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  • March

    Homebuyers Should Add Insurance Details to Their Checklists
    As home prices recover, more Americans could gain the confidence to enter the housing market. Buyers who are searching for their dream homes should consider the price and availability of homeowners insurance to help protect their sizable investments.

    Good Driver, Safe Driver: Tips for Avoiding Accidents
    Every 16 minutes (on average), someone died in a motor vehicle accident in 2011. Fortunately, this statistic has been declining, due in part to a greater emphasis on driver safety. Here are tips that might help you and those around you stay safer when you’re behind the wheel.

  • February

    Crack Coverage: Being Clear About Auto Glass
    Windshield cracks and other auto glass damage can be a nuisance and pose serious safety concerns. Fortunately, auto glass can often be repaired or replaced conveniently with little or no out-of-pocket costs. But consumers should be sure they understand their options.

    Are You Prepared to Face a Natural Disaster?
    Most places in the United States could experience some type of catastrophe, but it’s impossible to predict where and when Mother Nature will strike. That’s why it’s important to have appropriate insurance and a thoughtful disaster plan in place at all times.

  • October

    Flood Insurance Reform: Ongoing Legacy of Katrina
    Recent legislation extending the National Flood Insurance Program included reforms that were intended to put the indebted agency on more solid footing. Flood coverage is now available to most property owners who may need it, but recent changes to the NFIP mean that this critical protection could come at a higher cost for some households.

    Protection for Travel Troubles
    No matter how carefully planned the vacation, unforeseen circumstances could cause travelers to miss cruises, tours, resort reservations, and other scheduled activities. Travel insurance can help cover a variety of situations including trip cancellation, lost or stolen personal items, and medical emergencies.

  • September

    Help Protect Your College Student with Insurance
    Millions of parents have children who are attending college this fall. This might be a good time to review and possibly update their health, homeowners, and auto insurance policies to make sure their students have adequate protection as they take this important step in life.

    Motorcycle Insurance for Two-Wheel Touring
    Spiking gas prices could inspire more people to ride fuel-efficient motorcycles, joining some 27,000 riders who enjoy the feel of the sun and wind on the open road. If you ride a bike or are considering buying one, be sure to carry appropriate insurance coverage and consider these important safety tips.

  • July

    Pay-as-You-Drive Insurance: Why Insurers May Ask to Monitor Your Driving
    Some major insurers are using telematics technology to help predict the level of risk that may apply to individual drivers and to price their policies accordingly. Here’s a closer look at how “pay as you drive” programs work and which drivers may be more likely to benefit from allowing their insurers to monitor their driving habits.

    Weather Conditions Could Heighten Wildfire Danger
    More than 15,000 temperature records were broken in March, and snowpack levels are well below normal throughout much of the continental United States. Such conditions could make 2012 an active year for wildfires. Here’s what you may need to know about the risk of wildfire and how you can help protect your home, family, and finances.