do at the car accident scen

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If you have a vehicle that you use for business purposes, you’ll want to make sure it’s registered. The process for registering a business vehicle can be different in each city or state, but here are some general guidelines to follow:

How to Register a Business Vehicle | Bizfluent In order to title a vehicle in your company name, you need to have articles of incorporation, an EIN, bank account and proof of insurance. Fees vary by state and county, but all will expect you to provide proof of ownership through a title or certificate of origin. Call your DMV to budget for fees.

Sometimes, accidents just … happen. Even the most careful drivers can hit a deer. If you didn’t know better, you’d swear it just popped up out of nowhere! Here’s how you can (try to) avoid hitting one:

Avoid a deer-car collision | III As the deer populations grow and urban habitats continue to encroach upon rural environments, there has been an increase in deer-car collisions. Deer-vehicle collisions are dangerous and costly so, though collision with an animal is covered under the comprehensive portion of your auto insurance poli...