Entries by Carol LaCombe

Start Financial Planning With 3 Baby Steps

Does the idea of financial planning — putting together a system for keeping your money matters and goals on track — seem daunting? Then divide the task into smaller pieces. Here are some small steps you can take immediately, in the coming week, and for the month that can help set a direction for your […]

Emerging Wellness Trends in 2025

The days of compartmentalizing physical, mental, financial and emotional well-being are over. In 2025, organizations are adopting a holistic approach that considers the entire employee. Expanding all aspects of wellness support is meant to help meet workers’ needs and expectations. While organizations may have already increased their mental health support in the past few years, […]

Drones, Electric Bikes, and Scooters: Is Insurance Necessary?

Recently, there has been extensive media coverage regarding notable drone activity along the East Coast. Analysts and commentators are emphasizing a notable and rapid increase in the usage of drones across various settings, which raises important conversations about safety and liability. If you’ve spent any time in urban areas recently, you may have noticed the […]

Employer of Record and Drones: Two Challenges Employers Face

As we enter 2025, two common issues have emerged that pose potential coverage problems for an organization’s financial well-being: Employer of Record Agreements and the use of drones. **EMPLOYER OF RECORD AGREEMENTS**  More U.S. companies are hiring talent from around the globe, thanks to advancements in technology that simplify communication, expand operational hours, and facilitate […]

Embracing A Digital Detox

Technology has become such an integral part of life that it may be hard to imagine functioning without it. Beyond work, people depend on technological devices for information, communication, and entertainment. However, constant attachment to these devices can have harmful effects on your mental health. To combat these issues, you may consider a digital detox. […]

5 Forces Driving Commercial Auto Costs

Over the past decade, auto insurance rates have increased steadily, well exceeding the rate of inflation over the same period. But what’s driving this upward trend? Explore factors that have significantly impacted the rates for commercial auto. Travelers 5 Forces Driving Commercial Auto Insurance Costs https://www.travelers.com/resources/business-topics/insuring/commercial-auto-risks-that-can-increase-insurance-rates Sources1 LexisNexis Risk Solutions Auto Insurance Trends Report2 Health Research Institute3 Attorney […]

Early Retirement Checklist

If you’ve ever yearned for an early retirement, you’re not alone. A small but growing contingent of working Americans have made it their mission to eliminate paycheck dependency well ahead of the traditional age of retirement. More than one-third of Gen Zers, millennials, and GenXers said they plan to retire before age 65, according to […]

Rising Cost of Homeowners Insurance

Many people can expect their homeowners insurance rates to go up this year—along with the rising cost of materials and supplies—in this economy. Several factors are behind the rising costs. Severe weather events continue to cause serious damage and costly insurance claims. The rising cost of building materials, supply chain issues and unfilled jobs are […]

Why Are Auto Insurance Rates Rising?

Increasing auto insurance premiums have been troubling for policyholders and their wallets. According to statistics released in May 2023 by the U.S. Department of Labor, auto insurance premiums increased 17.1% in the previous 12 months. Although the cost of insurance may change each year for various reasons, this infographic can help shed light on current […]

Commercial Property: Forces Driving Increases

The commercial property insurance market continues to be challenging, with several factors contributing to premium increases for commercial property coverage: 1. Catastrophe losses Hurricanes, floods, wildfires, tornadoes, and winter storms are occurring more frequently and with greater severity, causing annual insured losses of more than $100 billion globally in the last four years. In 2023, […]