April 2025

5 steps to deter motorcycle theft

by Rick Drewry April 22, 2025

Summer is motorcycle riding season but also bike theft season. According to National Insurance Crime Bureau, of all thefts, less than half are recovered. The NICB study indicates...


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Earthquakes can happen anywhere. Are you ready?

by American Modern April 21, 2025

People living in earthquake-prone areas are generally more aware of earthquake safety than others. Consider California and its history of earthquakes, for instance. Awareness of the risk is...


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How not to be gobbled up by Thanksgiving Day fiascos

by American Modern April 20, 2025

So, you’ve offered to host Thanksgiving this year. Hats off to you! Now for the fun part…a long list of holiday to-dos like braving the grocery store, ordering...


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Prepare your pool for child safety

by American Modern April 20, 2025

Now that summer is in full swing, it’s likely that you and your kids are spending a lot of time cooling off by the pool. Here are some...


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6 grilling safety tips

by American Modern April 19, 2025

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there’s an average of 8,800 home fires annually as a result of outdoor grilling. And more happen in July than in...


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How to fit a motorcycle helmet

by American Modern April 18, 2025

There’s no better feeling than hitting the open road on your motorcycle . . . unless your helmet isn’t properly fitted. Not only is a poorly fitted helmet...


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Energy efficiency for small businesses

by American Modern April 18, 2025

Appropriate temperature control is frequently a challenge for businesses. Heating and cooling systems are frequently running at a greater capacity than required when the building is not occupied:...


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6 advantages of manufactured homes

by American Modern April 18, 2025

As housing prices continue to increase, many homebuyers are expanding their search beyond traditional houses.  Manufactured homes present a viable option for potential homeowners. They’ve come a long...


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Rethink the word “valuables”

by American Modern April 12, 2025

Cash and jewelry aren’t the only items on thief’s must-have list. There are a lot of “soft” targets you may not have considered, too. Check out this list...


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Cyber risks: 3 trends you need to be aware of

by American Modern April 09, 2025

It's Data Privacy Week, so we’ve put these trends together to inform you of potential cyber risks, and to help keep you and your customers safe. (more…)


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Boat spring commissioning

by American Modern April 08, 2025

A properly maintained boat can provide years of enjoyment. While year-round protection and maintenance are crucial, a good spring commissioning can set your mind at ease. Here are...


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5 tips to summer-ize your watercraft

by American Modern April 05, 2025

Summer’s just around the corner and the water’s calling! Time to make sure your watercraft is shipshape. Derek Wolfe, one of our senior watercraft underwriters, offers 5 favorite...


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Social media privacy: Taking control of your data

by American Modern April 01, 2025

Social media makes it easy for you to leave a trail of personal information that you may not want to share with advertisers, analytics companies, or people other...


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Steer clear of the storm—we’ll help pay your way

by American Modern April 01, 2025

When someone yells, “Get out of the way!” you should. In fact, we’ll pay you to do it.  One of the benefits of your Collector Vehicle policy is...


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