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The NFIP: What homeowners should know
Thursday, September 30, 2021
The National Flood Insurance Program makes flood insurance available to homeowners. Mortgage lenders require many homeowners to purchase the flood coverage. Even if you are not required to purchase flood coverage, it...
What Are Annuities?
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Annuities are investment products designed to offer the owner a steady income stream in the future. Some people buy an annuity when they receive a lump-sum payment from a legal settlement, an inheritance or an employer....
You’re having a cookout: Here’s what you should know
Friday, September 24, 2021
Any time is great for grilling-but is your food safe to eat? Be sure to follow these tips this summer to ensure that you, your family and friends stay safe. Shopping for food When you buy groceries at the store, wait...
Coming or going, ensure your short-term is insured
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
If you plan to rent out your home, you should check that you have certainty of coverage to protect yourself and the property. Homeowners policies are not intended to cover business or commercial use of your home, which...
How Independent Agents Are Different from Captive Agents
Friday, September 3, 2021
When it comes to buying insurance, you have two primary options available to you: independent agents like us, and captive agents. While both can provide insurance services, these two types of insurance agents are not...
Benefits of Using a Dash Cam
Friday, August 6, 2021
More and more people these days are choosing to add dash cams to their vehicles, and for good reason. These small cameras can be highly useful to you, especially in the event that you get a traffic ticket or are...
Swimming Safety: 10 Tips for Summer
Friday, July 2, 2021
Summer is here and people are flocking to the water — whether it’s the beach, a lake, a river or a backyard pool. But, wherever there’s water, there’s also danger. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and...
Why You May Need Personal Offense Coverage
Friday, June 4, 2021
In today’s digital world, slander and libel lawsuits are more common than you may think. Comments made in haste or anger on social media can have lasting and far-reaching effects on a person’s reputation or character,...
Inexpensive Fixes for a Safer Home
Friday, May 7, 2021
Home improvement: It’s a never-ending process for many people, and for those of us who aren’t necessarily handy, it can be a hassle, too. But there are plenty of simple maintenance tasks and other improvements you can...
What you don’t know about floods may hurt you
Monday, May 3, 2021
Melting snow and spring rains mean that there can be a lot of water accumulating, which can cause flooding-even in areas that haven’t been prone to flood in the past. Remember, even if you live in a “1-in-a-500-years”...