Friday, December 6, 2019
The collector car market evolves with each generation. While the Silent Generation started collecting cars, it was Baby Boomers who really got it rolling. They fell in love with the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Ford Mustang,...
Friday, November 1, 2019
Decluttering is having a moment these days. Organizing guru Marie Kondo has her own show on Netflix, people everywhere are going through their things and asking, “Does this bring me joy?” and many are even exploring the...
Friday, October 4, 2019
Fall is here, and there are still plenty of motorcycles on the road. And the key word here is “see.” People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice the motorcyclists around them, partly because they’re not...
Friday, September 6, 2019
Group riding is a favorite activity among many motorcycle riders. Whether you’re part of a riding club, a social event, a charity ride, or out for a leisurely cruise with friends, group riding can be a rewarding way to...
Friday, August 2, 2019
There’s perhaps no organizing task more daunting than the garage-it’s often the dumping ground for the stuff that has no other place in the house, or the things you don’t use but just can’t bring yourself to toss. How...
Friday, July 12, 2019
Summer is here, which means it’s time to think about family vacations! (If you haven’t been thinking about them all year, that is.) The family part of family vacations, however, can make things a little complicated. You...
Friday, June 7, 2019
With spring in full bloom and summer just on the horizon, prime boating season is upon us. And you might notice more people on the water than ever, because sales of recreational boats have been growing at a steady clip...
Friday, May 3, 2019
April 22 marked the 49th annual Earth Day, when more than 1 billion people in nearly 200 countries were expected to take part in what the Earth Day Network calls “the largest civic-focused day of action in the world.”...
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Here's the bottom line - if you don't feel that your insurance agent is working in your best interest, it's time to get a new agent! Homeowners Insurance and Automobile Insurance are some of the monthly expenses that...
Friday, April 5, 2019
Spring is a time for new beginnings, and cleaning and organization around the house are very popular this time of year. If you’re ready to tackle the monumental spring cleaning chore, read on for some helpful...
Thursday, March 28, 2019
At first glance, this seems like a "yes" or "no" question. But like so many things in insurance, there's always more than one response. I get these questions all the time at MAGNOLIA INSURANCE AGENCY.I've had clients...
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Do you think that purchasing your automobile insurance online is always the least expensive way to buy insurance? You may be surprised to find that working with the right insurance agent in Seattle will often get you a...
Friday, March 1, 2019
Back in the early days of home security “systems,” around the end of World War I, it was common for homeowners to hire “door shakers”-night watchmen who would literally walk around and check doors to make sure they were...
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
When I was growing up, our garage seemed to the catch all for items that were not often used. We were able to keep the interior house somewhat clutter free, but the Garage was another story. Little did we know that we...
Friday, February 1, 2019
Whether it’s a gift from someone special or a gift to yourself, a new piece of jewelry can bring some sparkle to your life. However, many people who find themselves victimized by burglars—or a fire or some other...
Friday, January 4, 2019
Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues in homes across the country, and they’re not just annoying-they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher bills. The U.S....