Organize Your Garage Like A Pro
Posted: March 11, 2024
Somewhere around 30% of all garages are used for household storage instead of vehicle parking, according to organizational experts.If this sounds like you, it might be time to tackle the clutter. And you just might be able to organize your space and reclaim your parking spot. Here are some quick tips to help organize your garage and finally get that car inside.Storage hacks to get...
Solar Eclipse Safety: 3 Things To Know
Posted: March 7, 2024
Here comes the sun…On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross over parts of Mexico, the United States and Canada. United States cities from Texas to Maine are considered to be in the “path of totality,” including Erie, Pennsylvania, where Erie Insurance’s Home Office is located. While a solar eclipse doesn’t bring the type of immediate destruction you’d see from other natural...
Is Life Insurance Taxable?
Posted: March 6, 2024
Life insurance is a great way to ensure financial security for your loved ones. However, one question that often arises is whether or not life insurance proceeds are taxable. In general, life insurance proceeds are not taxable, but there are some exceptions to the rule, so let’s explore how different types of policies may be treated for tax purposes. When Is Life Insurance Not Taxable?The...
How to Keep Pets Safe in Cars
Posted: February 29, 2024
Like many of us, you may consider traveling with your pet as a comforting way to get around. So, while you’re on the road with your furry friend, always remember: your pet’s safety is in your hands. In the irregular geometry of your car’s interior, pets can find it difficult to perform their customary acrobatics when responding to sudden g-forces, potentially suffering harm to bones...
ERIE Hosts E-waste Collection Drive
Posted: February 23, 2024
When electronic products are thrown away or disposed of, environmentally harmful chemicals, such as beryllium, cadmium, mercury and lead, can leak from metals in the electronics.An estimated hundreds of millions of tons of e-waste end up in landfills yearly, according to the United Nations.E-waste items include home appliances, communications and information technology devices, home entertainment devices, electronic utilities and office and medical equipment.Recycling works by...