On December 18th, 2014, North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin ordered an overall average rate change of 0% effective June 1, 2015. This news should come as a relief for many NC homeowners after the insurance companies had requested average rate increases of 25.6%. An average 8-11% increase can be expected for renters insurance and […]
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Our Holiday Traditions
We recently asked the Anchor employees to share some of their favorite holiday traditions See what they said. Comment and share a tradition of your own! From our Greenville office: Decorating the Christmas tree and Christmas eats! – Hope Sims My favorite tradition was when my children were growing up. We spent Christmas Eve and […]
I realize this has nothing to do with insurance… but in celebration of National Chocolate Day, I would like to share my absolute favorite recipe for the BEST Chocolate Cake EVER. I have been to restaurants and seen decadent looking, intricate chocolate cakes, but then when I have tasted them, I am just disappointed. There […]
Becoming A Local In North Carolina
Having just moved to North Carolina a little over a year ago, from the neighboring Commonwealth of Virgina, my husband and I love opportunities to embrace all that this place we sought to call home has to offer. Our State Magazine is a great resource along with all of the different locality’s social media, websites, […]
North Carolina Insurance Blogs
What a great question! I would certainly believe that true insurance professionals have enough vast experience and knowledge about their products to be able share stories and content about specific coverages, risk management, tips, claims, etc. Imagine how surprised I was when I searched online for North Carolina Insurance Blogs and found the top 4 results to be […]
If your household has transformed into a green home, where you are saving on electricity and energy every day, then you are doing your part for the environment. However, did you realize going green also has a positive impact on your wallet, specifically on your home insurance premiums?
Just like you share the road with other cars and motorcycles, you also need to respect those on bicycles. You wouldn’t cut off a pedestrian in the street, so don’t do the same to a bicyclist. Following the rules of the road and being cautious of others will allow the road to be shared properly.
Are You Eating Healthy?
Whether you are embarking on a new diet or like to maintain a healthy lifestyle for your family, it is important to know which nutrients are good and bad for you. In addition, you should be aware of exactly what foods you are putting into your body and how that may affect your well being.
Get Back On Track After Vacation
Are you just coming back to work from vacation? It can be difficult to focus your mind on the tasks you have in front of you when your thoughts are drifting to the ocean air and warm weather. You may not even want to be in the office right now, but as the business owner, it is your job to get everyone on track. So what can you do to not get distracted after a nice, relaxing vacation?
Is your kitchen wall starting to look grimy and colorless? It may be time to for a fresh paint job! Before beginning on such a project, you should make sure you have the right materials. Choosing a color to go with the theme of your home is an important step to take as well. Once you have all these items gathered, make sure to take safety precautions to avoid accidents or possible injuries.