by John Tessier | Jun 22, 2015 | Claims, FBinsure, Helpful Tips, Home Maintenance, Homeowners Insurance, ice dams, ice removal, Insurance, Insurance Claims, Risk Management, Safety Tips
In the Northeast, the term “ice dam” is met with grimacing faces and curse words. Many people have just started work on the home repairs needed due to the havoc wreaked over this past winter. With repairs in full swing, now is a good time to think about making...
by John Tessier | Jan 26, 2015 | Claims, Condo Insurance, Emergency Preparedness, FAQ, Farrell Backlund, FBinsure, Helpful Tips, Home Maintenance, Homeowners Insurance, Insurance, Insurance Claims, Safety Tips, snow removal
With a massive blizzard bearing down on the northeast, I thought it might be a good time to share some tips on how to prepare for a power outage in the cold weather. High winds and 2 feet of snow means downed power lines, falling trees, and more. Listed below are some...
by John Tessier | Dec 17, 2014 | Claims, Farrell Backlund, Helpful Tips, Holiday Safety Tips, Holidays, Home Dangers, Homeowners Insurance, Insurance, Safety, Safety Tips
With the Thanksgiving hangover worn off, people everywhere are getting into the Christmas spirit by decorating their homes, humming Christmas carols, and shopping for the perfect gift for their loved ones. Whether you are planning to use a real tree or a fake tree to...
by Tom Rogers | Dec 11, 2014 | Business Insurance, Claims, Commercial, Experience Mod, Farrell Backlund, Helpful Tips, Insurance, Insurance Cost, Workers Compensation
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfRUGD6TTgI] We have heard from employers time and time again when they begin discussing Workers’ Compensation that “There’s nothing you can do about it”, “Here in Massachusetts the rates are set by the state”, “It’s out of our...
by Tom Rogers | Nov 28, 2014 | Claims, Commercial, Experience Mod, Farrell Backlund, Helpful Tips, Insurance, Workers Compensation
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0bbUCsGqFE] Secret # 3 may come as a surprise to you but one which is important for us to share with you. The culture of an organization will have a larger impact on your premium dollars than the safety practices of an...
by John Tessier | Nov 7, 2014 | Auto Insurance, Car Accidents, Claims, Credit Score, Discounts, FAQ, Farrell Backlund, Helpful Tips, Insurance, Insurance Cost
When it comes to auto insurance many people rely on myths about what factors into their insurance rates and how they can help minimize their insurance cost. Throughout the years I have heard a lot of reasons why someone’s insurance should be higher or lower, and many...
