November
21
2012
Thanksgiving requires many of us to travel to get to family. So that we can all be safe, here are a few things you can do to keep you, your family and other drivers on the road protected...
October
29
2012
If your property or vehicle sustains damage due to the storm, here are a few tips to help the claims process go more smoothly...
October
18
2012
Our 75th year in business and one thing that hasn’t changed is that our business is still focused on taking care of people...
September
21
2012
At this time last year, Hurricane Irene had just hammered the Northeast, and soon thereafter, the freak October snowstorm hit Massachusetts causing major damage with downed trees and extended power outages. We buy home insurance for situations like these storms and other catastrophes that cause damage that would be financially devastating without an insurance safety net...
July
23
2012
According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect. The following simple and inexpensive preventive checks will greatly extend the life of the vehicle, ensure safer operation and even benefit the environment...
May
07
2012
When it comes to protecting your personal possessions and financial well-being, having a home inventory is important. If you own antiques or fine arts, the unique nature of such items makes having detailed documentation crucial so that you’ll receive appropriate insurance compensation if a loss occurs...
May
02
2012
This blog post completes my series on Consigning at Auction. We’ve covered the appraisal process, what to expect in an antiques appraisal, and auction schedules...
April
25
2012
When should you contact an auction house to arrange to sell your property? You don’t have to wait until an upcoming auction is announced...
April
17
2012
After you choose an auction house to work with, you need to get your property evaluated by an expert appraiser. This can be done online, in person, or at your home...
April
11
2012
If you’re a collector of art and antiques or the heir to a family estate, no doubt you’ve thought about consigning some of that property to auction. Here are 5 steps for navigating the consignment process, and my best advice for sailing through it with ease...