Hosting an office party to celebrate the holidays is a great idea-but it requires plenty of planning to ensure that the celebration falls under the heading of "nice" rather than "naughty." Holding an office party with...

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As a nation, our pets are like family, so let's make sure they enjoy the holidays with us while staying safe. As a general rule of thumb, always keep pets on a regular routine, even during the holiday season. Don't let...

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Is there a downside to a home renovation project? (Beside the mess and the expense, we mean!) Well, yes and no. After all, most home renovations add value to your home-and that means that the cost to replace your home,...

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The holidays can be a great time to get out of town to visit family you rarely get to see, hit the slopes or flee to the beach. Regardless of how you spend your time away, you need to ensure your house stays safe while...

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October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, a great time to review and refresh cyber security policies and procedures on the job-and at home. While 66 percent of small business owners say they are not concerned ...

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If you own a boat (or better yet, as the joke goes, you know someone who does), you've probably thought about spending some evenings on the water - especially in the summertime. It's a great thought, of course. But,...

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September is National Preparedness Month-a great time to put together an emergency kit, establish a system for alerting family, employees, and customers in the event of a disaster, and developing a contingency plan to...

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Yes, it's already time to start thinking about school again. Getting a head start can pay big dividends for you and your kids as they head back to class. But, it's not just what they need for school that matters. It's...

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You Like us-you really Like us! Late last year, Beall Financial and Insurance Services launched Facebook and Twitter accounts-along with this blog-in an effort to communicate even better and more frequently with our...

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In 1984, National Night Out - "America's Night Out Against Crime" - began as a way to promote crime prevention through neighborhood camaraderie. Since then, according to the National Association of Town Watch (NATW),...

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Wildfire season is well underway-and not just here in California. As we write this, a fire four times the size of Seattle is raging in Washington state. It's definitely not too late to follow our fireproofing tips to...

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"Reduce, reuse, recycle." Most likely, you've heard that catchy phrase connected with information about saving natural resources and even saving your family money. But how many of us really make reducing, reusing and...

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Not a summer goes by without devastating news stories about injury or death in a swimming pool. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that about 300 children younger than 5 drown in swimming...

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If you're like most people, there are certain items you own that you can't imagine ever losing - possessions you deeply cherish or those that would be impossible to replace due to the cost of re-purchasing them or...

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So far this spring has seen earthquakes in California, flood warnings on the East Coast, drought in Idaho, and tornadoes across the South. Natural disasters are a fact of life-but there is plenty you can do to prepare...

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One of the most disheartening experiences is to find flooding or extreme water damage to your treasured home. At Beall Insurance, we know you want to protect what's important. That's why we're offering these tips to...

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Spring is barely underway, but fire season has been running for months. According to a recent article, California's state firefighting agency has responded to more than 800 wildfires since New Year's Day; in an average...

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While fall and winter have their own pleasures, longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even though nighttime driving accounts for just 23%...

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Spring is well underway, and it won't be long before air conditioners are running-and breaking down-all across the country. How can you extend the life of your air conditioner, and preserve your comfort during summer...

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Everyone wants to keep their home safe from burglars or intruders, but not everyone wants to have an alarm system installed. There are plenty of people who prefer the do-it-yourself route, whether it's home improvement...

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Southern California was recently attacked by a fierce winter rainstorm that drove some area residents from their homes and filled streets all across the region with mud and debris. Now that the storm is over, it's the...

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Most people would say their car is one of the most valuable assets they own – if not the most valuable. Despite that, however, some people make it downright easy for thieves to drive off in their pride and joy. At Beall...

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It's not every day that you get to combine one of your favorite hobbies with one of your favorite causes-but for Beall Financial and Insurance Services, the Chubb Charity Challenge provides exactly that opportunity. In...

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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, invisible gas that results when certain fuels do not burn completely. And it can be deadly. That's why it's important to know how to prevent it, detect it, and protect yourself...

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