wpeditor, Author at The Dowd Agencies

Commercial Property Insurance 101: Protecting Your Business from Natural Disasters

In New England, where weather patterns can be unpredictable and severe, safeguarding your commercial property is essential.

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Peace of Mind Poolside: A Helpful Insurance Guide for MA Pool Owners

While pools offer relaxation and fun, they also come with responsibilities, especially concerning safety and insurance.

Recent Rainy Stretch Increases Risk of Basement Flooding

John E. Dowd Jr. was on WWLP discussing what you need to know about flood insurance.

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Spring Cleaning & Home Maintenance: A Checklist for New England Homeowners

As you shake off the remnants of winter and begin your annual spring cleaning, don’t forget to inspect your home for any damage caused by the harsh New England weather.

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Essential Risk Management Strategies for Wealth Preservation

Preserving wealth requires more than just accumulating assets; it demands a strategic approach for minimizing risk to safeguard your financial legacy.

Trends, Challenges and Opportunities in 2025

John Dowd offered his perspective about the insurance industry in this Business West special feature.

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Employment Practices Liability Insurance and Its Importance for Business Owners

One of the growing concerns in today’s workplace environment is the risk of employee-related claims, such as wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment or wage disputes.

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Mitigating Risks: Key Insurance Policies Every Small Business Owner Needs

As a small business owner, you pour your heart, time and resources into your business. Having the right insurance coverage can be the difference between quickly recovering from a setback or facing overwhelming losses.

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Maximizing Employee Engagement: Crafting a Comprehensive Benefits Package

According to Glassdoor, a well-known job and recruiting website, salary is the number one consideration for candidates when searching for a job, with benefits being a very close second.

Understanding Flood Risk: A Guide to Flood Insurance in Massachusetts

Given the unpredictability of weather patterns, flood insurance is worth considering even if you’re not in a high-risk area.

Author: wpeditor