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What is Pet Insurance and Do I Need It?

What is Pet Insurance and Do I Need It?

If you have a pet, you may want to consider pet insurance. Without it, you may be faced with a large vet bill or a tough decision. Pet insurance is a health insurance policy for your pet. It is available for dogs, cats, exotic birds, ferrets, rabbits, potbelly pigs, reptiles, and certain rodents. As with health insurance for people, you pay a premium in exchange...

How to Create a Positive Workplace in 2023

How to Create a Positive Workplace in 2023

Creating a positive work environment is a win-win situation. Employees today want a supportive work culture that fosters growth for the individual, as well as for the organization. Developing a positive workplace can help prevent negative consequences, such as conflict, hostility, fear of dismissal, unhappiness, and stress, and consequently help reduce organizational costs. Work-life balance, perks and benefits, and workplace culture are top considerations for...

American Heart Month

American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month, by annual proclamation of the President of the United States, in acknowledgement of the vital fight to treat and resolve cardiovascular disease. It is a time for Americans to focus on their cardiovascular health. As stated by the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Cardiovascular disease and mortality is increasing in working-age adults, and...

Should I have an Emergency Fund Along with Life Insurance?

Should I have an Emergency Fund Along with Life Insurance?

Life insurance can help protect your loved ones financially in case of your death. If you have a whole life or universal life insurance policy, you may be able to access accumulated cash value for emergency funds during your lifetime. Even so, it is a good idea to have an emergency fund in addition to life insurance. You never know when the unexpected will happen....

How to Create the Best Time Off Policies for Small Businesses

How to Create the Best Time Off Policies for Small Businesses

Every employee needs a day off occasionally. Many small businesses offer generous paid time off (PTO) policies as a way to compete with larger companies. Not only does this create an attractive incentive for top talent to hire on, but it also helps reduce employee turnover. What Is Paid Time Off? Paid time off is time employees can use for personal purposes while getting paid...