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Is Your Home Energy Efficient?

Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues here in Minnesota, and they're not only annoying - they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher utility bills. Would you like...

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Make Sure Your Home is Ready for Winter

Summer has ended, but there's no need to fret: Fall brings with it crisp, cool days, wonderful colors - and football season! It also brings with it a few maintenance tasks that Lakeside Insurance recommends to help...

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Do all drivers in my household have to be listed on my auto policy?

Most of the time the answer is a resounding YES! Every licensed driver must be listed on your auto insurance policy that resides in your household. The only exception to this rule with some insurance companies is if...

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Understanding Identity Theft

Your identity belongs to you. Here are some suggestions from Lakeside Insurance to help you protect it. One smart and effective way to protect yourself against identity theft is to prevent it. If your identity is stolen,...

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Jewelry: What is covered on my home insurance?

In Minnesota, did you know you probably only have about $2,000 of jewerlry coverage on your home insurance policy? That is the industry standard - no matter what company you are insured with. The main thing that covers...

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September Defensive Driving Courses

For those of you that are age 55 or older, complete an approved defensive driving course and get up to 10% off your auto insurance premium. The first time you take the course it is an 8 hour course. Every 3 years you...

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The last weekend of summer...don't grill your house down

I can't believe that summer is over! This one went FAST. I know most of us will be out on the grill at some point this weekend and by this time of the year we are all grilling experts, right? I would love to come and...

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Disaster Preparedness, FEMA and More

If the unthinkable happens, Lakeside Insurance understands that your most valuable assets are more than just items on a balance sheet. That information is critical during a time of catastrophe. Think we are safe here in...

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Do you have home remodeling plans?

If you have upcoming home remodeling plans be sure to do two things; 1) Let us know about your remodel project as we may have to increase the coverage limit on your home. Give us a call and we'll do the research to make...

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Saving Money on Classic Car Insurance in Minnesota

How much you pay for insurance depends on many factors. Following the suggestions below may help you lower the cost of your classic car or collector vehicle insurance in Minnesota. Before you buy If you're thinking of...

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OSHA Offers Free Consultations to Small Business

Did you know the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) offers small businesses free, workplace safety consultations? During the OSHA 2010 fiscal year they provided consultations to 26,000 small and medium-...

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Da boat da boat da boat!

Get that boat ready! It's been a slow slow start to summer so you might not have had your boat out much yet this year. We finally have some nice weather and with the upcoming 4th of July holiday make sure you boat is...

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Summer Means More Teens in the Workplace

Business news often reports that it's difficult for teenagers to find work here in Minnesota but nonetheless, as summer approaches thousands of teenagers will enter the workforce, many for the first time. This is an...

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Tornado Tips

Last year Minnesota led the nation in tornados and they keep popping up all over the country. Here are some tips from Travelers Insurance Company to protect your family and your property. BEFORE Learn the warning signs...

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