Types of Insurance Fraud
The National Insurance Crime Bureau reports: about 10% or more of property-casualty insurance claims may be fraudulent. These crimes add up to billions of dollars in fraudulent insurance claims every year. Even if you haven’t suffered a direct loss, you are still a victim of insurance fraud because it causes higher insurance premiums for all of us, raising taxes, and inflating prices for consumer goods. Read about three of the most common insurance related fraud below.
Hosting the Holidays: Tips to Prevent Accidents
Holidays can be a time of hosting fun celebrations with family and friends at home. Amidst the holiday cheer, homeowners should take measures to prevent accidents from occurring. According to NFPA, in 2019, the three leading dates for home structure fires caused by cooking were: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Follow some of these holiday hosting tips to prevent accidents from occurring in your home.
Homeowners Insurance Tips for Halloween
For many families, Halloween is one of their favorite days of the year. Along with preparing a for a fun night of festivities, it’s important to take time to make sure our family and homes are safe.
Fire Prevention Tips for Homeowners
Nobody expects a fire to occur in their home or property, however, accidents do occur. If you are not careful, a small fire can become devastating within a matter of seconds. Some of the most common types of fires include heating fires, cooking/kitchen fires, candles or open flame fires, and wildfires. As a homeowner, it is important you know your risk of a fire occurring, how to prevent a fire, and what to do in the event of a fire. By following some of the fire safety information below, you ca
4 Contractor Fraud Red Flags
In the summer months, Floridians can be faced with 5 o’clock showers or intense hurricanes which can potentially cause damage to our homes. Be alert post-storms for possible contractor scams coming to your door offering services and deals which are too good to be true. To avoid getting scammed, be aware of 4 contractor fraud red flags.
Florida Lightning Safety Tips
Florida is considered the “lightning capital” of the country, with more than 2,000 lightning injuries over the past 50 years. To help protect yourself, always monitor the weather and follow some of our tips to minimize the risk of a lightning accident.