Category Archives: Blog
Are You Sure That The Personal Property Is Fully Accounted For?
When was the last time that you looked at or updated your personal homeowners insurance policy? Have you made upgrades to your property, purchased new art or jewelry? Do you know what value your property is currently insured for? Have … Continue reading
10 Common Insurance Myths Debunked
At Heller Kowitz Insurance Advisors we hear a lot of misconceptions about insurance and how it actually works. We wanted to help debunk some of those myths, so you can feel more confident in choosing the right policy for you, … Continue reading
Better Check Your Homeowners Policy
Heller Kowitz Insurance Advisors, a partner of Unity Insurance is recommending that all homeowners check their insurance policies after unusually high inflation levels this past year. Standard policies only account for 1-2 percent increases on the value of your home … Continue reading
Several States Consider Long-term Care Tax
In early January, the state of Washington was the first to pass, the Long Term Care Trust Act. This this means that all residents living in the state of Washington now have to pay 58 cents for every $100 they … Continue reading
PREVENTING FREEZE UP – FROZEN & BURST WATER PIPES
Article from Philadelphia Insurance Cold weather freeze-ups can cause vital fire protection systems to malfunction. Cold temperatures can cause sprinkler piping to burst resulting in major water damage to buildings, contents, and equipment. Pipes bursting can also impair automatic sprinkler … Continue reading
House Bill 315
By the Mid-Atlantic Real Estate Investors Association 02/12/2013 Our Elected Representatives Are At It Again! Courtesy of the Property Owners Association, this is an alert that there is yet another attempt to start the process of rent control and increasing … Continue reading
Cyber-Bullying:
Enclosed is a great article written by Lanier Upshaw Risk Managers. A study by the Workplace Bullying Institute in 2010 revealed in a U.S. workforce of 200 million people, 37% allege they were the victims of cyber bullies. This means … Continue reading
59% of Homes Are Underinsured
Did you know that 59% of homes are under insured? Unfortunately one of the most valuable tools to protect your home is often times the most neglected. Your home insurance policy. Enclosed is a great article written by Valeria Weber. … Continue reading
Top 10 Threats to Small Businesses
Great article written by Alyssa Dellacamera from E&B Insurance. Really hits the point of how small business owners should have a sound insurance protection plan. Optimism is the fuel that drives the entrepreneurial spirit, so it isn’t surprising that most small … Continue reading