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Facts of Life
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Given the staggering cost of college, adequate life insurance is a must for growing families. However, studies show most families are underinsured. Click here for more: Amazing facts about life insurance in the U.S. (...
Back to School
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Did you know a college student living off campus may not be covered by their parent's homeowners policy? A renter's policy would properly cover a student living off campus for personal property and liability. Contact...
F&P Sponsors 28th NVCC Tourney
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Foley Palenscar Schortmann is happy to announce we are the hole-in-one sponsor of the 28th Annual Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament to be held on August 12, 2013 at Easton Country Club. Last year, a...
Flood rates on the rise
Friday, May 10, 2013
In light of the the May 9, 2013 Boston Globe article the Boston Globe regarding flood insurance premiums, here is a primer on flood insurance in Massachusetts: The article states the federal flood insurance program is $...
Drive now, text later
Monday, May 6, 2013
Take the pledge to never text and drive at www.itcanwait.org.
Three Coverages You Should Have
Friday, April 19, 2013
Here is a list of three critical coverages we recommend to all our clients: 1. Umbrella insurance: Umbrella insurance is additional liability coverage designed to better protect an insured in the event of an accident or...
Mass Save and Your Home
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Looking to make some improvements to your home? Contact Mass Save (www.masssave.com). Not only will they perform a complimentary energy efficiency assessment of your home, they will assist you in obtaining rebates on...
Steve Palenscar obtains CIC designation
Friday, March 1, 2013
Steve Palenscar has obtain the Certified Insurance Counselor or "CIC" designation. The CIC involves attending and passing a comprehensive exam at the following institutes: Personal Lines Commercial Casualty Commercial...
Trampolines
Friday, February 22, 2013
In October 2012, the American Academy of Pediatrics released a policy statement "Trampoline Safety in Childhood and Adolescence" in which they cautioned against the use of trampolines. Some of the key points in the...
Do I need title insurance?
Friday, February 15, 2013
We often receive inquiries regarding title insurance. Title insurance is an important consideration when purchasing a property. Here is a link to an excellent explanation of title insurance. http://silveriwilson.com/do-...
Is your property "up to code"?
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
We are fortunate in Massachusetts to have beautiful colonial and Victorian architecture. Many buildings and homes were built in the 1800s or early 1900s. Building codes have evolved over time. If you own property that...
Preparing for Nemo
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Visit the MA Emergency Management Agency's ("MEMA") website for tips on preparing for snow storm Nemo. Here is the link: http://www.mass.gov/eopss/agencies/mema/ Check batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms....
Testimonials
Friday, February 1, 2013
"Thank you very much again for all your help and being so wonderful with the quick turnaround, it is greatly appreciated!" [Cathy J., Plymouth MA, new auto client, 2013] "I can't tell you how much I appreciate the very...
Ways to Prevent Claims
Friday, January 25, 2013
Our agency was established in 1934 so we have seen many different types of claims. As a way to better serve our clients, we often recommend ways to prevent claims. You can use the following attachment as a resource to...
Renting a car? Read this.
Friday, January 11, 2013
We receive calls frequently about renting a car. The first thing you must know is if you have a MA auto policy, it will not cover you outside of the US and Canada. So you if you travel outside of these two countries,...