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Insurance Considerations for Newlyweds: Merging Policies and Coverage

Aug 6 2024 Starting a new journey together as newlyweds is an exciting time filled with hopes, dreams, and plans for the future. Amidst the whirlwind of changes, it’s crucial not to overlook the practical aspects of merging your... more

Help Keep Teen Drivers Safe with Telematics

May 6 2024 As parents, the safety of our teenage drivers is paramount. With road accidents constituting a significant risk for young drivers, leveraging technology to enhance their safety isn't just smart; it's essential.... more

The Essential Guide to Creating a Home Inventory: Why and How

Apr 1 2024 In the aftermath of an unexpected event, such as a fire, theft, or natural disaster, having a comprehensive home inventory can be a lifeline. This detailed list of your possessions not only aids in the homeowner... more

Tips for Towing a Boat Trailer to Reduce Accidents and Insurance Claims

Mar 5 2024 Owning a boat can make weekends and vacations fun and memorable. Follow these tips to help ensure that when you’re towing your boat you’re being as safe as possible to lower the risk of accidents and unwanted insurance... more

Preparing Your Teen Driver for Different Road Conditions and Situations

Dec 4 2023 If you have a young driver in your home, you may be fearful about them driving on their own, especially in bad weather or road construction. Here are some tips to share with them to improve safety by adapting their... more

Defensive Driving Techniques to Avoid Accidents and Insurance Claims

Aug 7 2023 If you want to reduce your risk of traffic accidents and the insurance claims that accompany them - which could cause your premium to go up - you need to drive defensively. Here are some driving tips to help you avoid... more

Benefits of Safe Driving Apps

Jun 2 2023 Many insurance carriers today offer smartphone apps that track telematics to monitor driving. Here’s how they work and how these apps may help you lower your auto insurance premium, along with a few other advantages. ... more

The Importance of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage

Apr 7 2023 Your auto insurance is one of the most important elements of your personal insurance portfolio. But some people purchase only the minimum required liability coverage, not realizing they may be leaving themselves open to... more

What to Check Before Buying a Used Car

Dec 2 2022 With the new car market impacted by shipping delays, many people are choosing to buy used cars lately. And some people only purchase a used vehicle because it saves them money and lets the first owner figure out if it’s... more

Things to Know When Shopping for Home and Auto Insurance

Sep 2 2022 If you’re looking around for home or auto insurance, you may find the process confusing, especially if you’re new to buying coverage and aren’t familiar with the terminology. Here are five essential things you should... more

Benefits of Using a Dash Cam

Aug 6 2021 More and more people these days are choosing to add dash cams to their vehicles, and for good reason. These small cameras can be highly useful to you, especially in the event that you get a traffic ticket or are... more

I Just Bought a New Car. What Insurance Coverage Do I Need?

Jun 5 2020 Congratulations! After weeks of research, comparing makes and models, and taking test drives you finally bought that brand-new car you wanted. But before you take that well-deserved road trip, check one more item off... more

What to Consider When Choosing Auto Insurance

Mar 6 2020 Carrying a minimum amount of auto insurance is required by state laws, so you can’t legally drive without it. Yet while the minimum amount keeps your premiums lower, it can also put you at great risk if you have an... more

How to Protect Your Classic Car

Dec 6 2019 The collector car market evolves with each generation. While the Silent Generation started collecting cars, it was Baby Boomers who really got it rolling. They fell in love with the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Ford Mustang,... more

Summer Driving Tips

Jun 1 2018 Summer’s almost here. The sun will come out of hiding, and people will, too. As crowds swell at the beach, in parks, and even on roadways, it all makes for some challenging driving conditions. More people are out and... more

Tips for Buying a Safe Car

Jan 5 2018 You’ve heard all the talk about driverless cars - but unfortunately, we’re still years away from living in a world where you just tell your car where to go, kick back and relax with a book (or, more likely, your phone).... more

How to Lower Your Auto Insurance Bill

Nov 3 2017 It’s easy to lower your insurance costs - especially if you have a great driving record, or don’t mind having higher deductibles. Who doesn’t want to pay less for car insurance? Billions of dollars are spent on ad... more

Teen Driving Safety

Mar 3 2017 Talking to Your Teen About Safe Driving When teens begin to drive, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Safety Council, the sobering statistics start to pile up:Car... more

Car Shopping With Safety in Mind

Feb 3 2017 You’ve heard all the talk about driverless cars. Yet we’re still years away from living in a world where you can just tell your car where to go and then kick back and relax with a book or your phone. Even still,... more

7 Driving Habits That Are Bad for Your Car

Jan 6 2017 No matter how safe you are behind the wheel, you’ve probably done things like: Shift into drive while the car is still rolling backward. Ride the brakes on steep hills. Roll into the gas station on empty. Guilty? If so,... more

How to Deal With Road Rage

Sep 2 2016 Have you ever noticed that, with roadway anger, it’s always the other guy’s fault? And, it very well could be. The thing is, you can’t control how other people drive. But, you can control how you respond to situations... more

Navigate Rainy Roadways With Care

Apr 1 2016 It’s just rain — how much impact can it really have on your driving? The answer: a lot. You’re likely to experience lower visibility, reduced traction and increased difficulty in handling your car both during and after... more

What to Do After a Car Accident in Winter

Feb 5 2016 Freezing temperatures, gusts of wind, patches of ice – winter can be a horrible time to be on the road, especially if you’re on vacation and aren’t used to driving in winter conditions. And, it’s an even worse time to... more

How to Avoid Animal-Vehicle Collisions

Jan 8 2016 About 2 million times every year, animals and cars collide on U.S. roadways — often causing serious and even fatal injuries to drivers and passengers, along with about $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S.... more

The Right Tires for Winter Driving

Jan 9 2015 It's easy to forget about your tires when it comes to vehicle safety. But with winter weather already in many parts of the country, tires are an important aspect you should keep in mind. Your tires can be the difference... more

Do You Own a Classic Car of the Future?

Jun 3 2013 There's nothing quite like driving a speedy, shiny classic car that turns heads and starts conversations. In fact, the beauty and elegance of old collectibles - like the 1964 Aston Martin DB5, the 1963 Corvette Sting... more

Protect Your Car From Theft

Feb 28 2013 Protect Your Car From Theft Cars are expensive, and no one wants to get theirs stolen. It is a long and complicated process to try and find a car after it's been stolen. The wiser decision would be to make sure that... more

Increasing Gas Mileage in 2013

Feb 12 2013 Feb 12, 2013 With a month under your belt in the New Year, you may find yourself starting to slip with some of your resolutions. Getting back on track can be difficult but not impossible. If you made a resolution to... more

Bizarre Traffic Laws from Around the Country

Dec 14 2012 Bizarre Traffic Laws from Around the Country Traffic law is something that most of us take for granted. In our minds, we assume that it is a simple system where we accept a set of rules for driving and risk being... more

Do you Know How to Drive in the Rain?

Nov 16 2012 Do you Know How to Drive in the Rain? For people that live in extremely rainy areas, driving in the rain isn't a problem. They automatically adjust the conditions and can get around easily enough without slipping,... more

Tips for Preparing for Your Holiday Driving Trip

Nov 1 2012 Millions of Americans will do some traveling this holiday season - the majority of it by car. Of course, winter weather creates a unique set of challenges on the roadways, whether you're simply driving around in St.... more

Drinking and Driving

Oct 12 2012 Drinking and Driving For a practice so routinely and vehemently advised against and for an action that bears with it so high a legal and moral consequence, the act of drinking and driving is still carried out at... more

When the Kids Head for College, Put “Insurance 101" on Your Class List

Sep 5 2012 It's an exciting time when your child heads off to college. Whether they're attending school in Florida or have moved all the way across the country, there were a ton of things to get done last month, but did you... more

Prepare for Driving In Bad Weather Before You Hit the Road

Feb 1 2012 Rain, fog, sleet, snow, ice and wind... bad weather is the enemy of every driver in Florida. Harbor Insurance Group wants you and your employees to be safe. Even if you are satisfied that your vehicle and all of its... more



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