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Burglary Prevention: Should You Leave the Lights On?
Friday, December 2, 2016
It seems like a no-brainer to leave the lights on outside your home to deter burglars while you’re away (or even while you’re asleep). But does that really work? Or is it just a waste of electricity — particularly this...
Which Home Alarms Do You Need?
Friday, November 4, 2016
Technology has made home alarms of all kinds — from security to smoke, radon to radiation — more accessible than ever. Many of them can be configured to work together, and some even alert you to trouble through your...
Device Insurance: Cover Your Personal Electronics With the Policy You Already Have
Friday, October 7, 2016
It seems everyone these days has a smartphone. Or a smart TV, a tablet, or an ebook reader. Or all of the above – and more. When you add it all up, you may find you have thousands and thousands of dollars tied up in...
Named Perils vs. Open Perils Policies for your Home Insurance. What’s the difference?
Monday, September 26, 2016
There are many coverage options to select from when shopping for your homeowner’s insurance. You need to decide on your level of coverage, whether you want a larger monthly payment and smaller deductible or vice versa....
What To Do If You're Involved in a Hit & Run Accident in Maryland
Monday, September 12, 2016
Being in a hit and run accident can be a very frightening event. Being prepared to know how to handle the situation when it occurs will help you deal with the shock of it, as well as ensure you are covered for the loss...
How to Deal With Road Rage
Friday, September 2, 2016
Have you ever noticed that, with roadway anger, it’s always the other guy’s fault? And, it very well could be. The thing is, you can’t control how other people drive. But, you can control how you respond to situations...
Using Your Personal Vehicle for Business Delivery? You Need to Read This.
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Do you use your personal vehicle to deliver papers, pizzas, sandwiches, flowers or other deliverables in exchange for money? Do you, from time to time, help your son or daughter with delivering their newspaper route? If...
Safety Tips for Your Summer Swims
Friday, August 5, 2016
When the sun is out and the weather’s warm, people flock to the water — whether it’s the beach, a lake, a river or a backyard pool. But, wherever there’s water, there’s also danger. According to the U.S. Centers for...
Protect Your Home & Property from Wildfires in Maryland
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Wildfires occur every year and summer season is also known as fire season. Each year millions of acres across the country are scorched by both nature as well as human caused fire. By knowing how to minimize losses,...
8 Scenarios That Would Warrant an Umbrella Insurance Policy
Thursday, July 28, 2016
There are many scenarios that would warrant the need for an umbrella insurance policy. We outline a few of them here. Example #1: Your teenage daughter is babysitting the neighbor kids and leaves the house for a moment...