June Blooms and Home Rooms: Updating Protection for Summer Renovations
by Marquis and Coughlan | June 18, 2026 | Home, Insurance | 0 Comments
June brings warmer weather, blooming gardens, and the start of home renovation season. Whether a project involves modernizing a kitchen with stone countertops, transforming a primary bathroom into a spa-like retreat, or adding an outdoor deck for summer entertaining,...
Why Having a Real Insurance Agent Still Matters in the Age of Automation
by Marquis and Coughlan | May 21, 2026 | Home, Ideas, Insurance, Safety, Tips | 0 Comments
Technology has transformed nearly every industry. We can order groceries from our phones, manage finances through apps, and get customer service answers from automated chatbots within seconds. In many situations, that convenience is helpful. But when it comes to...
If Someone Can Hop on Your Network from the Parking Lot—So Can a Hacker
by Marquis and Coughlan | April 27, 2026 | Safety, Tips | 0 Comments
In the modern workplace, your business perimeter is no longer just the walls of your office. It extends to the parking lot, the home offices of your remote employees, and every coffee shop where someone checks work email. This expanded perimeter introduces significant...
Don’t Get Swamped: Who Really Needs Flood Insurance and Why It’s Non-Negotiable
by Marquis and Coughlan | March 23, 2026 | Safety, Tips | 0 Comments
Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, yet many homeowners still operate under the dangerous misconception that their standard homeowner’s policy provides adequate protection. As your local independent insurance agent, we're here...
Mid-Winter Home Maintenance Checklist to Prevent Claims
by Marquis and Coughlan | February 20, 2026 | Ideas, Safety, Tips | 0 Comments
February is a tricky month for homeowners. Winter isn’t over, but temperatures often fluctuate enough to create new risks. A little proactive home maintenance now can help prevent costly insurance claims later. Start with your gutters and downspouts. Ice buildup can...
Homeowners Insurance Preventing the January Disaster: Your Guide to Avoiding and Insuring Against Burst Pipes
by Marquis and Coughlan | January 27, 2026 | Insurance, Tips | 0 Comments
As the temperature drops, the risk of frozen and bursting pipes skyrockets, often leading to one of the most common and costly homeowner insurance claims during the winter months. A burst pipe isn't just an inconvenience; it can cause catastrophic water damage to your...
Annual Policy Review: Three Reasons to Connect with Your Agent Before January 1st
by Marquis and Coughlan | December 2, 2025 | Ideas, Safety, Tips | 0 Comments
The end of the year is often dedicated to finalizing taxes, making charitable contributions, and setting goals for the next twelve months. But there is one crucial financial task that often gets overlooked: scheduling an Annual Insurance Policy Review. Before the...
On the Road for the Holidays? How to Get There Safely (and Sanely)
by Marquis and Coughlan | November 29, 2025 | Insurance | 0 Comments
The holidays are one of the busiest travel times of the year — which means highways, airports, and nerves can all be a little overloaded. Whether you’re heading across town or across the country, a little preparation goes a long way toward keeping your holiday travel...
Why October Is the Perfect Time to Review Your Auto Insurance Coverage
by Marquis and Coughlan | October 8, 2025 | Auto Insurance, Ideas, Tips | 0 Comments
As autumn deepens, October brings more than crisp air and colorful leaves—it’s also an excellent month to take stock of your auto insurance. Here are reasons why October is especially good, plus what to review, and steps to take so you’re covered right for the rest of...
How Renters Insurance Can Protect You Against Liability Claims
by Marquis and Coughlan | September 15, 2025 | Safety, Tips | 0 Comments
If you’re renting your home—whether it's an apartment, condo, or house—you might already know that renters insurance protects your belongings. But what many renters don’t realize is that one of the most valuable components of renters insurance isn’t about your stuff...