Blogs
Thanksgiving Safety Check
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the dinner table in the company of family and friends and be thankful for all that you have. Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with unattended cooking as the leading contributing factor. Keep your holiday full...
Fire Safety Tips
Working smoke alarms reduce the chances of dying in a fire by 50 percent. Nearly 87 percent of all fire-related deaths are due to home fires, which spread rapidly and can leave families with as little as two minutes to escape once an alarm sounds. Check smoke alarms....
Do Stay-at-Home Parents Need Life Insurance?
Parent. Its official definition ought to be, “Caretaker of child. Synonyms: nanny, tutor, launderer, chauffer, coach, nurse, therapist, chef . . . ” And the list goes on. This definition especially applies to a stay-at-home parent (SAHP). While SAHPs may not pull down...
Routine Vehicle Maintenance
Cars are essential to our everyday lives. When you need to head to work or the market, you walk out to your car and expect it to start right up. To keep your car running and avoid potentially costly breakdowns, you should get into the habit of conducting these regular...
Do You Have a Smart Home?
Smart technology and devices continue to revolutionize how we live. Most people want to stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies. It is estimated that there will be over 73 million smart homes by 2021. So if you want to be one of these trend setters, you...
Pan-Mass Challenge
People. Teamwork. Support. Dedication. Hope. MAPFRE Insurance is the Official Auto Insurance Provider of the Pan-Mass Challenge Donating to the Pan-Mass Challenge makes you eligible for a 5% discount on any new or existing MAPFRE Insurance Massachusetts auto insurance...
Things To Do While Social Distancing
During these unprecedented times, we are all on edge. Social distancing helps slow the spread of the virus, but it also makes us stir crazy! Everett & Sons Insurance Agency has prepared a few ideas that will keep you and your family entertained! 1. Garden...
COVID-19 Customer Updates
MAPFRE stands with our policyholders, and is committed to helping policyholders facing difficulties as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your insurance policy or billing, please contact our team to discuss how we...
Spring Showers in Waltham Massachusetts
After a cold, dark winter most people look forward to the sights and sounds of the spring. But with the warmer months also comes the potential for heavy rains, which can lead to slippery driving and property damage. So what can a homeowner do to help avoid the hassle...
New Massachusetts Distracted Driving Law
With distracted driving a growing problem, Massachusetts has passed a new law banning the use of handheld electronic devices while driving, barring looking at text, videos or images while driving. Drivers may continue to use electronics in “hands-free” mode. The law...
Lower Costs, Not Coverage on Your Auto Insurance
Auto insurance advertising is everywhere – from your mailbox to online to TV, you frequently hear promises about saving by switching to another company. Everyone wants to save money, but what many insurance shoppers don’t realize is that their “discounted” rate may...