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Home Renovations? Update Your Insurance.

Spring is here and for many that means home renovations! From adding a pool to remodeling the kitchen, many are looking to refresh and renew their home by doing some updates, but you may want to take a moment to consult your insurance agent. Homeowners insurance is dependent on factors such as a home’s size, condition, and the cost to rebuild in the event of a loss. What if those factors change? Home renovations such as adding a deck, or a family room addition can alter the amount of coverage you need. Any [...]

2021-07-27T14:27:39+00:00April 26th, 2021|
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Life Insurance: Employer Vs Individual

Your employer is offering you life insurance? That is great! But… Many employers offer life insurance as a benefit to employees. The type of life insurance, amount of coverage, and cost to the employee vary from business to business but for the most part, employer-provided life insurance is a great benefit. It can be cheaper than the cost of purchasing your own policy due to employer group rates and in some cases, employers will cover some or all of the premium costs. Employer-provided life insurance also helps to cover any end-of-life expenses and [...]

2021-07-27T14:51:55+00:00April 18th, 2021|
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Classic Car Coverage

Classic cars are very different than your typical everyday use vehicle. You likely drive it less frequently and store it more securely. Not to mention all the time, money, and effort you put into maintaining or restoring your classic car. You probably know your car’s value to the nearest dollar and care more than most car owners about every little piece of your classic car. It is important to make sure that your classic car policy includes all the finer points you need. What is a classic car? Classic car insurance can cover [...]

2021-07-27T14:53:11+00:00April 11th, 2021|
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Group VS Independent…Which is right for you?

Group Coverage is health insurance provided to employees by an employer or by an association to its members. Individual Coverage is health insurance you buy on your own, not related to your employer or an association. What is the difference? If you have had or currently have group coverage, then you know how that works. Your employer typically gives you a choice of a few different health insurance plans, pays for some or all of your monthly premium, and automatically deducts your premium from your paycheck. [...]

2021-07-27T14:57:10+00:00April 4th, 2021|
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Pet Safety: Winter Edition

Winter is here and in the northeast that can mean cold winds, snow, and ice. This weather can pose some serious threats to your pet’s health. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind to help keep your furry friends safe throughout the winter season. Know Their Limits. Just like people, pets have a limit to how much cold they can handle based on their health, age, activity level, and breed. Be aware of their tolerance and adjust your routine or activities as needed. Provide Choices. Your pet may prefer different sleeping [...]

2021-07-27T14:58:23+00:00January 17th, 2021|
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New Year, Same Policy?

Last year showed us that we never know what the future can hold, and we should be prepared for anything. As we ring in 2021, consider the things you care about most. What would happen to them if something unexpected were to occur? Would they be fully protected? This is a great time to review your insurance policies and see that everything is up to date and that you have all the coverages you need. Let's run through a quick insurance checklist to see if the basics are covered: Life Insurance Any changes [...]

2021-07-27T15:29:06+00:00January 3rd, 2021|
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How Ordinance or Law Changes Effect Your Insurance!

Building codes constantly change and are regularly updated. Your home may have been in total compliance with the building codes just a few years ago, but now, it may no longer meet your community's current building codes. In fact, it is reasonable to assume that houses built more than 10 years ago likely do not comply with today's ordinances or laws. This is a problem because any lack of compliance, although unintentional and even unknown, could result in a major out-of-pocket expense following a major loss to your home. Your homeowners' policy provides [...]

2021-07-27T15:40:46+00:00December 6th, 2020|
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Controlling Road Rage

It has happened to the best of us. You are on your way to the beach house for the week with your closest family and friends and you are cruising along listening to music and having a good time. When BAM you hit traffic that appears to be 10 miles long. It starts to become hot, your daughter has to pee, your son is complaining he is hungry, and all of a sudden someone cuts you off. ROAD RAGE HITS! Now what? You could put your car into park and get [...]

2021-07-27T15:48:27+00:00August 23rd, 2020|
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How To File An Insurance Claim in 3 Steps

When accidents happen, one of our first concerns is often how much it could cost you. Depending on the severity of the incident and the amount of damage it led to, this can rack up rather quickly. But this is why you have insurance. Insurance is designed to protect you from financial hardship after an accident and the first step in any situation is to file an insurance claim. Insurance claim? An insurance claim is a formal request to your insurance company to receive money to help cover repairs, medical bills, and [...]

2021-07-27T15:49:52+00:00August 9th, 2020|
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Watercraft Safety

Summer is a great time to take the family boat out on the lake for the afternoon. You can find a nice spot to relax, enjoy the water, and just soak up the sun. However, if you are not careful, you could cause an accident. In 2019, the United States Coast Guard reported more than 4,000 boating accidents. These accidents resulted in more than 600 deaths, 2,500 injuries, and $55 million in property damage. Staying safe and being prepared can be vital to a good time out on the lake! Wear A [...]

2021-07-27T15:59:15+00:00July 12th, 2020|
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