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DOES HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE PROTECT YOU IF AN OUTLET SPARK STARTS A FIRE?

More time at home means more use of electricity and wall outlets. But in the event that an outlet sparks a fire, is it covered under your homeowners insurance policy? Read this guide to learn about outlet overload and...

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How to Get a Free Credit Report/Match with a local Advisor Today!

If you are thinking of purchasing a home or are just curious about where your credit score stands, there are some things you need to know. There are ways to track your credit reports for free. Where and how to obtain...

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DO YOU NEED AN UMBRELLA POLICY??

One of the most certain things in life is uncertainty. Your dog could bite the neighbor’s kid. Your teen driver could hit a cyclist. A guest could fall down your stairs. A rainy morning commute on worn-out tires could...

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Does My Credit Score Affect My Insurance Premiums?

You may be aware of how your credit score will affect purchasing a home or taking out a credit line, but what about your insurance? If you've ever wondered how your credit score impacts your insurance premiums, look no...

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Porch Safety: Should You Leave the Lights On?

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...

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DUI LAWS, INSURANCE RATES AND INTERLOCK DEVICES

Don’t drive drunk. Don’t drive while impaired. Just... don’t. It’s sound advice you’ve heard a million times before. It’s common sense. And it’s one of the best ways to avoid taking a significant hit to the wallet when...

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Never Plug a Space Heater into a Power Strip

The recent frigid weather from the polar vortex prompted fire officials to issue warnings about space heaters, which are a frequent source of home fires: Never plug a space heater into a power strip or an extension cord....

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MASSACHUSETTS ATV - SNOWMOBILE INSURANCE

All Terrain Vehicles, Quad, Four Wheelers: whatever name you call it, the fun is still just as good. If you’re using it as a weekend cruiser, running around the farm, or taking it hunting – having your ATV or snowmobile...

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What You Need to Know about Insuring Engagement Rings

Engagement rings are expensive, can be lost, and should be insured. But who pays for the insurance and what makes the most sense? Read on to find out what the experts at Trusted Choice recommend. An Engagement Ring is a...

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ATTENTION PET LOVERS!!!

ATTENTION PET LOVERS!!!! How many times have we heard in our lives, or (egads) have had to say: We wanted to do more for the little guy, but it just cost to much? Never, ever, have to say that again. You'd be very...

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