How Businesses Should Respond After a Data Breach
After a data breach, businesses may put more resources into a third-party monitoring service or build a dedicated cybersecurity team. Once the issue has been identified and resolved, it’s time to address customers whose data may have been exposed. On average, companies around the globe take over 140 days to identify a data breach. In…
4 Risks of Renting to Pet Owners
Although it’s common to see apartment listings with a “No Pets!” disclaimer, 72 percent of renters have one. For dog and cat owners, such restrictions can limit available living options. Yet for landlords and property owners, accommodating pets can be a complicated decision. You may rent a unit to someone who routinely cleans up after…
Financial Fraud Schemes Targeting Consumers & Small Businesses
Today, there is no shortage of financial scams. From traditional schemes to the exploitation of new technologies, consumers and business owners have to stay vigilant. If you fall victim to fraud, you could lose more than your hard-earned savings. In many cases, criminals have access to your banking information and key personal details, which opens…
Why You Need Flood Insurance Outside of High-Risk Areas
Homeowners who live away from the shoreline might assume they don’t need to carry flood insurance, yet even low to moderate-risk areas can be exposed to heavy rain, snowmelt and spring thaw. These events can trigger flooding that causes a degree of property damage. If you’re far from the coast, this scenario can catch you…
10 Safety Tips for Teen Drivers
If you have a newly licensed teen driver at home, they are likely excited to hit the road! Yet it’s important for parents to first review safety behind the wheel. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 2,276 people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers in 2020. Additionally, half of all teens will be…
