Steps to transform Stress into Success

What if you could take stress and turn it into success. Wouldn’t that be a better way to use your energy? Sometimes a simple shift in the way we direct our energy and focus can radically alter the way we experience life. Often times, we don’t really need more time and energy. We just need to shift the way we are using what we already have. Let’s look at three specific ways that we can create a shift away from stress and toward success.

Accept the fact that some things can’t be changed

We can’t change the past, period. Worrying about it will only create unnecessary stress. One of the best things you can do for yourself is accept that fact. Everything that has happened in your life up to this point is history, it’s completely unchangeable. One of the biggest ways to waste your time and is to fret over the past; it’s gone so let it go.

Make a list of any past events, situations, relationships, or mistakes that you feel bad about or that cause you stress. Write them all down along with the negative feelings attached to them. When you are done, read each item and then ask yourself: “What do I need to do to get closure here?” If you need to apologize to someone, go do it. Most of the time all you need for closure is to let it go.

Accept the fact that some things can always be changed

One thing that you can always change is your perception of, and reaction to, everything that happens in your life. It’s your life, you own it and that means that you have the power and the freedom to decide the meaning and value of every experience.

The next time you feel like “reacting” instead of responding, ask yourself: “What else could this mean?” Then come up with three alternate meanings and choose the one that feels the most empowering. Now respond to that. Doing this will transform a stressful reaction into a successful response.

Don’t let other people’s problems become your problems

Some people are just a disaster looking for a place to happen. One way to avoid getting stressed out along with them is to simply get out of their way. If someone is in a bad mood, do your best to stay away from them. If the driver behind you is tailgating, pull over and let them pass. It’s their problem, but taking it personally will make it your problem too.

Review the most common scenarios where you have allowed other people to stress you out. Now devise an alternate strategy that you can use the next time that situation arises. Make sure it is a strategy that allows you to remain emotionally neutral. Rehearse that strategy in your mind so you can easily implement it next time. Contact All Nevada Insurance today!

Don’t forget home insurance costs when home buying

It’s easy to get caught up in the “how much house can I afford” game when you begin your quest to become a homeowner. But don’t forget to factor in the cost of things like property taxes and homeowner’s insurance when purchasing a new home.

On a home valued at $230,000, you can expect to shell out nearly $1,500 per year in certain states for insurance in addition to your mortgage payment and taxes. The same $230,000 home could cost over $5,000 annually to insure if it’s on the coast and subjected to hurricanes. Homeowner’s insurance costs vary greatly from state to state, with the average policy running at around $800 annually.

Be sure to keep that in mind as you shop, and make sure you get multiple quotes from different providers, just as you would a mortgage. Typically, homeowner’s insurance costs are overlooked as borrowers focus on the bigger things like the mortgage. So what are you getting for the money anyways? The standard homeowner’s insurance policy is separated into two basic categories of coverage: property and liability. These two categories are further broken down into six separate types of coverage. Many more options or additions can be purchased if necessary.

PROPERTY COVERAGE

1. Coverage A – This covers your “dwelling” or the actual house. You want to insure your house for it’s full value at “replacement cost.” Settle for nothing less.

2. Coverage B – “Other Structures” insures structures not attached to your home. Picture a detached garage or a shed, which can be connected by a fence or utility line. You will be insured for 10% of your coverage “A” amount. If your house is insured for $200,000, your shed is insured for an additional $20,000 (totaling $220,000).

3. Coverage C – Personal Property or contents. This is your “stuff.” You are insured for 50% of coverage “A” under this section (in addition to the “A” and “B” limits, totaling $320,000 for property damage on your policy. This concept is known as “stacking” coverage.

4. Coverage D – Loss of Use. Loss of use coverage will pay your additional living expenses in the event your home is deemed unlivable as a result of a covered claim (a fire for example). If your normal living expenses are $1,500 per month and they are increased to $2,200 per month as a result of your house burning down, the insurance company will pay ONLY the $700 difference until your house is repaired or you have found new living quarters, whichever occurs first.

LIABILITY COVERAGE

5. Coverage E – Personal Liability. Your insurance company will pay up to the policy limits for damages you’re liable for. Picture someone slipping on your icy driveway and injuring themselves.

6. Coverage F – Medical Payments to Others – This coverage is intended to keep you from being sued. Perhaps your dog bites the neighbor’s kid. This coverage will pay for resulting medical bills without having to prove “fault.” It is good will gesture coverage for when accidents happen. Of course, if your neighbor is not satisfied, they retain the option to sue you.

Before you head out, you’ll want to secure the reliable protection that will leave your home and belongings safe. Get started on your home insurance policy that will protect your future and finances – Call All Nevada Insurance today!

Reasons People Don’t Buy Life Insurance

While most people need this coverage, many don’t purchase it. We take a look at why.

Being a responsible adult means that you make your bed every morning, pay bills on time, and ensure that your loved ones are financially safeguarded if you unexpectedly leave them behind. For the latter, this doesn’t mean that you need a savings account that rivals the 1 percent. Life insurance coverage offers protection for your family’s future!

Not everyone needs life insurance. If you don’t have dependents, there is little reason to purchase a policy that is designed to protect dependents once you pass. However, many Americans, who need this insurance, are lacking this protection! Take a look at why.

  • Cost
    Life insurance has the misconception that it’s too expensive to be affordable for every family. The rate is determined by your age, your health, if you smoke, the type of life insurance, the extent of coverage. Talk to your insurance agent to find the best rate for you – it is possible to get coverage within your budget.
  • Youth
    Millennials are notorious for thinking about future circumstances. While they may be healthy and young now, 5 to 30 years down the road, life insurance protection is incredibly valuable.
  • Current Assets
    What form are those assets in at the moment? If they’re liquid, your beneficiaries can convert them into cash should the need arise. If they are mostly non-liquid, such as real estate, your loved ones won’t have instant access to funds. Life insurance allows your loved ones to hold onto those non-liquid assets while providing them cash to pay off debts that require immediate attention.
  • Unpleasantness
    Most of us don’t like thinking about death (who would’ve known?). Almost 30 percent of people gave that as a reason for not buying life insurance. If your family is left financially strained after your passing, it will be severely unpleasant for them. Take action now.

Finding the right life insurance for you at the right cost is simplified by talking to the professionals at All Nevada Insurance!

What’s in a Business Owner’s Policy

Insurance companies selling business insurance offer policies that combine protection from all major property and liability risks in the package. (They also sell coverages separately.) One package purchased by small and mid-sized businesses is the business owner’s policy (BOP). Package policies are created for business that generally face the same kind of degree and risk. Larger companies might purchase a commercial package policy or customize their policies to meet the special risks they face.

BOPs Include:

  1. Property insurance for buildings and contents owned by the company – there are two different forms, standard and special, which provides more comprehensive coverage.
  2. Business interruption insurance, which covers the loss of income resulting from a fire or other catastrophe that disrupts the operation of the business. It can also include the extra expense of operating out of a temporary location.
  3. Liability protection, which covers your company’s legal responsibility for the harm it may cause to others. This harm is a result of things that you and your employees do or fail to do in your business operations that may cause bodily injury or property damage due to defective products, faulty installations, and errors in services provided.

BOPs do NOT cover professional liability, auto insurance, worker’s compensation or health and disability insurance. You’ll need separate insurance policies to cover professional services, vehicles and your employees. Contact us today for further information!

Insuring a Coupe vs. a Sedan

Decide on which ride is best for you.

Don’t ever judge a book by its cover! Conventional wisdom might suggest that a bright and attractive coupe might be more to insure than your run-of-the-mill family sedan. However, it’s always important to remember that a lot more goes into calculating car insurance premiums. Aesthetics are just the tip of the iceberg; statistics play a heavy part, as well.

What’s the difference between a coupe and sedan?

This definition is actually fairly simple! A sedan is typically referring to a vehicle with four doors, while a coupe suggests just having two doors. The word coupe actually stems from the French word for “cut” referring to the traditional way that original coupes “cut out” the rear seating areas completely.

Recent coupe models now have the best of both worlds.

They have two rows of seating while also keeping the sleek two-door appearance that drivers love. The coupe is starting to change to appeal to a larger market by increasing backseat legroom. However, sedans almost always offer a roomier backseat than its counterpart.

How well does your car protect its riders?

A car’s safety features can help keep passengers safe while also helping you cash in on discounts on your premium. The idea that you’ll be less likely injured in a crash is both important to you and your insurance company. Theoretically, if your coupe tends to protect passengers more efficiently than a rival sedan, the coupe could pay less for coverage.

How expensive is it to repair or replace your vehicle?

Accidents are far more common than we’d like to admit. It’s the insurance provider’s responsibility to try to make things correct again. Because of that, insurers will consider how pricey repair and replacement costs may be after a major accident. Whether it’s a coupe or sedan is less important than the overall cost of replacement.

Now that you know what type of factors play into the cost of insurance, be sure that you secure the right policy for your needs. At All Nevada Insurance, we’re dedicated to giving each driver the coverage they can count on. Visit us today to get started.

Healthy Office Snacks for an Energized Team

Offering a selection of healthy snacks helps your team to stay on point.

You expect your staff to spend a lot of time at the office, so why not try to make the most of it? Offering tasty and healthful snacks can help keep energy, spirits, and productivity up – all at relatively little cost to your business. What kind of snacks are best for the office? Use this guide to the top healthy choices for stocking your breakroom.

Fruit & veggies

It shouldn’t be surprising that fresh fruits and vegetables are nutritionists’ top picks for healthy snacking. Most Americans aren’t getting enough servings of these crucial food groups, so by offering them, you can help your team overcome this deficit. If you’re having trouble keeping fresh produce in stock, consider unsweetened dried fruit. Packed with fiber and nutrients, this is a fantastic long-lasting option.

Nuts

Help your team fit in their healthy fat and protein by offering mixed nuts. Raw and unsalted nuts will be better for your staff’s health, but offering some roasted or salted options can help mix things up.

Sandwich or rice cake bar

Looking for something customizable? Consider setting up a whole wheat sandwich or brown rice cake bar. Your team can then load up their grain of choice with peanut butter, sliced bananas, or their other favorite toppings.

Water

Switch out the sugary drinks and caffeinated beverages for bottled water. Even being a little dehydrated can wreck havoc with our concentration and energy, so be sure to sip on water throughout the day.

So you can focus on feeding your team, let us focus on covering your hard-to-insure risks. To learn more about how our workers’ compensation programs and products have been serving thousands of insurance agents across the nation, contact All Nevada Insurance today.

Fill Up Your Plate with These Heart Healthy Foods

Heart Healthy Foods

Be good to your heart by piling your plate with these healthy foods.  

The old ticker is not something to take for granted. You may try to be good to your heart on occasion, but sometimes it’s difficult to know where to start. In the United States, heart disease is the number one killer. The good news is that we know a lot about cardiovascular diseases, including some of the best ways in how to prevent them. After plenty of research and studies, it’s certainly clear that healthy eating and living can make a huge difference!

Certain foods can dramatically reduce your heart disease risk, and this good-for-your-ticker diet doesn’t have to be bland or boring. Add these food items to your diet for a healthier heart!

Beans

Eating beans and lentils regularly can lower your risk of heart disease by around 22 percent. They are packed with omega-3, fatty acids, calcium, and soluble fiber. Legumes are high in cholesterol-lowering fiber and are an ideal meat-alternative source of protein.

Berries

Berries are packed full of anti-oxidants, known to be good for the old heart and health in general. Particularly, blackberries and blueberries are great for vascular health due to their high levels of anti-oxidants. They may be small but are very powerful!

Kale

The leafy green is a great source of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that’s known to improve your heart health. It’s also got inflammation-fighting phytonutrients that can help prevent plaque formation in your arteries. Whether you toss it into a salad or smoothie, start adding kale into your daily diet!

Nuts

Did you know that eating nuts every day decreases the risk of dying from heart disease by up to 29 percent? Nuts contain unsaturated fats, which improve cholesterol by lowering “bad” cholesterol and raising the good kind. Walnuts, in particular, contain omega-3 fatty acids, which may prevent blood clots and the development of irregular heart rhythms.

Oranges

Oranges contain pectin, a soluble fiber that basically blocks cholesterol absorption and helps to prevent the scarring of heart tissue. In addition, they contain potassium that can help to keep blood pressure in check.

While you focus on bettering your health, allow the professionals at All Nevada Insurance secure your reliable insurance policies. Visit us in Las Vegas, Nevada today!

Summer Recipe for Your Meatless Monday

Easy Summer Recipe

These homemade quesadillas steal the spotlight!

Meatless Monday is an international movement, encouraging people everywhere to cut out meat for at least one day a week for personal and planetary health! Not only does reducing or eliminating our consumption of meat and dairy benefit the environment, animals, and our health, but it allows us to truly get creative and enjoy different vegetables, grains, proteins, and more!

If you’re looking for a better Meatless Monday dinner than tomato soup and salad, try these delicious quesadillas with homemade cashew cheese.

Ingredients

For the black beans & corn:

  • 1 tablespoon light oil
  • 1/2 an onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 jalapeno, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels, thawed if frozen
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the quesadillas:

  • 4 – 6 large tortillas (flour or corn)
  • 1/2 cup of dairy-free cheese
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 1 small handful cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. To make the black beans and corn: Heat the oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. When hot, sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeño until the onion softens and begins to brown. Now add in the black beans, corn, and spices, and heat through, about 2 minutes.
  2. To assemble the quesadilla: Heat a large dry pan over medium heat. Lay the tortilla down in the pan and let toast for about 1 minute until it’s just starting to get golden spots on the bottom. Flip and now add the toppings to the toasted side of the tortilla. On one half, add some cheese, then top with several spoonfuls of black bean and corn mixture, a sprinkle of diced tomatoes, and garnish with green onions, and cilantro. Use a spatula to fold over the tortilla making a half moon shape. Pat down the tortilla with your spatula so it all sticks together. Cook for about 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 2 minutes on the other side so that the cheese is melted and everything is heated through. Remove from pan and cut into 4 triangles.

From All Nevada Insurance, we hope that you enjoyed this recipe! Be sure to contact us for all of your insurance coverage in Las Vegas, Nevada!

How to Insure Your Home Business

Insure Your Home Business

Running a home-based business isn’t easy, here’s how you can insure it to protect your business equipment.

If you run a business from the comfort of your own home, you may not have enough insurance to protect your business equipment. A standard homeowners insurance policy provides only $2,500 coverage for business equipment, which is likely not enough to cover all of your property associated with your business. As a business, you will likely need coverage for liability and lost income. You put blood, sweat, and tears into your business so insuring it is important for its livelihood.

Regardless of what insurance policy you choose, you need professional liability insurance. Here are the three basic kinds of liability insurance you should consider — depending on the nature of your business.

  1. Homeowners Policy Endorsement

You may not need to take out an entirely different policy. A homeowners policy endorsement just adds protection to your already existing homeowners policy to double your standard coverage for business equipment like computers and printers.

  1. In-Home Business Policy

An in-home business policy provides more comprehensive coverage than the homeowners policy endorsement. In addition to the protection for your business, this policy could reimburse you for the loss of important papers and records. It may even pay for the income you lose if your home is so badly damaged from a covered peril that it forces you to pause your business temporarily.

  1. Business Owners Policy (BOP)

If your business is on the bigger side of things, as far as home businesses are concerned, then homeowners insurance policy and any add-ons won’t exactly cut it. It covers business property and equipment, loss of income, extra expenses, and liability—like the other policies, only on a much grander scale.

Whichever you choose is best for your business, it’s important to realize that not even your business is immune to dangers. Contact All Nevada Insurance, your independent insurance agency, to learn how you can safeguard your hard work with business insurance for your small business.

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