On Saturday, February 3rd, Michele Krisle, owner of TSK Exteriors roofing company in St. Cloud, was arrested after an investigation was performed in conjunction with Florida Peninsula Insurance Company’s Special Investigation Unit (SIU). Ms. Krisle was arrested on counts of Scheme to Defraud, Fraudulent Lien, Grand Theft, and False and Fraudulent Insurance Claim after she presented Florida Peninsula with a false invoice for services which were not completed. A Florida Peninsula policyholder hired Krisle’s company, TSK Exteriors, to make repairs on his roof. TSK Exteriors attempted to have the insured sign an Assignment of Benefits (AOB) form to seek additional monies from Florida Peninsula after the roof repair was complete. When the insured refused to sign the AOB, TSK Exteriors filed a lien against the policyholder’s home for over $17,000. Subsequently, the policyholder reported a roof leak to TSK after their repairs were completed. TSK refused to honor their warranty on the pre ...

Super Bowl 52 will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2018. It is estimated, nearly 45 million Americans host Super Bowl parties each year. Regardless of the teams playing, many like to use the game as a reason to get together with friends and family. When hosting people at your home, safety should be the main priority. To host a safe Super Bowl party, consider these tips:   Prepare your Home Clear your walkways, staircase, and driveway of obstacles which could lead to guests injuring themselves on your property. First Down on Food Be sure to have several food options for your guests to choose from. Follow food-handling procedures and store food at proper temperatures. Never leave the kitchen or grill unattended while cooking. Be sure to visit our Pinterest page for some great Super Bowl-themed food items.   Drink and Serve Responsibly Unfortunately, Super Bowl Sunday is one of the worst days for drunk driving accidents. If you are serving alcohol at your party, arrange for ...

    When you first move into your home, whether it is a fixer upper or in move-in ready condition, you undoubtedly, loved your home. However, after some time, your house can start looking a little worn or dated. February is a month all about love, as such, you should take this month to fall back in love with your home. By making a few changes, you may be able to do so, without it turning into a costly or messy project. There are lots of easy changes you can do to make your house feel like home again, here are a few options for you to consider:   Landscaping   Landscaping is often overlooked however, you do not have to dig up your entire yard or spend thousands of dollars to revitalize your landscaping. Adding some new plants, flowers, and pots can make a huge difference in the look outside your home. For some great gardening and landscaping ideas, visit our Pinterest page.   Paint A new coat of paint can make a huge difference in the look of your house. If re-painting the e ...

With your home being one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime, it is important your home is properly insured for all its worth. A study conducted by Marshall & Swift, determined nearly two out of every three homes in the United States are underinsured. Upon reviewing your policy, you may find your current policy will only insure a percentage of the replacement value of your home. In the unfortunate event of a total loss, a gap in coverage could lead to a severe financial loss. What you need to know to make the right coverage choices:   Market Value vs Replacement Costs - Know the Difference Many believe their coverage limits are based on the market value of their home, as opposed to the replacement cost of the structure. When you insure your home based on its market value, you run the risk of having insufficient coverage. Market values are based on factors such as location, neighboring properties, school zones, and property taxes. However, these factors do not have ...