Many people do not put much time into planning for their future care. Without long-term care in place later in life things may be very difficult. “Long-term care is an issue many Americans want to shove under the rug,” explained Evan Tunis, president and CEO of Nextexitretirement.com. “It is one of those things no one really wants to confront when they are younger and in relative good health. The thing is, with each passing year […]

Tampa, Fla. – An individual’s driving record affects their auto insurance rates. Every insurance company has its own guidelines on how police tickets and driving violations increase the premium. Parking tickets and other minor infractions are not included in their review. In Florida, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles assesses points depending on the speeding or moving violation. Each insurance company will review these points on a driver’s record. Here are the points […]

Americans do not realize that most of the bottled water touted as being safe is actually contaminated tap water. “This is a scary thought, but in actual fact it is a reality,” said Larry Wardell, who writes for H2olabs.com, a provider of water distiller systems that makes truly pure distilled water. “The fact is that a large portion of the bottled water sold across the nation is contaminated tap water. It is contaminated at the […]

Orlando, Fla. – The recent Orlando headlines are filled with auto accidents. One driver under the influence of prescription pills crashed her car. Another accident closed State Road 415 outside of Sanford. And five people were injured in a two vehicle crash off Colonial Drive. With more than 1.5 million residents and countless tourists, Orlando area drivers need to protect themselves and their assets with adequate car insurance. “Many people think a bad car accident […]

Most people judge water on how it looks. However, just because it looks ok does not mean it is good to drink. “One of the biggest myths about water is that if it looks good, smells good and tastes ok, then it is safe to drink,” said Larry Wardell, who writes for H2olabs.com, a provider of water distiller systems that provide truly pure distilled water. “Unfortunately, that is not true. Many of the pollutants in […]

Tampa, Fla. – Florida is known for its summertime storms. In some instances, the rain and lightning can make for treacherous conditions. A semi truck recently lost control as storms hit the downtown Tampa area and crashed into a Mercedes. All southbound lanes on I-275 were blocked, putting a damper on the morning rush to work. Drivers need to be particularly cautious when extreme thunderstorms hit the area. From driving slower to being mindful of […]

Hardwood flooring is not just another pretty design element. It has a variety of other benefits for homeowners as well. “Virtually everyone loves hardwood flooring, but many people feel they cannot afford it,” said Dean Dupre, who owns Champion Tile, a Clearwater Flooring, Tampa Flooring, and tile installation company. “You are in luck. These days there are a variety of affordable options, priced just for you and your budget. While it might not be genuine […]

People want their information fast and in small, digestible chunks. Health insurance companies are gearing up to provide health insurance quotes quickly for today’s fast-paced clients. “People are in a hurry to get to where they want to go these days,” said Clelland Green, RHU, CEO and president of Benepath in Pennsylvania. “That even includes wanting as much information as they can get about health insurance, as fast as they can get it. That is […]

For high traffic areas, choose flooring that handles anything and still looks great. Vinyl is a good choice. “Typically, when people want to do something to upgrade their home, they start with the kitchen. It’s the best place to start, as they can get just about everything in it made over to their preferences, from cabinets to countertops. They could also buy flooring and install it on their own. While this is doable for the […]

Faced with the number of flooring choices on the market, some people just turn and run. It does not have to be a difficult task. “Without exaggerating, there are so many choices on the market for flooring these days that people just take one look at the selections and throw up their hands in despair. What to choose? Pre-finished, unfinished, laminate, carpeted, engineered, antique planking, marble, ceramic tile – well, you get the idea. It’s […]