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You Need Boutique Insurance for Your Boutique Business

It is estimated that there are over 150,000 clothing boutiques in the U.S.1, and that numbered has remained steady since an initial surge of closures in the early stages of the COVID pandemic. However, many in the industry feel there will be a wave of openings in the Summer of 2022. Whether you or a […]

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Don’t Let Lack of Insurance Put the “Pest” in Pest Control

Your pest control company may have plenty of risks that seem obvious. If you have employees, they have risks in the course of their duties, and workers’ compensation is a clear answer for how to cover some of those risks. If you have vehicles, you could certainly put together that you need commercial auto insurance. […]

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Five Tips for Home Fire Preparation and Safety

As a homeowner, you hope never to encounter a fire on your property. Home fires are a common occurrence, taking place about every 93 seconds. Therefore, it is vital to prepare a fire safety plan, should the unexpected arise. Here are a few tips to ensure you and your family are ready in the event […]

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Are You Protected as an HOA Board Member?

In our previous article on this subject, we discussed the concerns homeowners face as they share risk in a Homeowners’ Association (HOA). In this article, we’ll take a look at the concerns that those on the Board of an HOA should have as they consider their own liability. Professional Liability – Making decisions for a […]

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What Kind of Insurance Protects You Against a Lawsuit?

Whether on the road or at home, you do what you can to keep yourself and those around you safe. But accidents happen — and sometimes they can lead to pricey lawsuits. Have you ever considered what you’d do if you were sued for something like accidentally injuring a guest on your property or being […]

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Understanding Replacement Cost on Property Insurance Policies

Unfortunately, many people in our community were again impacted by wildfires in the recent weeks. While not everyone’s property was damaged, it has many people thinking about their insurance should a claim occur. We’ve had many calls from our insureds who wanted to have a better understanding about “Replacement Costs” and what is – or […]

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Spring Forward to Auto Safety 

As the temperatures begin to rise, it can be tempting to take long drives with the windows down or plan vacations to other cities and states. But is your car protected and prepared for more hours spent on the roads? By doing a tune-up on your car, and ensuring your auto insurance is updated, you […]

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Professional Offices – Your Exposures May Surprise You

If you own and/or operate a professional office that offers services like accounting, chiropractic work, dental labwork, etc., you may think that your exposure to claims is more limited than a workplace with frequent physical labor. But in reality, your insurable exposures are just different. Sure, having Businessowners Policy seems obvious, but here are a […]

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Workmanship, Materials, and Recall – Oh My!

Trade contractors have a lot of factors under their control, and many that aren’t as well. So, what happens when there is an issue with their work? Depending on the issue, Contractors Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance might come into play. This coverage is meant to protect them from damages that result from their work, […]

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Understanding Cardiovascular Disease and What It Means

According to the American Heart Association in a 2019 study, nearly half of all adults in the United States – 48% to be exact – have some form of cardiovascular disease. The term “cardiovascular disease” is used to refer to a number of conditions, including heart disease, heart attack, stroke, heart failure, arrhythmia, and heart […]

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