Its A Good Time to Review Your Flood Insurance Policy The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is pleased to support The National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration (NOAA)-sponsored 2008 National Flood Safety Awareness Week, March 17-21. Floods threaten homes from coast to coast – and they can happen anytime, anywhere and without warning. The damage from a flood is not covered
Read MoreBOSTON – Throughout New England, residents are at risk for flooding during spring , the time of year when the warming sun and increased rainfall begin melting the winter snow pack, releasing its often high water content. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) urges New England residents to be prepared.
Read MoreWe have received inquiries from some of our customers regarding the online Automobile Insurance Rate Comparison Tool hosted by the Massachusetts Division of Insurance. If you have visited this website, the results of your search may have been confusing. There are a few things you should know about this Rate Comparison Tool before you make any decisions regarding your automobile
Read MoreConsumers have many questions with Managed Competition on auto insurance beginning April 1, 2008 in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries has put together the most frequently asked questions and answers which includes how rate setting works, and what to expect. If you have questions, this may help give you a better understanding.
Read MoreThe Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation has good advice for tax payers that might be considering tax refund loans, also know as refund anticipation loans (RALs). To read more, please click here.
Read MoreThe Massachusetts Division of Insurance has built an information portal for consumers. Consumers can compare sample premiums for new private passenger automobiles policies sold in Massachusetts. Bear in mind: The rates are only sample premiums and do not reflect discounts, including renewal discounts, that could apply to you. Contact Dowd to see what discounts/credits you may be eligible for.
Read MoreAccording to NBC News, about 340 children have died from being left unattended in a vehicle in the last 10 years. Such tragedy does not have to happen; it can be avoided. Here are some suggestions you might want to incorporate into your daily routine if you have small children in your car. – Put something you’ll need like your
Read MoreIf you’re like most Americans, your home is your largest investment, so you know how important it is to protect it. You probably take safety precautions and have insurance that will cover you in case of a loss. But are you fully protected? Chances are, no. You probably are running the risk of having to pay money out of pocket
Read MoreIt’s Valentine’s Day, and thoughts of people everywhere turn to … jewelry. About one of four Americans buys jewelry, spending $2,000 per year on average, and industry experts expect jewelry sales to grow by at least 5% annually through 2025. Those who don’t buy shiny things for Valentine’s Day may prefer other types of valuables, such as electronics, artwork, antiques,
Read MoreBoating season will be here before you know it. Learn how to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities while boating. Review safety tips, news, recalls, defects and laws and regulations you should know. Click here to access the US Coast Guards Official site.
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