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Make Football Season Fun and Safe

Finally, we're welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves and, of course, football season in Colorado Football brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities...

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A Different Season Means Different Dangers For Motorcyclists

Fall is a wonderful time to be outside on your bike, thanks to the crisp, cool weather and changing colors of the landscape. Staying safe on the road in autumn requires some special precautions, however. Because we at...

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Flood News

FEMA Chief: Congress, Not FEMA, Has Power to Delay NFIP Rate Increases The head of the Federal Emergency Management Administration said his hands are tied when it comes to flood insurance rates, despite growing concern...

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Flood Assistance information

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to support state and local response efforts to the flooding in Colorado through its National Watch Center in Washington and its Regional Response Coordination...

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Rate Hikes on Flood Insurance

Per Property 360: Members of Congress are demanding that the Federal Emergency Management Agency finesse the impact of steep flood insurance premium increases mandated by a 2012 law even as a key government watchdog...

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Packing Smart For An RV

No matter how big your RV is, you will likely always be short on space. It's hard to leave anything behind when you're packing up, so consider ways you can pack smart. 1) Compact is king: This one seems obvious, but it'...

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4 Tips to AVOID Dog Bites

Dog-bite claims cost insurers over $489 million in 2012, accounting for more than a third of all homeowners insurance liability claim dollars paid out in the year, according to a study by the Insurance Information...

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Vacation TIPS

Tips for packing, saving and planning Right now, LiveLifeLocal is highlighting tips to help take the stress out of trip planning this travel season. For example: Plan ahead. An unplanned adventure can bring a sense of...

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Black Forest Fire donation

June 12, 2013 Steve Bartolin, President and Chief Executive Officer of The BroAdmoor, has advised the Colorado Springs Regional Business Alliance that the food that was to be served at tomorrow's State of the City...

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Do You Own a Classic Car of the Future?

There's nothing quite like driving a speedy, shiny classic car that turns heads and starts conversations. In fact, the beauty and elegance of old collectibles - like the 1964 Aston Martin DB5, the 1963 Corvette Sting...

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Protect yourself prior and during a Hurricane

No one can predict when or where weather events like a hurricane will occur. Meteorologists may offer some warning and do a great job of explaining the conditions that created the event. But that's little comfort to a...

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Hurricane Preparation tips

Good Preparation Can Aid Recovery For businesses, emergency preparedness planning can make the difference between staying in business and losing everything. Having a disaster preparedness guide is one of the easiest...

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Oklahoma Workers Compensation news

Oklahoma is joining Texas as the only states that allow employers to opt-out of the workers’ compensation system. Under S.B. 1062, Oklahoma employers would have to offer injured employees alternative benefit systems...

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Wedding Insurance/EVent Insurance

At Southern Colorado Insurance Center we understand event insurance, especially for weddings The most memorable day of your life should be protected by accidents and/or unfortunate weather conditions Here are a few...

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Water backup information from Safeco!

What’s covered, what's not? Safeco's Homeowners policy provides coverage for water that backs up through sewers or drains as long as it originates on premises. As this chart shows, the optional endorsement expands the...

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It's Time for Spring Cleaning!

Spring is a time of new beginnings in Colorado springs CO-and now is a great time to take on some cleaning and organization tasks around your home. If you're anything like many of us here at Southern CO Insurance Center,...

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Cargo Insurance

In today's world of commerce, insurance professionals and their manufacturing clients need to understand the shipping environment, whether their goods will travel across the country or across the ocean. In highly...

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Homeowner TIPS Equipment Breakdown

Heating systems, air conditioners, electronic equipment and major appliances are all important to everyday comfort and convenience, but it’s easy for consumers to take them for granted. When one of these items breaks...

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Hiring the right people is critical to the success of any business

No matter the size, type, or location of your business, hiring the right talent plays a critical role in your venture’s success. High performing employees can help you grow faster, run smoother, and have a direct impact...

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Hobby Farm in Colorado

Southern Colorado Insurance Center is proud to introduce todays happy customer Mr and Mrs Boller came to us with their hobby farm policy with a company they've been with for over 5 years. Their premium had increased 35%!...

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Hobby Farm in Colorado

Southern Colorado Insurance Center is proud to introduce todays happy customer Mr and Mrs Boller came to us with their hobby farm policy with a company they've been with for over 5 years. Their premium had increased 35%!...

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Tips to ensure valuables are fully covered

According to the latest government statistics, one in every six homes in the U.S. will be burglarized this year, resulting in an average loss of $1,675 per burglary. And this figure doesn’t account for the trauma caused...

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Tips for backing up

Good Morning Colorado drivers, please share this with the newly licencsed drivers in your household! Moving forward, backward, or steering left or right from a stopped position can create an unexpected hazard for both...

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Visioneering

Completing the school week in kindergarten, looking forward to eating cereal in front of the television, watching cartoons on Saturday, you see, we began our journey of visioneering at 5 years old. Visioneering is the...

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10 Reasons to have ONE company insure your Apartment Risks

1.General Liability and Umbrella/Excess coverage with the same carrier 2.Liability for common areas including swimming pools, tennis courts, lakes and playgrounds 3.Property manager included as an additional insured 4....

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Protect Your Motorhome and RV From the Cold

If you're a snowbird and you're headed away from the cold this winter to a sunnier and warmer spot, you can move on to the next article. Just know that we here at Southern Colorado Insurance Center wish you a safe...

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