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08/02/2022

Great info on credit scores - thanks Montrose Park Advisors !!

What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?

07/26/2022

We get a lot of questions during the summer months about liability with a pool. Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies gives us a great blog post with some added safety measures.

Our best advice? Call us to assess your policy.

Swimming pools can be great fun during the hot days of summer and a perfect venue for outdoor entertaining, BUT they can also be dangerous when certain safety measures are not taken. Broken bones, cuts and bruises, water illness, or worse . . . electrocution and drowning can all occur. Q. Who is typ...

07/21/2022

Great article from our friends at The Hartford !

Looking to start your own business? Here are some ideas - and of course we've got your back when it comes to a business policy!

You might think it's hard to start a small business without a lot of money. However, there are lots of great business ideas that don't need a big investment. We share some of the best businesses you can start even if you don't have a lot of funds.

07/19/2022

Did you know your homeowners policy does not cover flooding?

Thanks to our friends over at Franklin Flood we have a wide assortment of flood products to shop for our clients' needs. Even if you are in a low risk area, it may be worth looking into.

07/15/2022

At 55 mph, a 4-second text takes your eyes off the road while you travel the full length of a football field! Distracted driving can be deadly.

and get free National Safety Council resources at: https://www.nsc.org/justdrive?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=mar_nscddam2022&fbclid=IwAR1mnOrtCqcb-B1KRIemSuqx1nVluZu15eV5WyM32NZhSMHYkYHPPCqsGrs.

07/14/2022

Heard of fire-scaping? Here's some advice from Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies on the matter.

WHAT IS FIRESCAPING? Firescaping is a proactive landscaping technique that involves the selection and placement of plants and landscape accents in a way that helps to reduce the spread of wildfires around your property. The idea is to create fire-safe zones and surround structures with materials tha...

07/12/2022

💭 Dead limbs or trees will often fall during windy summer storms. Pruning trees can prevent costly repairs and headaches down the road.

07/08/2022

Let's talk cyber security. Obviously reach out to us if you want to discuss cyber insurance coverage - but here are some tips on creating strong, unique passwords as a first line of defense to protect yourself from hackers.

Thanks to our friends at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies for sharing!

Passwords have become a crucial component of nearly everything we do online. In our business and personal activities, passwords protect our sensitive information from hackers; but a password is only as strong as you make it.

07/05/2022

💭 Remove the lint trap filter and clean it out before every cycle. It’s quick, easy, and can make a big difference in the performance of your dryer. Cleaning lint from a dryer ultimately protects your home 🏡 from fires as well. Not only can the lint catch fire due to buildup, but if a fire were to start due to other circumstances, the lint would provide fuel, causing the fire to grow.

07/04/2022

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” – Benjamin Franklin

On this special day may we remember our nation’s strong history as we enjoy spending time with family and celebrating an "explosively" exciting fourth of July.

07/02/2022

We're certain many of you are prepping for the holiday, perhaps excited to set off some fireworks. Here's a great article by our friends at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies . LOTS of risk associated with this activity.

Their advice? Leave the fireworks to the professionals.

Fireworks can be exciting and are a staple of summer celebrations, but they are best left to professionals. If you must partake, be sure to know the safety do’s and don’ts.

06/30/2022

With 4th of July only a couple days away (and fireworks likely all weekend) - here's a great resource from our friends at Pets Best Pet Health Insurance

Fireworks on the 4th of July can be fun for people, but frightening and dangerous for pets. Learn 5 tips to keep your pets safe and healthy this summer.