Author Archives: spivey

For most of us, we have the burden of driving every day. It has become more dangerous than ever, especially with all of our electronic devices. Have you ever considered or thought about how safe your vehicle is? Some vehicles are considerably more dangerous than others. Buying a vehicle is a major decision not only […]

Chocolate lovers this is for you! The Literacy Council of Union County will host its fourth annual Chocoholic Frolic event on February 5th from 6pm-9pm. The event will be held at Swan Manor. The Chocoholic Frolic is featuring at least 12 vendors and the event plans to have a silent auction and a raffle. Vendors […]

Billions of dollars are lost each year due to insurance fraud. Insurance fraud is becoming one of the largest crimes in America. Honest hard working individuals and businesses are being taken advantage of by criminals involved in this type of fraudulent activity. Insurance fraud occurs when people deceive an insurance company or agent to collect […]

National Hobby month happens every January just as the New Year starts. January is a time to make change and stay committed to our goals. Everyone needs to set aside some personal time for his or her self. Work can be very stressful along with other activities in our lives. By having a hobby it […]

If you recently got engaged or plan on proposing soon then make sure the engagement ring has insurance on it. Wedding season is particularly popular during the spring months and many couples are getting married. Getting engaged is one of the most memorable experiences in someone’s life and having a burglar break into your home […]

The most dreadful time of the year has arrived. It is officially tax filing season and this means picking up our W2’s, 1040s, etc. We must file taxes every year, but it is not something that we look forward to. To make the process somewhat easier, there are several options to pick from when filing […]

Burglaries tend to increase during the holiday season, but what about afterwards? It is always smart to be aware and protect your home against theft the best you can. Thieves in the neighborhood pay attention to what residents leave at the curbside for garbage pick-up. If expensive or name brand wrapping is exposed this might […]

January is Teen Driving Awareness Month. Teen drivers are often inexperienced and don’t realize how dangerous driving can be. Reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2011 about 2,650 teens in the United States aged 16–19 were killed and almost 292,000 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor-vehicle crashes. […]

Here in the Carolinas we have begun to experience some frigid temperatures. The Arctic air can cause many problems for us and particularly our homes. One major concern for homeowners is the possibility of property damage, especially caused by frozen pipes. If you do experience any damage make sure not to throw any items away […]