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Why You Should Tell Your Agent About Home Improvement Projects

Why You Should Tell Your Agent About Home Improvement Projects

Q&A: Homeowners Insurance and Home Improvement Projects We checked in with Bob Buckel, vice president of product management at Erie Insurance, to ask what homeowners should know about coverage limits and home improvement projects. Q: What types of home improvement projects should you always tell your agent about? A: As a rule of thumb, any projects that would change how much it would cost to...

Driving Safely in Heavy Traffic

Driving Safely in Heavy Traffic

Navigating your vehicle in heavy traffic is stressful – and dangerous. To avoid a collision, follow these simple tips for safer driving in heavy traffic.  Relax. You will eventually reach your destination, and being a few minutes late is better than being involved in a collision!  Drive Defensively. Other drivers may drive aggressively, weaving in and out of traffic to try to save a few...

Motorcycle Safety Tips for Riding in Bad Weather

Motorcycle Safety Tips for Riding in Bad Weather

Riding in the Rain Every motorcycle rider will eventually get caught in the rain, so it pays to be prepared. Driving any vehicle in wet weather will significantly reduce your available traction. But on a motorcycle, riding in the rain makes that instability feel far more exaggerated. Not only are you exposed to the elements, but you’re relying on just two small patches of rubber...

6 Smart Insurance Questions for Newlyweds and Soon-to-Weds

6 Smart Insurance Questions for Newlyweds and Soon-to-Weds

6 Questions to Ask an Insurance Agent in your 20's and 30's 1. We’re getting married. Should we wed our auto insurance as well? If one of you has a Mad Max-like driving history, then auto insurance might be one of those things you don’t merge once married. But if you and your spouse both have good driving records and no recent gaps in insurance coverage, you might save money...

Commonly Overlooked Types of Business Insurance

Commonly Overlooked Types of Business Insurance

You already have business insurance, but have you overlooked a situation that could put your business at risk? We offer a list of the most overlooked types of business insurance, as well as a brief explanation of each type. Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI): This insurance protects against claims filed against your business by an employee, such as wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and others. When...