Thanks to an ongoing global pandemic, a record number of Americans are currently working from their homes. A solution that was implemented in 2020 in the early days of the outbreak– teleworking – is showing signs of becoming permanent for many worker...
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Small businesses are the beating heart of many small to medium-sized towns in the U.S. (and even a few large cities!) Nearly all businesses start out small, and most stay that way to better serve their communities. There are 30.2 million small busine...
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Most homeowners are aware that energy costs are soaring. But businesses are also feeling the squeeze. Energy bills are becoming an increasing part of the cost of doing business, and many commercial building owners are finding that the increases are e...
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Fraud is a concern for companies of all sizes, but small businesses may be particularly vulnerable. Owners may place their trust in a handful of people and may not have the time or resources to provide their employees with in-depth training. Here are...
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Winter will be here soon. In Connecticut, that means bitterly cold temperatures, snow, ice, and strong winds. Start taking proactive steps now to prepare your business for winter storms. Get Your Facilities Ready Inspect your building for existing pr...
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Most businesses today understand that happy employees lead to better customer service interactions, more productivity, and improvements in the bottom line. In order to keep workers happy it’s important to constantly seek out the things they want from...
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It’s a scary world out there on the Internet. The greatest invention of our modern age has brought with it a multitude of benefits and innovations but has also opened the doors for criminals who are using sophisticated methods to gain access to perso...
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Water can cause catastrophic damage to homes and businesses and is one of the most common reasons why property owners file insurance claims. Water can seep through floors and ceilings, run down walls, damage foundations, ruin furniture and other belo...
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As banks have implemented more stringent security procedures to protect customers’ personal information and accounts, thieves have turned to another mark: tax return fraud. Fraudsters who have a person’s social security number (acquired from frequent...
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Protecting the Earth for future generations requires a concerted effort from both individuals and businesses. Regardless of your industry or the number of people you employ, there are some simple but effective ways that you and your workers can contr...
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