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5 Grilling Safety Tips for Summer Barbecues

Summer is here and that means it’s time to crowd around the grill and spend the afternoon barbecuing with friends and family. But before you get the burgers and buns out, it’s important to note...

Your Child is Going to College, Will Your Homeowners Insurance Cover Them?

Summer break has just begun and that means many parents all across the country are in the early stages of preparing to ship off their kids to college for the first time this August. It...

How to Safeguard Your Kitchen Against Accidents and Injuries

The kitchen is known as the nucleus of the house. Whether it’s a studio apartment or large five-bedroom sprawling family house, the kitchen is the hub of whoever’s is living there. It’s not just for...

Celebrate Mother’s Day With These Mom-Approved Home Improvement Projects

Mother’s Day is already here and it’s the perfect time to show Mom you love her in a number of ways. One way you can show some appreciation is by thinking outside the box and...

5 Simple Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Going “green” and living a more sustainable life has moved beyond being a fad and more of a reality with the push for better emissions and understanding the effects of our collective carbon footprint in...

Home Improvements You Can Make for a Happy Valentine’s Day

As you prepare for Valentine's Day, one of the most important decisions you'll make is how you’ll spend the day with your sweetheart. The best gesture is to gift something so special and unique or...

Homeowners: What to Do if You Get Completely Snowed In

Winter is upon us, and in states like Connecticut that are no stranger to harsh winters, there's always the chance that a strong storm could leave us temporarily snowed in. This might not be the...

Snowstorm Coming? Make Sure You’ve Reinforced Your Roof

We're in the dead of winter, and on the East Coast, you know what that means: blizzards. Is a snowstorm on its way? Ice and snow can cause severe damage to your roof, so be...

Our Guide for a Personal Year-End Insurance Review

It’s that time of year again! The end of a calendar year means many things, and one of them means looking forward to what the next year has in store for you and your family....

Party-Hosting Liabilities for Private Gatherings

"Social host liability" is the legal term for the criminal and civil responsibility of an individual who provides liquor to a guest. Social host liability can have serious consequences for those who hold the party....

The Snow is Coming: Do You Know How to Safely Shovel Snow?

Clearing the driveway after a snowstorm isn't just a tedious chore; it can actually be dangerous if you don't do it carefully. Moving a heavy shovel full of snow repeatedly without proper form can put...

Have a Happy Holiday by Avoiding These Common Thanksgiving Claims and Disasters

The holiday season is now in full swing! However, though we may be entering the most wonderful time of the year, the festive holiday family gatherings come along with a side of risks. Within all...

Would These Famous Horror Movie Houses Be Insurable?

Not all homes are the same, and consequently not all homeowners insurance coverage plans should be the same. Depending on the state of your home, what features it has, how old it is, and whether...

Preparing Your Home for the Fall and Winter

As the weather becomes cooler in the fall and winter, it's a great time to check for places where heat is escaping your home or cold air is getting in. Doing a check for some...

The Dangers of Fire and Lightning to Your Home This Summer

For the past three weeks, we've been discussing some of the most common sources of homeowners insurance claims. This week, we want to focus on two types of claims that grow in frequency over the...

How to Protect Your Home Against Property Damage

No one plans for their home to get damaged, but accidents happen. One out of every 15 U.S. homeowners insurance policyholders files a claim on their homeowners insurance each year, and standard property damage claims...