Do I need flood insurance? Am I in a flood zone? Find out now.
February 21, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
It’s still Nor’easter season. Nor’easters are powerful winter storms that typically form between October and April and travel up the Atlantic seaboard. These storms are known for producing heavy rain and snow, along with wind-driven waves that batter the coast from Virginia to Maine, causing severe flooding and beach erosion.
http://www.chittendengroup.com/products-services/personal/home-insurance/
10 Tips for Crafting Yacht Coverage
February 15, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
Water sports, boating and yachting can be thoroughly enjoyable pastimes, but each type of watercraft brings its own unique risks. Understanding how to best protect your clients is paramount. Broad coverage is a critical first step, particularly for owners of larger yachts. A small handful of insurance providers offer policies that can properly protect your clients and their watercraft investments. However, much more can be done to maximize safety and minimize the potential for costly damage.
Seidel Inc. Testimonial
February 15, 2012Posted in: Insurance News, Testimonials0 Comments
September 15th, 2011
To whom it may concern,
Chittenden Agency has been our company broker for our Business and Workers’ Compensation Insurance for a number of years. During that time they have represented us with utmost professionalism and courtesy, as if we were members of their own families. All my questions and concerns receive prompt, immediate attention.
On a personal note, Chittenden Agency also represents me for my automotive and homeowners’ insurance and provides me with the same excellent service as they provide my employer, Seidel, Inc.
I highly recommend Chittenden Agency for all your insurance needs.
Sincerely,
George O’Donnell, Human Resources Manager
Don’t Take a Risk with Your Valentine’s Day Gifts
February 8, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
If you receive an engagement ring or other piece of expensive jewelry on Valentine’s Day, make sure you have the necessary insurance, advised the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Standard homeowners and renters insurance policies include coverage for jewelry and other valuable items such as furs. However, many policies limit the dollar amount of coverage for the theft, or loss due to a covered peril, of such items-the limit is usually $1,000 to $2,000.
http://www.iii.org/media/updates/archive/press.767092/index.html?sf3130561=1
5 Ways to Make Your Home Safer
January 27, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
For anyone who has seen those World’s Dumbest Criminals clip shows on late-night TV, it may come as no surprise that burglars aren’t always the smartest tools in the shed. But sometimes they don’t even have to be.
http://realestate.yahoo.com/promo/5-ways-to-make-your-home-safer.html
Used cars may increase in value, depending on the owner
January 26, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
If you’re selling a well-kept 2005 Chrysler 300C sedan with about 20,000 miles in the west Chicago suburbs, you might be able to get $16,500. This one’s listed for a cool $1 million on eBay. Why? Its previous owner was President Barack Obama.
Is Your Business Winterized?
January 25, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
Extreme weather conditions are occurring more frequently with the impact on businesses becoming more severe. There are some key actions which can be taken to reduce that impact.
https://www.allianz.com/en/press/news/business_news/insurance/news_2012-01-25d.html?sf3004954=1
Cold Weather Photography Tips
January 23, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
Here are some tips for all our photography friends. Also, you may want to consider specially insuring some of your camera equipment. Contact us to find out the rates. You’ll be surprised at how low the rates are!
New CT Safe Winter Driving Policies
January 20, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
An Act Concerning the Removal of Snow and Ice from Motor Vehicles, passed by the Connecticut General Assembly in June 2010, became effective Oct. 1 and it requires the owners of non-commercial vehicles to remove snow and ice from their vehicle before driving.
http://cthousegop.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/CGS-Sec.-19-Ice-Removal.pdf
Loss Snapshot: Just How Expensive is the Loss of a Laptop?
January 19, 2012Posted in: Insurance News0 Comments
Sometimes a laptop is just a $500 machine. At other times, it’s a $49,000 liability. Lately, businesses have discovered that personal computing devices are more and more likely to become liabilities. Adding to the risk is the fact that more employees carry more data with them in ever smaller devices: smartphones, tablets and now, Ultrabooks.