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Wood Stoves vs. Pellet Stoves – Do You Know the Difference?

January 15, 2018. AAA Staff

Pellet and wood stoves can be cost-effective ways of keeping your house warm. They can also be dangerous if not installed or maintained properly. And homeowners can face liability issues if they don’t have appropriate insurance coverage. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are considering an alternative heating source. Pellet…

Health & Fitness

Motivating Tunes: Choosing the Perfect Workout Music

December 18, 2017. Cassandra Raposo

Picture this: You’re at the gym, getting some cardio done on a treadmill, when you happen to glance over at someone pumping iron ahead of you. He’s in great shape and shows no signs of stopping, which makes sense once you notice how focused he is. Then, you see his headphones. It makes you wonder…

Food & Dining

Taste Africa With These Flavorful Dishes

December 18, 2017. Cassandra Raposo

Whether you’re looking to expand your palate or revisit a family favorite, this collection of recipes from the continent of Africa is sure to make your mouth water.

Savings

Tax Returns: Cash in on Tax Savings

December 18, 2017. Cassandra Raposo

What’s your New Year’s resolution? Is it to learn how to get the most out of your tax returns? Okay, perhaps that’s not your New Year’s resolution. But the 2018 tax season is upon us, and while the deadline to file isn’t until April, it’s never too early to start thinking about how you can…

Homeowner's Insurance

What Did 2017 Teach Us About Insurance Needs?

December 18, 2017. AAA Staff

One year’s experiences are another year’s lessons. Just look at what we learned from 2017: Fidget spinners were a fad, virtual reality is here to stay and not even a credit repository is immune from a data breach. Last year also taught us much about the value of insurance. Here is a look back at…

Home

Be the First to Spot an Up-and-Coming Neighborhood

December 18, 2017. AAA Staff

Buying a house can be one of life’s most exciting events, especially if you believe the home you’re purchasing today will be worth a whole bunch more in a decade. By properly identifying up-and-coming communities, homebuyers can set themselves up for a boon in home equity that can help with another purchase later in life,…

Homeowner's Insurance

Bright Ideas for Holiday Home Decor

November 29, 2017. Roberto Cruz

Who has the best holiday lights in your neighborhood? You do. Or at least you could with these helpful tips from industry experts. Game Plan A good plan helps you avoid surprises – and you certainly don’t want surprises on top of a ladder in the freezing cold. Measure the roofline, windows, trees and other…

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Peak Ski Spots in the Northeast

November 28, 2017. AAA Staff

It’s easy to lose sight of how sweet it is to live in the Northeast. Our fall foliage is legendary, we’re blessed with awesome beaches and, around this time of year, the skiers and snowboarders among us will soon shred some gnar on several nearby mountains. Whether you’ve been hitting the slopes since you could…

Credit Cards

Protect Your ID While Shopping Online This Holiday Season

November 28, 2017. Roberto Cruz

Don’t let cyber criminals be the Grinch in your Whoville this holiday season.

Money

A Plan for Paying Back Student Loans

November 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz

College is an incredible experience. You make new friends. You explore new places. You learn how to write a seven-page research paper the night before it’s due. But on a serious note, one thing you might not learn at college is how to manage and pay back the money you borrowed to pay for your…