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Fun Facts About Your Thanksgiving Meal in Massachusetts
Although turkey is somewhat synonymous with Thanksgiving dinner it's not all about the Turkey. For many, folks are most grateful for the side dishes, appetizers and the pies. In Massachusetts the most searched recipe on Thanksgiving? Cheesecake. Making cheesecake is...
Tips to Prepare Your Car for Winter
Daylight Saving Time has ended, you’re digging out your boots, you crave comfort food… these are all sure signs that, in the words of everyone’s favorite show, winter is coming. Despite maybe wanting to hibernate, chances are you will need to venture out. This means...
How to Renew Your Renters Insurance Policy: Tips and Best Practices
Renewing your renters insurance policy may not be at the top of your to-do list, but it's an important step in maintaining your financial protection. Here are some tips and best practices to follow when renewing your renters insurance policy: Start Early: Don't wait...
Winterizing Your Home – Inside and Out!
With temperatures falling across many parts of the country, it’s a good time to start thinking of preparing your home for harsh winter conditions like snow and ice. This process, called winterization, is usually performed in the fall before excessive cold arrives....
Cyber Security Tips for Businesses and Personal Use
Cybersecurity has never been more important than it is now. As we spend more time online, we’re often creating and sharing more of our personal data. And if this data falls into the wrong hands, private and financial information could be at risk. So, for businesses...
MAPFRE and MassDOT: Celebrating 20 Years!
MAPFRE Insurance and the MassDOT Highway Assistance Program are celebrating a milestone anniversary! This August marks 20 years since MAPFRE and MassDOT teamed up to help keep Massachusetts drivers and roadways safe – free of charge and regardless of their insurance...
Common Reasons Why Insurers Deny Life Insurance Claims
The primary purpose of life insurance is to protect family members financially after their loved one’s death. However, a life insurance policy is not offering guaranteed protection. In many cases, insurance companies keep their promise and pay the benefits to the...
Smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips
While most home owners know the importance of having smoke alarms, almost three out of five fire fatalities from 2014 to 2018 happened in properties with no alarms or where alarms failed to operate, according to a report by the National Fire Protection Association. In...
Understanding the Differences Between Renters Insurance and Homeowners Insurance
Renters insurance and homeowners insurance are two types of insurance policies that provide protection for different types of properties. Understanding the differences between these policies can help you choose the right one for your needs. Here are the key...
Insuring Your Jewelry and Other Valuables
Are you planning on gifting (or getting) jewelry anytime soon? Maybe you inherited your father’s old pocket watch or firearm. Or, maybe you just splurged on an expensive painting or sculpture to decorate your new place. If you own any type of valuable item that is...
How to Dog-Proof Your Car
One of our favorite nice weather activities is to get in the car, roll down the windows and hang your head out the window while you go for a ride. We’re talking about your dog of course! Unfortunately, dogs can be ruff on your car. Riding around in cars with dogs...
Smartphone apps drive gig workers, parents to distraction
Gig-economy workers are 4 times as likely as other drivers to use smartphone apps regularly while driving, a new survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. “The explosion of smartphone features and services has not only created new forms of driver...
Freshen Up Your Home and Insurance Policies This Spring
The flowers are blooming, the birds are serenading, and the house still feels like it's stuck with the winter blues. Spring cleaning is a tradition that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the often-hectic seasons of spring and summer. It can...
How to Find the Right Repair Shop
Whether you need new tires, exhaust system work or just need routine maintenance like an oil change, getting your vehicle back in working order should not be a headache. You’ll want to find a competent, trustworthy repair shop while also not breaking the bank. There...
11 Ways to Keep Your Identity Safe This Tax Season
What Cybercriminals Don’t Want You to Know Thieves are working extra hard this tax season to steal your information and gain access to your money. These cybercriminals use email and phone scams to trick taxpayers into revealing valuable information. In a tax tip...
What Is Umbrella Insurance and Why Should I Buy It?
You may already have auto or homeowners insurance but have you ever considered adding an extra layer of protection to your policies? If so, you might want to add on Umbrella Insurance. What is Umbrella Insurance? Umbrella Insurance is a type of personal liability...
Walking Your Dog at Night
Remember these safety tips when walking your dog at night. Always use a leash This one is non-negotiable. Even if you live in an area without much traffic, and your dog has an excellent recall, you should always leash up at night. Just like humans, dogs get startled...
Chimney Safety Tips
Leaning towards an old wood-burning fireplaces to help cut your heating bill this winter? Before you spark a log you should know, fireplaces and chimneys are involved in 42% of all home-heating fires. So before you use your fireplace, ensure you know how to properly...
Massachusetts RMV to Make Inspection Sticker Changes
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles will soon change how it handles late vehicle inspection stickers. The change means that beginning November 1, 2022, vehicles that pass inspection will get a new sticker with the month the last sticker expired, according to...
How to Get Involved in Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Most people have good intentions when Pink October rolls around. They truly want to do something to help cure breast cancer. However, what most people don’t know is that buying pink ribbons or reposting Facebook games doesn’t really help anybody. The truth is, thanks...