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High-Net-Worth Individuals: Assess Your Insurance Now

What would happen if, on top of investment losses, as a high-net-worth individual, you faced a property or liability claim that wasn't covered by your insurance?

Kevin Panzera and Diane Borden

Kids at College… Are They Covered?

While most families can think of at least one thing to worry about while their kids or grandkids are away from home, it’s rarely: Will my insurance cover their belongings or electronic devices if they get stolen? Or: What if they are in a car accident?

The Everyday Business Cyber Threats That Follow You Home

We’re all aware that cyber risk exists. However, we’re more likely aware of cyber threats and attacks at our place of business, and it’s not always obvious how those risks follow us throughout our day or how to handle incidents related to malicious emails, identity theft, cyber crimes, and other challenges related to business cyber threats that can follow you home.… More

Handheld Devices: What Arizona’s New Driving Law Means for Drivers and Their Insurance

On April 22, 2019, Arizona Governor, Doug Ducey, signed a distracted driving law, which bans using handheld devices while driving. The state now joins 17 other states in banning handheld phone use behind the wheel.

Protecting Your Home and Your Family From Fire

You can take steps to increase your home’s chances of surviving a wildfire. This includes not only the house itself, but the landscaping around it and seasonal cleaning tasks. If you build a new home or remodel an existing one, know that anything attached to the house (decks, porches, fences, etc.) is considered part of the house when it comes to the way fire behaves.

Distracted Driving: New Legislation to Understand Before You Get Behind the Wheel

Every driver gets distracted at some point, whether it’s by persistent thoughts or a text conversation.… More

Protect Your Valuable Personal Collections with the Right Insurance Coverage

As a collector, you’ve put time, money and effort into your passion, and whether it’s jewelry, fine art, wine or other collectibles, items in your collection hold monetary and sentimental value, so why chance it by not having the right coverage?

Water, Water Everywhere: How to Prevent the Avoidable Home Flood

Imagine: You’ve gone away on vacation, and return home to standing water, musty smells, and damaged property.… More

Managing the Risk of Floods

In the face of winter—and all the wet weather that comes with it—FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program would like everyone to understand the risks of flooding.… More

Seasonal Risk Management: Winter Is Coming

Your property and your vehicle are especially vulnerable to damage during the winter season. As we transition from fall to winter, now is the best time to prepare, before the rain, first frost, and snow make any outdoor activity more challenging.… More