--- title: Active Insurance Solutions Blog Posts from 2022 description: Blog posts published by Active Insurance Solutions in 2022 --- # Past Articles ## Published in 2022 * * * [**What to Check Before Buying a Used Car** — With the new car market impacted by shipping delays, many people are choosing to buy used cars lately. And some people only purchase a used vehicle because it saves them money and lets the first owner figure out if it’s a lemon or not (most major problems show up by around 60,000 miles). Here’s a… — Dec 2, 2022](/blog/2022/what-to-check-before-buying-a-used-car) [**Should I Notify My Insurance Company About a New Puppy?** — Having a new puppy join your household can change your life. The snuggles and kisses make getting up in the middle of the night for potty breaks worth it, but in the whirlwind of change, it’s easy to forget some practicalities. For example, should you inform your insurance company about your new… — Nov 4, 2022](/blog/2022/should-i-notify-my-insurance-company-about-a-new-puppy) [**How to Choose the Right Smart Security Camera** — A security camera can help protect your property against intruders or provide evidence in the event of a break-in. But with all the technology available today, it can be tough to figure out which smart security camera is right for you. Here are four points to consider when you shop for a camera for… — Oct 7, 2022](/blog/2022/how-to-choose-the-right-smart-security-camera) [**Things to Know When Shopping for Home and Auto Insurance** — If you’re looking around for home or auto insurance, you may find the process confusing, especially if you’re new to buying coverage and aren’t familiar with the terminology. Here are five essential things you should know when you consider options for your residence or vehicle. — **What Is a…** — Sep 2, 2022](/blog/2022/things-to-know-when-shopping-for-home-and-auto-insurance) [**Grill Safely With These Outdoor Cooking Tips** — Grilling food is a fun pastime, and it’s ideal on those summer days when you don’t want to heat up the kitchen. But every year, there are accidents and home fires because people don’t grill safely. Follow these tips to make sure you and your household don’t become one of those statistics. — **Avoid…** — Aug 5, 2022](/blog/2022/grill-safely-with-these-outdoor-cooking-tips) [**Simple Household Pest Control Methods** — No one likes the thought of having pests in their home, whether they be rodents, cockroaches, ants, or any other common household pests. If pest activity is common in your area, it is important to take steps to prevent them from infesting your home. Try these tips to help keep pests at bay over the… — Jul 8, 2022](/blog/2022/simple-household-pest-control-methods) [**Landscape Maintenance Tips for Your Yard** — You've worked hard to create a beautiful garden for your yard, but there is more to yard maintenance than simply mowing the lawn and watering the plants. There are plenty of other tasks you'll need to complete in order to keep your yard looking its best over the years. Here are a few yard-care jobs… — Jun 3, 2022](/blog/2022/landscape-maintenance-tips-for-your-yard) [**Avoiding Water Issues in Your Home** — Water damage is one of the worst problems that homeowners can run into. Not only can it be incredibly expensive to repair, depending on the extent of the damage, but it can also create the potential for mold and mildew to form. This can pose a serious health risk to you and your loved ones,… — May 6, 2022](/blog/2022/avoiding-water-issues-in-your-home) [**Commonly Overlooked Spring Cleaning Tasks** — Spring is a common time for people to take on all of the cleaning tasks that they put off during the winter. With the weather getting warmer, it's the perfect time to tackle jobs both inside and outside your home. While it's easy to identify many tasks that need to be done, there are some jobs that… — Apr 1, 2022](/blog/2022/commonly-overlooked-spring-cleaning-tasks) [**Upgrading Your Windows - How to Choose What's Best for Your House** — You may not give the windows on your home much thought, but they can actually make a big difference not just in your comfort level, but also in the value of your home. You'll have a wide range of options to choose from, so it is important to evaluate your choices carefully. Here's what you need to… — Mar 4, 2022](/blog/2022/upgrading-your-windows-how-to-choose-what-s-best-for-your-house) * * * - [1](/blog/2022.md) - [2](/blog/2022.md/page-2)