Coronavirus has undoubtedly hit small businesses pretty hard. Many employers have reached out to us asking if we know of any helpful resources during this time. The good news is, we do, so we decided to compile all of the small business aids for COVID-19 we know about in one place for your convenience! If […]
How to stay productive while working from home
Working from home is usually a choice, but due to the COVID-19 outbreak, most employees no longer have another option. Even though it has undoubtedly grown in popularity, some people do not thrive in a remote work environment. So, how do you stay productive while working from home? We have some tips and tricks our […]
How insurance carriers are handling Coronavirus
Our urgent line is available after hours and weekends for anyone with questions, just call 301-431-0000 and follow the prompts for the urgent line. 4/2/2020: UHC Extends COVID-19 Special Open Enrollment 7:19 P.M. – UnitedHealthcare has extended the COVID-19 Special Enrollment Period (SEP) to April 13, and employers with multiple plan options also can buy […]
Preventing water damage after winter
Spring has almost sprung, but before it’s too late, there are a couple of steps to take so winter weather won’t come back to bite you. Besides the obvious like snow causing a roof collapse, winter weather poses a silent threat. Freezing water sitting for all of the winter thaws when the weather warms up […]
The Coziest Restaurants in the DMV
Winter is wrapping up, so it’s your last chance to take advantage of the coziest restaurants in the D.C., Maryland, Virginia area before al fresco dining season starts. We are an insurance agency full of foodies! We love to eat and share the places we frequent. Here are some of our recommendations for restaurants sure […]
Why you need pet insurance
If you ask a room full of pet owners in their 20s whether they would rather have medical insurance for themselves or pet insurance for their dog or cat, you’ll be surprised at the results. The demand for pet insurance is skyrocketing. In fact, according to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association, 2018 saw […]
How to Transform Your Company Culture With Virtual Tacos, 94% Days,a Chipotle Buffet, and a Car Wash
Every day we hear from companies trying to change their benefit package to help attract and retain their best employees. Most of them think they just need to spend more money on their benefits. The truth might be the opposite. Transforming or improving a company’s culture does not have to cost a lot of money. […]
Summer Home Maintenance Tips
For many, there is no better time of the year than summertime to be outside in the yard enjoying the weather and sunshine. Warm temperatures and longer days make the perfect backdrop for picnicking, barbecuing or just enjoying drinks and snacks on the deck or patio. Your home in the summer should be a source […]
Prevent Frozen Pipes
With record-breaking cold temperatures spreading across the country, it is more important than ever to protect your home. One of the most preventable, but potentially disastrous, issues caused by cold weather is frozen pipes. Fortunately, we are here to help with some proactive steps to avoid a potentially huge water damage claim from a burst pipe! […]
Do you need service line insurance from the water or gas company?
It seems that every major utility company is now promoting “service line coverage” as “recommended insurance protection” to their customers. What is this and do you need it? First, let’s break down what service line coverage is and what it covers. When an EXTERIOR service line such as your water line, sewer […]