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Upgrading Your Windows - How to Choose What's Best for Your House

You may not give the windows on your home much thought, but they can actually make a big difference not just in your comfort level, but also in the value of your home. You'll have a wide range of options to choose from,...


Electric Vehicle/Hybrid - What You Need to Know Before You Tow

Love them or hate them, Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrids are only growing in numbers. In 2021, 1.2M EV and Hybrid vehicles were sold in the US, which amounted to roughly 4% of total vehicles sold. While it is still a...


Tips for Saving Money on Heating and Cooling Your Home

If you're like most people, you like to keep your home at a comfortable temperature throughout the year. However, running your heater or air conditioner constantly uses a lot of energy, and your electric and gas bills...


OSHA 300A Forms

It is that time of year again when OSHA requires employers to submit copies of their OSHA 300A form by April 30th. A couple of items of note for this reminder: This requirement doesn’t apply to employers with 10 or...


How to Evaluate and Choose Energy-Efficient Appliances

Today's modern appliances are much more energy-efficient than their predecessors, and some are even better than the rest. When shopping for appliances, you'll likely be overwhelmed by choice, so it is important to know...


2022 and Inflation

As we head into the New Year, I wanted to pass along some timely information that you may find helpful. My video on inflation is the first in a series that I will be sending out periodically to address common hot button...


2022 Resolution- Get Financially Fit with Wichert Financial Services

In the blink of an eye, another year has come to an end. Ringing in a new year gives us the sense of renewed hope and the opportunity to re-evaluate various aspects of our lives. Many people make resolutions to improve...


How to Choose Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are essential for any home, so you should ensure that your house is equipped with them. You should have detectors in the main living areas on each floor, including in every bedroom...


How to Make a Fire Safety Plan

No one likes to think about the possibility of a fire in their home, but this is one situation where it definitely pays to be prepared. This is especially true if you have children or pets in your home. Read on to learn...


The LIVING Benefits of Life Insurance

Did you know that life insurance can provide more than just the death benefit? Life insurance also has living benefits! A living benefit is one that allows the policy holder to utilize policy cash values and riders...