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Posted in General, Home
The holidays are a perfect time for getting together with family and friends. Rarely do we consider how our festive decorations could put us at risk for injury or fire. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that every year more than 15,000 injuries involving holiday decorations are seen in emergency departments nationwide during November and December. These reminders can go a long way to keeping your family safe during the holiday season.
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From clothes to appliances and even groceries, almost anything can be purchased online — and many of us are doing just that. In fact, 95% of Americans have reported to shopping online at least yearly1. As we continue to shift toward this trend, the amount of fraud and/or identity theft incidences are increasing. In 2016, cyber criminals stole from 15.4 million Americans, up 16 percent since 2015. In total, they stole $16 billion — more than $1,000 per victim2.
The next time you buy online, follow these tips to protect yourself from falling victim to fraud or theft.
Posted in General, Business
What do most small businesses, including contractors, hair stylists and florists have in common? They likely use technology to run their business. Any company that has a website, email system, or stores confidential information electronically, needs cyber liability coverage.
Posted in General, Auto, Home
As an auto or home policyholder, many of us forgo reading the fine print when it comes to our policies. We rely on our independent agent to help us choose the right coverage based on our needs. However, as you meet with your agent, you may want to discuss what your current policy covers so you are not surprised if you file a claim.
Posted in General, Home
A standard homeowners’ policy covers three areas: structure, belongings and liability. We break each of these down for you so you are better prepared when meeting with your independent agent.
Posted in General, Home
In the event you experience a loss to your home, whether it be by fire, tornado, flood, burglary or other event, having a home inventory list can help ease your situation and provide peace of mind that any valuables lost will be replaced.