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5 Things to do in San Antonio in Fall 2019

Fall is coming, and so are these five exciting events in San Antonio. Touring historic Missions, hunting ghosts, and indulging in good food and beverages are all the perfect way to at least pretend like it’s not 100 degrees outside still.  9/7/19WORLD HERITAGE FESTIVAL TOUR DE LAS MISIONES Mission Park Pavilion | 6030 Padre Drive Tour de Las Misiones is the perfect way to make time for history while learning about San Antonio’s historic Missions. Maybe you haven’t been out

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Back to School Safety for Every Driver

Goodbye, Summer! Hello, Fall. San Antonio-area district schools are now officially back in session, and SOGO is here with a back-to-school safety refresher for parents and non-parents alike. The first-day jitters have all been calmed, and every parent is breathing a sigh of relief that Fall routines are finally here, but aside from all the paperwork and hustle of new beginnings exists the reality that American schools are spending a significant amount of money and time on school safety, so

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Employee Appreciation Ideas for Every Budget

As a business owner, it’s normal to get caught up in metrics and production numbers on a daily basis, but you may be skipping an important step in keeping your employees feeling valued and appreciated. Studies show that making a small effort to show appreciation for your employees can go a long way without breaking the bank. According to a recent Gallup poll, “Acknowledging employees’ best work can be a low-cost endeavor — it can be as small as a

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National Financial Awareness Day: 5 Ways to Improve Your Financial Wellness

It’s National Financial Awareness Day, and we’re here for it! SOGO Wealth & Risk Management has a knack for helping our clients manage their assets, so listen up as we brush up on these simple tips for the everyday adult to make steps toward improving your financial wellness. 1) Determine Your Net Worth – When was the last time you sat down and compared everything you own vs. everything you owe? Figuring out your net worth is a perfect starting point to creating

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Summer School Lesson 3: Employee Benefits

It’s pop quiz time, students! How well-versed are you on employee benefits? In this last SOGO Summer School Lesson, we’re talking about one of the most talked-about subjects when it comes to attracting, recruiting, and retaining talent in the current San Antonio hiring market. These days, employee benefits go way beyond just company lunches and holiday parties. As a business owner, you know you need to take care of your employees in order to keep them, but are you fully covered?

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Summer School Lesson 2: Risk Management

It’s time for SOGO Summer School Lesson 2, and this week, we’re discussing Risk Management. Successful business owners know that growth comes with power, and with power comes risk. It’s the nature of the beast, and you’ve got to be prepared for those corporate risks. Risk Management, by definition, is just that. At SOGO, our agents help you evaluate the risks your company is taking and creates a plan of action to help mitigate those risks. With San Antonio being home

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Summer School Lesson 1: General Liability and Umbrella Insurance

SOGO Summer School is kicking off, and we’re starting with the basics to get you and your business back in the game with ease. Even if you did the summer reading assignment, and you’re already a SOGO business insurance customer, it’s not a bad idea for you to take a few notes in this refresher course, because we’re talking about General Liability Insurance and Commercial Umbrella Insurance, and those are some of the most important subjects for you to have nailed down in

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Enjoy Your Last Summer Fling While We Prep for Your Business Insurance Needs

Just when you were trying to squeeze in that last minute beach trip, you’ve probably also been hit with the wave of back-to-school sales and the stress of new deadlines rolling in every time you turn a corner at work or even at home. Don’t worry, friends. It’s not too late to enjoy one last summer fling before the madness of August arrives, because at SOGO, we’re doing the hard part of business insurance policy shopping for you.  In this

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Five Things You Must Do When Hurricane Season Hits

We’ve been there before. San Antonio residents don’t necessarily feel the first hit of the hurricane, but we do feel the after effects even hours after a hurricane hits the ground. Take a few minutes of planning and care to prepare yourself and your family for the inevitable storms that are bound to hit.  Home You’re probably aware that flood insurance is separate from homeowners insurance on most insurance policies, so the very first thing you need to do is check with your SOGO

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Snap, Crackle, Pop! Five Events for 4th of July in the San Antonio Area

7/4/19 at 11:00AMCITY OF SAN ANTONIO’S FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION 2019 Woodlawn Lake Park | 1103 Cincinnati Avenue The City of San Antonio invites you to one of its most popular parks to this outdoor event packed full of exciting events. Head to Woodlawn Lake Park to participate in some seriously fun activities, including a food fair, a carnival, festive music, and an H-E-B Picnic Basket Giveaway! The U.S. Air Force Band of the West will play classic patriotic tunes,

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