June 28th marks National Insurance Awareness Day,
a day meant to pause and evaluate your home and auto insurance policies!
Inspired by the day, we’ve asked professionals from our Underwriting Team
what items they wish more people would consider insuring. The results may
surprise you – and get you thinking about valuables you didn’t know you could
insure! Continue reading to learn more
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5 Safety Tips for Driving in Heavy Rain
Summertime
Doesn’t Only Bring Sunshine and Blue Skies
While
we’re all excited for the beautiful weather that
comes with the summer season, we can’t forget about the unfavorable weather.
Travel can be quite difficult in heavy rain and those who must be on the roads
should proceed with caution to ensure they make it to their destination safely.
Keep reading for 5 helpful tips to keep you safe
12 Last-Minute Holiday DIY Ideas
Did the Holidays Sneak Up on You This Year?
The holidays have a way of seeming ages away only
to pop up on the calendar the following week. While you may have had big plans
to go all out decorating your home with festive decor, baking enough cookies to feed a
small army, and finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list,
time can slip away from even the most-prepared among us. Have no
7 Safety Tips for Driving in Freezing Rain
Getting Ready to Drive in Winter
Weather Means More Than Just Preparing for Snow
If you live in a cold climate, then you know the stressful
and – at times – heart pounding experience that comes with driving in winter weather conditions. While the
thought of driving during the colder months may conjure the mental image of
driving through several feet of snow, an equally hazardous condition
8 Ways to Help Lower Energy Costs
When it comes to saving money, you might not
realize there are simple adjustments you can make in your home right now to help you
save big on your energy bills. Continue reading below to learn about eight ways
to help lower your energy costs! 1. <!–[endif]–>Check Seals on Windows,
Doors, and Appliances One way to lower your energy bill is to make
sure the seals on
Things to Know When Renting an Apartment in the Winter
Winter in New York State can bring a slew of
situations with your apartment that you might not think about during the warmer
months of the year. When the snow falls and the temperature drops, questions
about things like snow removal, heating, property maintenance, and parking may come to
mind. Continue reading for things to know when renting an apartment in the
winter.
Snow
Removal
&
Preparing Your Home for Winter
The winter brings some wonderful things: beautiful natural
scenery, cozy clothing, fuzzy blankets and holiday spirit. But winter
in New York is perhaps best known for cold and brutal weather conditions.
Preparing your home for the colder months ahead of time can save
you headaches later. The last thing you’ll want to deal with in the winter is
an emergency… like frozen pipes
Budget-Friendly Holiday Décor Ideas
With the holidays upon us, you might be thinking of ways to get your home a little more festive without surpassing your holiday budget! Don’t worry, decorating for the holidays doesn’t have to break the bank! We have curated a list of budget-friendly holiday décor ideas for the whole family. Keep reading to learn more. Salt Dough OrnamentsA great way to add a personal touch to your holiday
What Is an Insurance Score?
Learn
More About Insurance Scores, How They Affect Your Premiums, and How to Raise
Your Score.
While most people are aware of what a credit
score is and have a general idea of how it is calculated, fewer people
understand what an insurance score is and how it impacts their premiums.
What Is an Insurance Score?
An
insurance score – or insurance credit score – is a
Preparing Your Vehicle for Winter Weather
Winter Weather in New York is Inevitable. Read These Tips to Best Prepare Your Vehicle for Slippery Conditions.
If you’ve experienced a winter in the northeast,
then you know how challenging driving can be. Between black ice, slush, snow
flurries and blizzards, there is much to be alert to while hitting the road
during the winter. Being prepared for anything is key, and this preparation