Did you know flood losses are not covered by your homeowners insurance policy? Flood Insurance Facts: Just one inch of water can cause costly damage to your home. This is especially critical in the spring. A commonly accepted model is that 10 inches of snow equates to one inch of water, creating a dangerous […]
Spring is just around the corner. The weather is soon warming, days are getting longer, and birds are returning. If you are like most people, you are welcoming the season with open arms. Spring, however, is also the time when heavy snow dissipates, leaving copious amounts of snowmelt water, just as rain showers and seasonal […]
Living in a busy world, our lives constantly intersect with the people around us, and some interactions can have surprising consequences. It is increasingly important to make careful insurance choices to protect yourself from the unexpected. Because, even if you carry excellent coverage with high limits, situations can still arise that leave you liable for […]
Garrett Explains | Episode 18 In 2013, the NYS Senate amended a 2008 vehicle and traffic law requiring motor vehicles to be cleared of accumulated snow, sleet, hail, or face the consequences with a ticket and a hefty fine. That means even the hard to reach spots on your roof or in the bed […]
Garrett Explains | Episode 17 What separates an independent insurance agency from the rest? In Episode 17, Garrett explains! Click here to watch our 3-minute video. Contact our insurance specialists at 845-986-1177 to learn more. We are your business, home, auto, and life insurance solutions provider, partner, and adviser, serving Warwick, Greenwood Lake, Florida, Goshen, Pine […]
Garrett Explains | Episode 16 Did you know that 65 percent of homes are underinsured? Whether it’s your home, a special piece of jewelry, a business (large or small), or any circumstance, really, you want to know that you will be made whole in the event of a catastrophe. We’ve seen too many cases […]
Garrett Explains | Episode 15 Are you venturing into the home sharing business, whether seasonally or long-term? How do hospitality services like Airbnb affect your home insurance? There are, no doubt, financial advantages, but there are also pitfalls. Contact our insurance specialists at 845-986-1177 to learn more. We are your business, home, auto, and life […]
Consider boat or watercraft insurance during the riskiest time of the year. Whether you’re on the road or on the water, accidents happen. Summer is a season of fun and leisure; a chance to enjoy long weekends with friends and family. But it’s also the riskiest season of the year. In the same manner […]
Garrett Explains | Episode 14 Are you driving, or do you plan to drive for Uber or Lyft? There are distinct levels of coverage based on three different periods when providing ridesharing services. In Episode 14, Garrett explains the exposures you may face and helps you understand how to correct them. Contact our insurance […]
When mold invades your home, it is more than just a petty annoyance and a pungent odor. Its habitation — on your walls and ceilings, in your pipes, on your carpet, or in your bathtub — can cause a whole host of issues, ranging from minor property damage to severe health problems. Growing on anything […]
