The Dowd Insurance Agencies, a leading insurance provider serving New England for more than 118 years, today announced that David W. Griffin, Sr. was selected as the treasurer for the new Pope Francis High School board of directors. Pope Francis High School is a faith-based college preparatory school serving grades 9-12, formed through the merger of Cathedral and Holyoke Catholic
Read MoreHave you ever watched a big storm or witnessed an accident on the news that you hope would never happen to you and your business? The truth is you never know when a natural disaster or accident will hit. If it does, is your bottom line covered? Business income coverage (also known as business interruption coverage), is protection against loss
Read MorePicture this – it’s Thanksgiving and you have entire gaggle of family show up for the holidays, some by plane and some by car. While you are thrilled about your family visiting, chances are these out-of-town guests will ask to borrow your car for a last minute trip to the grocery store. You might want to hesitate before tossing them
Read MoreThere truly is no place like home, your own bed, your own space—but what happens when that oasis is damaged? Your home, whether it is a house or a condominium is likely to be your most valuable asset. That is why homeowners insurance is so important, you need to make sure you have the right insurance and that your policy
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By John E. Dowd Jr. Change in the business environment is expected. From regional landscape shifts and government regulations to emerging technologies, international competition, and more, it’s important to consider all the reasons why and how to insure your business. And while some changes are predictable, others are not, but there are ways to plan for both. What if you
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What is the Difference Between Collision and Comprehensive Auto Insurance? All automotive insurance policies are not created equal, and unlike liability coverage, both collision and comprehensive insurance are intended to pay for damage to your own vehicle. While all types of auto insurance are important, as a driver it is imperative to know how your policy protects your car. What
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Throughout the past 10 years there has been a steady evolution of technology, with these technological advances has come an entirely new area of crime and risk. In the United States alone there were 781 data breaches in 2015, this number has increased from 324 in 2014. With each data leak there are thousands of personal and business files that
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The Dowd Insurance Agencies, a leading insurance provider serving New England for more than 118 years, today announced Jack Dowd will be joining the agency as an Account Executive. The addition of Jack Dowd represents the fifth generation of family to be employed at The Dowd Insurance Agencies. “It’s a real sense of pride that I feel welcoming my son,
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Michael G. Rzepka joined The Dowd Insurance Agencies in 1991 The Dowd Insurance Agencies, a leading insurance provider serving New England for more than 118 years, today announced Michael G. Rzepka is celebrating his 25th anniversary as part of the firm. Rzepka joined The Dowd Insurance Agencies in 1991 with a concentration on commercial sales and has provided a quarter
Read MoreBy: John E. Dowd, Jr In the world of insurance everyone knows that driving history can impact your insurance rates. What most people do not realize is that your insurance rates can go up because you decided to buy a new pair of shoes or a nice new grill for the summer months. This emerging tactic is called price optimization
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