Each year, Americans celebrate Veterans Day on November 11. It is a holiday near and dear to my heart because I have several family members who have served in the military, and I am so very proud of their service to this great country. Did you know that November 11 was originally known as Armistice … Read More
Be Careful When You Play With Fire, Even in the Backyard
It’s that time of year here in southeastern Pennsylvania! The leaves are turning brilliant shades of yellows, reds, and oranges, days are getting shorter, and the evenings are getting colder. It’s the perfect time to sit around a fire pit with friends and family and enjoy the changing season – unless, of course, that fire … Read More
5 Tips to Prevent Back-to-School Backpack Overload
The third Wednesday of September is National School Backpack Awareness Day – an opportunity for educators, parents, and students to shine awareness on the danger of carrying heavy backpacks and discover ways to prevent the injuries and pain it causes thousands of children every year. One study found that backpack loads of school students range … Read More
Useful Gadgets to Enhance Your RV Experience
More families are taking to the road in their RVs than ever before. Fox Business reports, “Recreational vehicle dealers throughout the country have had as much as a 170 percent increase in sales for the month of May compared to this time last year as Americans crave outdoor travel as coronavirus-induced lockdowns ease in states, … Read More
5 Tips to Plan the Best RV Route
It’s summer – prime RV season here in southeastern Pennsylvania. But, even if you know where you want to go, do you know how to get there? After all, driving an RV is a little different than simply hopping in your car, so we here at Berkshire Insurance Services put together some tips to help … Read More
5 RV Safe Driving Tips
It’s that time of year when many families are jumping into their RVs and enjoying the open road. Whether you’re heading to a local campground or planning your getaway a lot farther from home, you’ll want to make the trip safely. At Berkshire Insurance Services, we want you to travel safely too. Here are some … Read More
Should You Be Worried About Your Appliance Hoses?
There’s a ticking bomb in your right now, waiting to strike when you least expect it. In fact, there might even be more than one. And each can cause thousands and thousands of dollars in damage. We here at Berkshire Insurance Services are talking about faulty appliance hoses, of course. Consider your humble washing machine: … Read More
5 Ways to Beat the Heat — and Your Air Conditioning Bill — This Summer
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, 87% of homes in the U.S. use air-conditioning equipment at a cost ranging from $60 to $525 annually. That’s about 12% of a family’s total home energy expenditures. That might not be such a surprise if you’re the one who writes the check for your household energy bill … Read More
Tying the Knot? Tie up Loose Ends With Wedding Insurance
Have you considered wedding insurance? Sadly, the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting stay-at-home orders derailed many special events, including weddings, this spring. With a little creativity, some couples moved forward with their wedding plans – although significantly altered. Fortunately, a worldwide pandemic interrupting your wedding plans is an incredibly unique situation, but things – both large … Read More
When will I receive my stay-at-home credit?
Client: “I just looked at my April deduction and it didn’t go down? I thought I was supposed to get a stay-at-home credit of __% off my auto premium.” Answer: Thank you for your great question. This can be confusing. So here is the answer….. You may read something from your insurance company that looks … Read More
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