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  • Important Insurance Deadlines

    We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. As the end of the year approaches, there are several deadlines approaching that may affect you. Open enrollment for health insurance through the Marketplace ends December 15.  After that time, you will not be able to enroll in health insurance for 2018 unless you […]

    December 4, 2017

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    Why Today’s Homes Burn Faster

    From building materials to furnishings, many of the things in your home likely aren’t as flame-resistant as those from yesteryear. A fire in a modern home is a “perfect storm,” according to safety consulting and certification company UL (Underwriters Laboratories). Larger homes, more open layouts, new construction materials and other factors mean fires burn more […]

    November 27, 2017

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    Ride Safe with These Motorcycling Tips

    Motorcycle riders are far more likely than people in cars to be seriously injured or killed in a crash — but keeping safety in mind can reduce your risk. There are many benefits to motorcycles — they get great gas mileage, they can make your commute easier, and it’s almost never a problem finding a […]

    November 6, 2017

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    How to Lower Your Auto Insurance Bill

    It’s easy to lower your insurance costs — especially if you have a great driving record, or don’t mind having higher deductibles. Who doesn’t want to pay less for car insurance? Billions of dollars are spent on ad campaigns to convince you to “switch and save” — but the truth is, many people can find […]

    October 23, 2017

  • Current Insurance News

    Here’s some information we thought you might find useful:   Attention Ride-Share Drivers! Did you know that your insurance policy might contain coverage gaps?  This could end up costing you lots of money if an accident occurs.  Call us for a quick & easy policy review to make sure you are properly insured.     […]

    October 6, 2017

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    Do You Need Umbrella Insurance?

      One of the most certain things in life is uncertainty. Your dog could bite the neighbor’s kid. Your teen driver could hit a cyclist. A guest could fall down your stairs. A rainy morning commute on worn-out tires could result in a multi-car accident. And you could be held liable to others for the […]

    September 28, 2017

  • Insuring Jewelry: How to Know if Your Coverage is Enough

    A ring from a loved one. A bracelet handed down through generations. A watch or necklace marking a special occasion. Every reason why you treasure a piece of fine jewelry is a reason why it should be insured. However, calling it “jewelry insurance” may be a stretch. You don’t need a separate policy to insure […]

    September 12, 2017

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    How to Choose the Right Life Jacket

    You can lower your risk of drowning by wearing a life jacket — but it can’t be just any life jacket. To truly be effective, a life jacket needs to be the right type and fit correctly. You probably know you should wear a life jacket when you’re on the water, and you probably know […]

    August 28, 2017

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    Three Ways a Pool May Affect Your Homeowners Insurance

    That oh-so-covetable experience of taking a dip in your very own pool? Millions of American households enjoy it, at least when the weather’s nice. With the summer heat ratcheting up, you may be coming down with a serious case of pool envy, obsessed with having a pool right outside your door for cooling off and […]

    August 14, 2017

  • Helpful Hurricane Prep Tips

    Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30.  Are you prepared?  In this blog, we will discuss flood insurance, evacuation zones, and emergency kits.   Flood Insurance The region we live in is called Tidewater & it definitely lives up to the name. Most people are not aware that their renter’s or homeowner’s insurance policies […]

    July 27, 2017