5 Unusual Valentine’s Day Traditions from Around the Globe
In the U.S., Valentine’s Day is a day of romance and reverie. But in other countries, this day is celebrated in many unusual ways. Here’s 5 unusual Valentine’s Day traditions from around the world. Valentine’s Day is almost here (February 14). In the U.S., millions of lovesick spouses (or significant others) will be scrambling for…
Can I Cancel My Life Insurance After I’ve Bought It?
What if you’ve recently bought a life insurance policy, but then have second thoughts? Are you stuck with the policy? Can you cancel and get your money back? We’ve all heard the term “buyer’s remorse,” right? It refers to the feeling you have when you purchase something that you later decide…for whatever reason…that you are…
15 Most Unusual New Year’s Resolutions
Yes, it’s that time of year again. Typically, in early January, millions of Americans struggle with fulfilling a serious and sacred mission…sticking to their New Year’s resolutions. As many before them have learned, this mission is no cakewalk. Oh, the tragedy of it. One of the biggest celebratory days of the year…New Year’s Eve…is followed…
“Americans at Work”: Byron’s Book Review
In this latest edition of Byron’s Book Club, Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote, reviews “Americans at Work” by Craig Storti. What’s unique about the American workforce? What sets us apart from other nations in our approach to work? What are the qualities that feed our famed entrepreneurial spirit? In “Americans at Work: A…
An Appreciative Visit to the Beer Can Museum
January 24th is Beer Can Appreciation Day. The Beer Can Museum in East Taunton, MA is a great place to see a vast cornucopia of beer cans from all around the world. Take the tour with us. Who doesn’t love a nice, ice cold beer? Especially on Beer Can Appreciation Day. On January 24th, some…
6 Holiday Shopping Tips to Keep You Debt-Free
The year-end holidays are fun. But they can also be very stressful. Especially if money is tight. In a recent survey, many holiday shoppers admitted to stress due to financial pressures. We have come up with a few helpful ways to keep your wallet in the black. In an article published last year in the…
Byron’s Book Club – “Life’s Missing Instruction Manual”
In this latest edition of Byron’s Book Club, Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote, reviews “Life’s Missing Instruction Manual” by Joe Vitale. Don’t you sometimes wish that there was some common-sense, down-to-earth “guide to life” out there? I don’t mean some pie-in-the-sky, new-agey, eat-more-kale kind of book. I mean a book that simply tells…
3 Delightful Holiday Dessert Ideas
What would the holidays be without indulging your sweet tooth. Below are some terrific mouth-watering holiday dessert ideas. (All recipes courtesy of allrecipes.com) Steamed Cranberry Pudding 2 teaspoon baking soda ½ cup hot water 1 tablespoon white sugar ½ cup molasses 2 cups whole cranberries 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup unsalted butter ½…
At Thanksgiving, Let’s Talk Turkey About Life Insurance
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for the good things in life. It’s a time to share best wishes and thanks with family and friends. But do you know what’s another great way to show your family that you’re truly thankful? Bring home life insurance! Thanksgiving is a special time of year. Traditionally, friends…
Employer-Provided Life Insurance May Not Be Enough
The good news is more people now have employer-provided life insurance through their jobs than have individual policies. The bad news is that company coverage alone is probably not enough for your needs. So what can you do if you want more coverage? According to a recent survey sponsored by the Life Insurance and Market…