Unemployment Insurance Fraud
Posted: May 3, 2021
Unemployment insurance fraud is spreading fast. Consumers should be aware that these criminals are taking auto insurance policies out in the names of unaware citizens and using the ID card for Identification to establish an unemployment insurance account. If you get a policy sent to you in your name that you didn't take out or an unemployment claim notice that you didn't file, you should...
Ways to Help Prevent Home Theft
Posted: July 17, 2014
Burglars will not find your home an "easy mark" if they are forced to work in the light, if they have to take a lot of time breaking in, or if they cannot break in without making a lot of noise. Research shows that if it takes more than four or five minutes to break into a home, the burglar will go elsewhere. Most...
Spring Ahead With These Home Maintenance Tips
Posted: March 10, 2014
Spring cleaning and spring maintenance tips go hand in hand. Take a cue from the tips below and spruce up your gutters as you spruce up your rose garden. Inspect your smoke detectors, and make sure that there is one on each floor of your home. Test them monthly, and change the batteries annually or as needed. Check the light bulbs in all your fixtures...
Your Guide to Insurance Needs Following a Divorce or Separation
Posted: January 17, 2014
Whether you are married or living with a partner, the process of ending a relationship can be extremely complicated. Many aspects of your life will be affected, including your insurance needs, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “When discussing the financial aspects of a divorce or a break-up, insurance considerations should be a key component in ongoing and final decisions,” said Jeanne M. Salvatore, senior vice...
Super Bowl Party Playbook
Posted: January 10, 2014
As millions of Americans prepare to host and attend Super Bowl parties, many may be unaware of the risks they may be taking. Party hosts need to understand their responsibilities when inviting people into their homes and serving food and drinks. Before hosting a party for the big game homeowners may want to consult with their insurance agent and ask questions. They need to be...