Gross Insurance Agency

"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart." — Helen Keller

Are you renting out your home? Or making a little extra money by watching children during the day? Here are some things you should know about your homeowner's insurance policy.

Homeowner's insurance: Do I need extra coverage for that?

Parking your car in a well-lit place where there is likely to be some foot traffic is one way to ward off thieves.

Don't beat yourself up!

It can be tempting to let your four-legged friend help you drive, but it isn't a good idea. If you have to brake suddenly, your dog could be injured by the airbag. The back seat is a safer option for your dog.

Headed on a road trip? Make sure to dust off the manual and look through the maintenance schedule. If there are things that are due or overdue, such as oil and filter changes, get those done. While you’re at the mechanic, go ahead and have all your car’s fluids topped off. Ask your mechanic to do a complete check of the car with your impending road trip in mind.

Breathe. Trust. Let go and see what happens.

Collision avoidance systems are great safety features popping up in new cars, but they only supplement attentive, non-distracted driving — they don't replace it. Always give your full attention to driving.