Monday, December 30, 2019
You know it is forbidden, but sometimes it’s so hard to resist. You hear that chime from your pocket or the cup holder and you want to look. You know you shouldn’t but what if it’s something important, like breaking...
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
My house is filled with expensive gifts waiting to be opened. If my home is burglarized, damaged or destroyed, are all these gifts covered under my homeowners policy? It depends on the particular gift. Many homeowners...
Friday, December 20, 2019
Now is the time to prepare to ensure we have a safe winter. Here are a few things to keep in mind to help minimize loss during the colder months: • Your fireplace hasn’t been used in a year. Before you start your first...
Thursday, December 19, 2019
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate has followed the House in passing a federal government funding package (H.R. 1865) that includes three of the top policy priorities of the National Association of Professional Insurance...
Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Is your car covered if someone else is driving? The comprehensive and collision sections of your auto-insurance policy are attached to your car, so most insurance policies with comprehensive coverage will cover your...
Friday, December 13, 2019
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) says private flood insurers reported direct written premium of $644 million in 2018, up 9 percent from 2017 direct written premiums and up 71 percent since 2016....
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Few thoughts kindle feelings of nostalgia quite as readily as memories of sledding: the wind in your face as you tear down a hill-joy and mild panic playing Pong inside your head-followed by the long trudge back to the...
Monday, December 9, 2019
The wind and snow of winter storms can lead to all kinds of problems for homeowners with tree limbs falling, power outages leading to frozen pipes and ice leading to slips and falls. After the storm clears, however,...
Friday, December 6, 2019
The collector car market evolves with each generation. While the Silent Generation started collecting cars, it was Baby Boomers who really got it rolling. They fell in love with the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Ford Mustang,...
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
In the wake of recent floods that have devastated homes and communities across the nation, many Americans remain without flood insurance coverage. Even if you think your property is not at risk, take a moment to...
Monday, December 2, 2019
As we settle into the winter months, what can be cozier than enjoying some time in front of a gently burning fire? According to the U.S. Fire Administration, more than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood stoves...