by brennagimler1 | Jan 15, 2016 | Homeowners Insurance, Uncategorized
A standard homeowners insurance policy insures the home itself and the things you keep in it. It is typically a package policy, which means it covers both damage to your property and your liability or legal responsibility for any injuries and property damage you or...
by John Tessier | Oct 22, 2015 | Claims, FBinsure, Homeowners Insurance
Winter is coming. Winter’s freezing temperatures can bring a litany of problems for a homeowner. Many people learned this firsthand last winter during the ice dam fiasco that plagued the region. Another major source of homeowner headaches during the winter months are...
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 John Tessier | Sep 19, 2014 | Agent Selection, Auto Insurance, Business Insurance, Claims, Discounts, FAQ, Farrell Backlund, Helpful Tips, Homeowners Insurance, Insurance
People often ask why they should insure with FBinsure. After all, direct writers are constantly assaulting the airwaves with quirky mascots screaming that they can save you money in just a few minutes. Insurance is all the same, right? To me the reason is simple: You...