An Estate Plan Is Needed Even If You Do Not Have Children
Individuals with children usually create an estate plan as the result of advice from financial advisor and estate attorney. This is due to a sense of urgency and need to ensure there is a laid down plan to cater for the needs of their children in the event of an untimely demise. On the other… Read more
What is Myopia and What are the Correction Options?
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is the most common refractive error of the eye a situation where the eye does not refract light or bend properly to a single focus to view images clearly. In this case, close or near objects look clear while there is poor distance vision which causes distant objects to appear blurry. However,… Read more
Say Goodbye to Rust in Your Home’s Water
High concentration of certain minerals such as iron in your water is an indication of either a plumbing problem or an issue causing leakage of sediments from the pipes to the tap. Rust is a common term which refers to the presence of compounds such as iron and oxygen in water and it is usually… Read more
The Average Lifespan of Linear Accelerator Parts
A linear accelerator, often referred to as a LINAC, is a type of particle accelerator that customizes electrons or high energy x-rays to conform to the shape of a tumor to destroy cancer cells while sparing the life of normal surrounding tissue. It has a variety of built-in features that are designed to ensure a… Read more
Making the Right Choice In Medigap
Medigap is an extra medical insurance plan that you purchase from a private company to pay for costs not originally covered by Original Medicare such as deductibles, copayments, and medical care when you travel outside the United States. However, Medigap policies do not cover long term medical care, hearing aids, dental care, eyeglasses, vision care,… Read more
When Can You Sign Up for Medicare Supplement Plans?
Medicare supplement plans are designed to cover out-of-pocket costs which include deductibles, coinsurance, co payments, and costs that are not covered by Medicare part A and B. The best time to sign up for a Medicare Supplement plan is typically during the Medicare Supplement Open Enrollment period. During this period, you would not be subjected… Read more
The Difference Between Less Than Truckload and Full Truckload Shipping
Truckload shipping is the movement of large amounts of homogeneous cargo, generally the amount necessary to fill an entire semi-trailer or intermodal container. A truckload carrier is a trucking company that generally contracts an entire trailer-load to a single customer. This is as opposed to a less-than truckload (LTL) company that generally mixes freight from… Read more
Four Reasons To Plan Exterior Home Remodeling During The Winter
Many homeowners do not consider the winter season as a good time for home improvement projects and repairs – and this is understandable. Although several factors could determine the ideal time for your exterior home improvement project, the winter presents a perfect time for several reasons. Here are four big factors. Contractor Availability The spring… Read more
2018 Trends In Kitchens and Bathrooms
It appears that more and more homeowners are shifting the design perspective to hiring contractors that can handle the design and building all in one. Many problems can arise when homeowners have to communicate with two different professional parties, designers and contractors, so it is a special era of home construction when one contractor does… Read more
Four Rules for Electrical Safety After A Flood
Ensuring electrical safety after a flood must take precedence over salvaging any remains or inspecting the home. The reason: water and electricity do not mix! It is understandable that you are very eager to check on your belongings, to try to get things back to normal as soon as possible. However, there is always a… Read more