There are two main reasons you would want to insure a personal jewelry item with an inland marine policy (if you’re curious why coverage...

According to an article by the Insurance Information Institute, a combination of increasing urban development in seismically active areas...

From 2005-2009, there were an average of 3,533 fatal drownings annually in the United States. An additional 347 people died each year...

Watch our video to learn more about homeowners coverage limits! Often when we have a new claims representative handling property losses,...

When protecting your home from the unpredictable forces of nature, understanding your insurance policy is crucial. While most people are...

Stop your mail. The United States Postal Service has a handy app for smartphones, and also offers a Hold Mail option on their website...

It is estimated that 3,000 residential fires originate from extension cords each year, and 300 people are killed or injured. More than...

Besides the obvious benefits such as protecting your home and loved ones, did you know preventative measures are a great way to earn...

But, as a consequence of my job in claims, the last neighborly activity gives me pause. What if one of those dogs was to snip at a child...

Many homes today have programmable thermostats, but not every thermostat is as smart as the Nest Learning Thermostat.  Now owned by...

Why do people think insurance is annoying?  Is it because it’s confusing? I agree that insurance can be confusing, even for someone who...

So if metal roofs are so “cool”, why are the overwhelming majority of new residential roof installations fiberglass shingles? Aside from...

One of the most critical components of any home is its roof.  Unfortunately, it is often the most overlooked in terms of regular...

I saw this graphic on Facebook the other day and it made me think about how often my friends and family members ask me this question when...

Whether it be building a deck, painting the house, or just making general household repairs, these homeowners rarely have a day off....

He called me when he was making the online reservation and asked, “Do I need to buy the insurance from U-Haul?” Now, I had advised him in...

Block Annoying Ads Tired of all the flashy annoying ads online?  Me too.  Adblock Plus (adblockplus.org) makes sure the most annoying ads...

Outside of work, most individuals spend time on their laptop surfing the web, e-mailing, or gaming. Laptops are great because they are...

When it’s a small property loss, we can understand why it might have taken so long to file the claim. You thought that missing piece of...

Be sure to read all safety tips from the manufacturer. Check the unit for black mold (if the unit has been used previously). If there is...