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Family Emergency Preparedness

Another school year has begun.  Ask yourself, is your family prepared? The start of the new school year is a great time to review your family emergency preparedness plan. Don’t delay, discuss your family emergency plan today! Ready.gov has helpful resources. Do you have an evacuation plan in place for: Fires. Hurricanes. Other disasters. Click…

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Do you need a contract Bond?

For contractors, a contract bond is often essential for bidding on a public job.  There are various types of contract bonds. Contract Bond Types: Performance Bond. Payment Bond. Bid Bond. Maintenance/ Warranty Bond.   Contract bonds provide the financial assurance that the contractor (principal) will construct a project for the project owner (obligee), and will:…

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Have you had your antiques appraised?

Antiques give us a glimpse into the way life used to be.  Antique shows are a great pastime, in which we can find unique, priceless items. Do you enjoy collecting antiques? Protect your investment. When was the last time you had your antiques appraised by a professional? We recommend that you have your appraisals done by…

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CCSF Spotlight: Pete’s Sweets

We would like to recognize a local shop that stands out. Pete’s Sweets, is located in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Owner, Peter Gray opened the store 3 years ago.  His Motto is “Artistry in Every Bite.” True to his word, Pete’s Sweets serves up delicious, fresh treats.  Since his early school days Peter has enjoyed baking and…

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Emergency Planning for Pet Owners

Pets are so important to many of us.  For many they are a huge part of the family. This time of year we hear a lot about emergency preparedness.  How can you prepare your pets for an emergency.  Did you know Ready.gov has resources for savvy pet owners.  They even have tips for making an…

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Construction Zone Driver Safety

As we know, downtown Springfield, Massachusetts is seeing big changes.  There is so much construction happening, especially around our offices.   Here are a few construction zone driver safety tips. Why Slow Down? Speed limits are reduced in these areas, due to the fact that conditions can change quickly. Being able to stop can be…

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Do you need Renters Insurance?

If you are renting an apartment do you need renters insurance? To help you decide if you need renters insurance, ask yourself the following. Would you be covered for loss by your landlord’s insurance in the event of a fire? Does your landlord’s insurance cover the contents of your apartment? You may not have the…

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Airbag Recall Coverage

Did you hear about the recent airbag recall? There has been a lot of talk in the news lately about serious recalls.  For example there is a case of  an airbag recall.  Some insurance companies are even going so far as to extend auto coverage to rental cars or other replacement vehicles while their client’s…

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Is there insurance coverage for solar panels?

Solar, solar, everywhere! Solar energy is one renewable energy that has become a hot topic among homeowners. (Pardon the pun.) That being said, the question is, how are they insured? Is there insurance coverage for solar panels?  Who is responsible for insuring them? If you own As of now, there is no specific insurance policy…

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