Most of us avoid thinking about what would happen in the event of a death of a close relative - or even - ourselves. The lack of thought causes a lack in planning, which can burden those we leave behind. In a recent survey, 42% of Americans indicted that they are concerned about burdening others [...]
Are you thinking about adding a furry member to your family? The BISSELL Pet Foundation is hosting its annual Empty the Shelters campaign tomorrow, May 5th! The BISSELL Pet Foundation is a funder and works through area shelters to sponsor adoption fees and find homeless pets forever homes. Tomorrow, the foundation will pay the adoption [...]
If you are anything like me you have probably heard of disability insurance but never given it much thought. We tend to think that only those in physically risking jobs, like construction, need to worry about it. The truth is, over 90% of disabilities in the United States are caused by illnesses, not accidents. This [...]
While Airbnb can be a great way to meet new people and earn extra cash, there are a few risks and exposures you should consider before committing. Our friends at J.M. Wilson created an informative article explaining the potential insurance risks when opening up your home. Read it here. Still have questions? We are happy to [...]
We all know the saying - April showers bring May flowers! Follow these simple tips to ensure that you are driving safely in rain storms. Turn your lights on. Yes, even in the middle of the day! A great rule of thumb to follow is: if the rain is on, your lights should be on! [...]
General Liability Insurance is essential for small contracting businesses. This coverage protects against accidents involving the company or its employees. The type of liability coverage you may need depends on your line of work. A brief overview is below. As always, contact us to talk about what coverage options are best for you! Product Liability: [...]
April 11th is a day to celebrate those furry members of your family! If you have a cat or a dog, it may be a great time to consider pet insurance as well. According to Statista (https://www.statista.com/statistics/198086/us-household-penetration-rates-for-pet-owning-since-2007/), pet ownership has increased from 2015/2016 to 2017/2018 by 3%. While the trend is generally on an upward [...]
Whether you travel regularly for work or you are planning a spring vacation, travel safety should be a priority. While you don’t want to dwell on the “what-ifs,” it is important to be prepared for the worst should something not go according to plan. Here are a few things to keep in mind while traveling: [...]
April Showers bring - homeowner trouble! Are you prepared for the upcoming rain showers? Here are three tips to help you get prepared! Clean your gutters. Though you probably cleaned out your gutters in the fall, late autumn leaves may have nestled in and spent the winter harbored in your gutters. Take a moment to [...]
In light of Valentine’s Day, I would like to share a quick story with you about love (and insurance) gone wrong. Kevin bought a beautiful engagement ring for his girlfriend, Jessica, in December. He had heard about people insuring their rings so he decided to add it to his policy. Kevin stashed the ring in [...]
