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5 Mistakes to Avoid when Buying Insurance

 5 Mistakes to Avoid when Buying Insurance   Insurance Buying insurance can be confusing, but when the unexpected happens - a house fire, a car accident or a bone fracture - it is a relief to know that some of those financial losses are going to be covered. But how do you know how much coverage you need? And what questions should you ask before buying a policy? Many consumers aren't very sure. Insurance coverage is far from one size fits all, so here are mistakes some consumers make when buying insurance. 1. Assuming insurance is out of reach. In some cases, consumers skip insurance because they think it's out of their budget. Often, that's not the case, according to Marvin Feldman, president and CEO of the LIFE Foundation, a nonprofit organization that educates consumers about financial planning and insurance. The LIFE Foundation collaborated with LIMRA, a worldwide research and consulting organization for insurance and  financial services, on the 2013 Insurance Baromete...

On The Maps Teams Up With The Shade Tree To Launch New Female Empowerment Movement

 On The Maps Teams Up With The Shade Tree To Launch New Female Empowerment Movement   Business On The Maps (OTM), a Las Vegas digital marketing company , has launched a joint campaign with The Shade Tree to help empower women throughout the state of Nevada. The joint project is primarily aimed at homeless women and sufferers of abusive relationships. Its mission statement is to provide women with the tools and confidence needed to regain financial independence. In turn, this will allow them to break free from their current and past problems. For all its glitz and glamor, the city’s homelessness figures are well publicized. While it is an issue that affects both sexes, women in the area are particularly vulnerable to falling into dangerous situations. For many, the escape routes seem blocked off. The new movement endeavors to change that for hundreds of unfortunate females in the  areas. The digital marketing company is run by a passionate team of Vegas residents. The fir...