Are you prepared to fight a fire? It’s no secret that the entire state of Iowa suffered abnormally dry conditions this year. A drought-stricken environment adds fuel to the fire if your equipment gets hot. Kingsgate Insurance teamed up with Iowa Fire Control to cover the basics of fire safety on the farm. Learn more […]
Life insurance is one of those touchy topics. No one relishes thinking about their own death. And when you mix death and finances together in one conversation? Well, let’s just say that’s one chat most people would rather sidestep. And indeed, they do—sometimes for much longer than they should. Most financial advisors view life insurance as […]
What makes safe drivers stay safe on the road? The obvious answer is that these drivers obey the rules of the road—they stay within the speed limit, wear a seatbelt, don’t attempt to pass in no-passing zones, don’t drink and drive, and they turn off their phones. Of course, these practices are critical to staying […]
When the weather starts to cool down, it’s time to start preparing for winter. Important and easily forgettable jobs are draining and disconnecting your hoses and winterizing your outdoor faucets (hose bibs). Properly maintaining your outdoor faucets can prevent them from freezing. If your hose bibs were to freeze, it can cause damage to the pipe […]
The moves made by the Fed have poured icy water on the once scalding housing market, freezing prices or in some cases even lowering them. So that means your home is insured for the right amount and you can stop worrying, right? Sadly, no. Insurance deals with home value— otherwise known as reconstruction cost. And […]
How do I recover from drought conditions on haying and grazing ground? This is a big question after a dry year. An optional remedy is Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage insurance (PRF), a policy that covers a lack of rain fall. Kingsgate’s Chelsea Heatherington sat down with Rain and Hail’s Adam Powers to answer PRF frequently […]
Many people visit the doctor even when they don’t need a doctor’s expertise to diagnose and treat their symptoms. The next time you or someone in your family has a cold or experiences flu-like symptoms (e.g., sore throat, runny nose, cough, dizziness, fever or muscle aches), it may be wise to try some home remedies […]
Although it is important for companies to trust their workers and the general public, the unfortunate reality is that theft can happen at any time. This is particularly true in the construction industry, where expensive tools and machinery are often left in plain sight or are easily accessible to criminals. Construction site theft is especially […]
Hand injuries ramp up during Halloween. Carving jack-o’-lanterns is a fun family tradition, but pumpkin carving accidents can cause serious cuts, puncture wounds, and damage to nerves and tendons. Prevent a trip to the emergency room by following these tips: Skip the knife. Kids like to be hands-on, so give them a pumpkin to decorate with […]
Join Scott Schober for a 1-hour deep dive into understanding the cost of a cyber breach, how to fight skimming scammers, what are cyber security best practices, and so much more. It’s more important than ever to do all you can to protect your business from cyber crime! Watch Below
