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title: Insurance Blog | Active Insurance Solutions
description: Read the Active Insurance Solutions blog for local, interesting and up-to-date Minnesota insurance news.
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# Active Insurance Solutions Blog

## Active Insurance Solutions

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[**What Seasonal Businesses Should Focus On During Busy and Slow Times** — Many small to mid-size businesses experience some level of seasonality, whether it’s a dramatic surge in sales during the holidays, a slowdown in the summer, or predictable patterns tied to industry cycles. Even if you aren’t a textbook example of a seasonal operation, fluctuating demand can still… — Dec 31, 2025](/blog/2025/what-seasonal-businesses-should-focus-on-during-busy-and-slow-times)

[**What Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Utility Shutoffs** — Owning a home means taking on a wide range of responsibilities, from mortgage payments to seasonal maintenance. One of the most critical, and commonly overlooked, areas of home safety is knowing how and when to shut off your utilities. In a moment of crisis, like a burst pipe or suspected gas leak,… — Oct 6, 2025](/blog/2025/what-every-homeowner-should-know-about-their-utility-shutoffs)

[**How to Insure a Travel Trailer or Camper for the Off-Season** — For many RV and travel trailer owners, the fall and winter months bring road trips to a pause. Whether you store your camper in a garage, on your property, or at a designated facility, it's important to make sure your insurance coverage adjusts with the change in season. — Even when your travel… — Sep 3, 2025](/blog/2025/how-to-insure-a-travel-trailer-or-camper-for-the-off-season)

[**Six Overlooked Items You Should Add to Your Home Inventory** — Creating a home inventory is one of the smartest steps you can take to prepare for the possibility of a future insurance claim. If your belongings are damaged or stolen, a detailed list makes it easier to verify losses and can speed up the claims process. While most people remember to include… — Aug 4, 2025](/blog/2025/six-overlooked-items-you-should-add-to-your-home-inventory)

[**Backyard Safety Tips for Fire, Water, and Everything in Between** — Summer is the perfect season for outdoor entertaining, family cookouts, and poolside relaxation. With more time spent outside comes more exposure to risks that could lead to accidents and insurance claims. From fire pits and pools to trampolines and grills, backyard features should be enjoyed… — Jul 9, 2025](/blog/2025/backyard-safety-tips-for-fire-water-and-everything-in-between)

[**Insurance Tips for First-Time Homebuyers** — Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with a learning curve, especially when it comes to homeowners insurance. With so many options and coverages to consider, it’s important to understand what you're buying and how to make sure your new investment is properly protected.… — Jun 5, 2025](/blog/2025/insurance-tips-for-first-time-homebuyers)

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