With summer drawing near and the weather warming up, southeastern Pennsylvania’s neighborhoods come alive with the sights and sounds of the season: lawnmowers, power tools, and backyard barbecues, to name a few. For many people, those things all bring to mind one specific person: Dad. And since Father’s Day is just around the corner, we … Read More
Is Your Jewelry Covered by Insurance? Maybe!
Are you or someone you know getting engaged this Valentine’s Day? Are you giving your Valentine a watch or necklace to tell them how much they mean to you? Every reason why you treasure a piece of fine jewelry is a reason you should insure it. However, calling it “jewelry insurance” may be a stretch. … Read More
The Christmas Tree Conundrum: Real or Fake?
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), every year between 2013-2017, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 160 home fires that started with Christmas trees at the cost of $10 million in direct property damage. Homeowners’ Insurance helps protect your home from the damage these fires can cause; however, it can’t prevent … Read More
10 Ways to Honor a Veteran on Veterans Day
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
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
Firework Pet Safety
Firework Pet Safety: Keep your pets safe during the Fourth of July Fireworks For most of us, the Fourth of July is a time to enjoy the pyrotechnics that mark the holiday. But for our pets, fireworks are another story. The noisy rockets and firecrackers so many of us enjoy can traumatize our pets. Firework Pet … Read More
Valentine’s Day Trivia
Valentine’s Day Trivia- Who declared the first Valentine’s Day in the late 5th century? Pope Gelasius Valentine. Pope Gelasius turned “Lupercalia”, an ancient Roman festival of purification and fertility, into a Christian feast day and set its observance a day earlier, on February 14. He proclaimed February 14 to be the feast day in honor … Read More