Halloween Safety Tips
Trick-or-treating is a big event in our area, so — whether you're behind the wheel or behind a mask — it's worth reviewing some safety tips before heading out on Halloween. Drivers Beware We urge motorists to be especially cautious on Halloween. Excited children often forget the rules and may dart [...]
What My CIC Designation Means For My Clients
Sherelyn Yetter Schoch, CIC President, Yetter Insurance Today's insurance and risk management industry is vast, complex, and full of confusing variety. As you consider what kind of coverage you need for your unique set of risks and exposures, keep in mind that my training as a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) has [...]
Insure Everything From Fun To Function
Insurance provides financial support and reduces uncertainties. It provides safety and security against particular events. Insurance provides a cover against sudden losses. It’s important to insure everything that’s both vital, like your house and car, as well as fun, like a boat or snowmobile. Ensuring a safety net for these [...]
Traveling Soon? Don’t Forget To Pack Some Insurance
Traveling creates memories that you’ll never forget; it’s an experience from beginning to end. Before you go, I’m sure you create a checklist of things you need to bring. Clothes *check*, toiletries *check*, Insurance? Yes, you should pack some travel insurance, too. Anything can happen on your trip — make [...]
Don’t Make These 7 Silly Security Mistakes
Regardless of whether you live in a rural or urban area, burglaries happen. In 2017, on average, a burglary occurred every 18 seconds in the United States. You can avoid being part of a statistic by avoiding to make these seven silly security mistakes. Leaving A Spare Key Under [...]
Wait…I Can Insure That?
When we think of insurance, we imagine home, auto, and even boat coverage. However, many don’t realize just how far you can go as to what you can insure. From a model taking out a policy covering the damage to her legs, to a comedian taking out a policy just [...]
Tie The Knot (Then Insure It)
Congratulations! You and your significant other just got married, and now you’re starting your new life together. Before you get caught up in all of the exciting changes to come, there’s something you should consider insuring—the ring around your finger. Types of Ring Insurance There are two commonly used ways [...]
Yes, Even College Students Should Think About Insurance
The first thing most colleges make you aware of when you live in a dorm is that they are not responsible for damages or loss of personal property. This means that all the expensive gear in your dorm is essentially unprotected. With the rising prices of college gear, it’s important [...]
Don’t Let Summer End In A Bummer
We’re about halfway done with the summer, and it’s going entirely too fast. Hopefully, you’ve had some time to get out on the lake, go camping, and make time to enjoy yourself. Summer is the time people bring out their boats, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and recreational vehicles (RVs). Whether you [...]
This Past Storm Season Was Rough, How To Prepare For Next Year
2018 has been a little rough in terms of storms, more so than usual. Areas like Dingmans Ferry, Bushkill and East Stroudsburg had numerous storms where houses and cars were damaged. With warmer days ahead of us, we should look to see how we can prepare for next year’s storm [...]
Determining Coverage for Your Boat and ATV
Americans’ boats and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) give them valuable mobility, recreation, and tools for their livelihoods. They are a symbol of outdoor living, especially in our area. Landowners use ATVs to get around their property. Boats allow fishermen to take advantage of the wonderful fishing opportunities in the Delaware River [...]
Rental insurance should not be dismissed
Any insurance policy that you buy should help keep you and your assets safe. Insurance provides peace of mind and the ability to recover from many losses. Even though renters do not own the property in which they live, that residence is their home and it is filled with their [...]
Deciphering Car Insurance
One of the biggest milestones young Americans reach is when they earn their driver’s license. It represents the freedom to go wherever and whenever you’d like. As many drivers have learned by now, cars often come with a lot of obligations and rules to follow. Car insurance is one necessity [...]
Don’t delay—resolve to address your family’s life insurance needs
Normally life insurance isn’t an enjoyable topic to discuss. It can seem unnecessary, complicated, or even uncomfortable. But to ensure the financial security of your loved ones in the event of a tragedy, life insurance should not be avoided. With the new year, you can make an impactful and beneficial [...]
Control the 4 C’s of Holiday Fires
The holidays are a joyous time, but the celebration also marks the 14 worst days of the year for home fires. More household fires occur between December 24 and January 6 than any other two-week stretch of the year. Christmas trees, cooking, candles, and chimneys are all contributing factors. Let’s [...]