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May 17

Auto Safety Features Are There For A Reason

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance car insurance, Car Safety, Personal Insurance

If you’ve purchased a car in the last few years, you’ve probably noticed several new features designed to help protect you on the roadway. And thanks to that advanced engineering and technology, today’s cars are safer than ever. (Having the right auto insurance can protect you on the road, too.) However, a national survey by Erie Insurance found that not…

May 10

Why Small Business Owners Need Life and Disability Insurance

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Small Business

When you decided to go into business for yourself, your first thoughts were most likely excited ideas of what could go right: more freedom, happy customers, increased earning potential. However, your later thoughts may have turned to what could go wrong as well. That’s where insurance steps in to help. As a small business owner, entrepreneur, influencer or freelancer, you…

May 03

Common Misconceptions About Disability Insurance

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Disability Insurance, Life Insurance

Disability insurance is arguably one of the most misunderstood types of insurance. Many believe that it’s unnecessary or irrelevant to them. But according to the 2022 Insurance Barometer Study, half of Americans (49%) say their household would face financial hardship in six months or less if their primary wage earner were to become sick or injured. This article discusses a…

Apr 26

What to Know About Erie’s Extended Water Coverage

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Flood Insurance, Personal Insurance

We can’t say it enough: If it can rain (or snow), it can flood. Flooding can happen in a matter of minutes, or it may creep up slowly, but either way it can cause massive amounts of damage. Unfortunately, most people don't know that their homeowner's policy doesn’t cover flooding. Erie’s Extended Water coverage is here to ease uncertainties and…

Apr 19

Top Three Reasons Why People Buy Life Insurance

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Life Insurance, Personal Insurance

Before you get life insurance coverage, you should understand why you need it. While there are many reasons to buy life insurance, here are the most common. Why Life Insurance

Apr 12

What to Look for When Comparing Auto Insurance Quotes

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Auto Insurance, Personal Insurance

We all know that price is an important factor when it comes to choosing an auto insurer. But making price your only consideration could leave you short on coverage when you need it most. Deductibles, coverage limits, endorsements. There are so many choices. But you don’t need to know everything about auto insurance – that’s our job. Here are 7 things you…

Apr 05

7 Things Business Owners Can Spring Clean Without Picking Up a Mop

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Business Insurance, Small Business, Spring Cleaning

Each year, 78% of Americans tackle spring cleaning in their homes. Did you know that you can do the same thing for your small business – without the mop, bucket and rubber gloves? Here are seven things you can do as a small business owner to refresh your workplace this spring (or any time of year) without breaking too much of…

Mar 29

Baby on Board: Insurance Checkup for New Parents

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Coverage, Life Insurance, Personal Insurance

If you’re about to enter the realm of parenthood, one thing’s for certain: everything in life is about to change. We know you’ve got a lot to prepare for – and your insurance policies probably aren’t top of mind. So here’s a quick list of things you should consider before bringing home your new baby. Baby on Board

Mar 22

How Long Can You Stay on Your Parents’ Car Insurance?

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Auto Insurance, Personal Insurance

If your parents have Erie Insurance for their home or auto needs, you might be happily surprised that you can keep that coverage, whether staying on their auto policy a little longer or simply sticking with the same independent Erie agent, to help you with your insurance needs. Can You Stay on Your Parents' Car Insurance

Mar 15

How to Declutter Your Home, Once and for All

By Joseph W. McCartin Insurance Homeowners, Personal Insurance, Spring Cleaning

While there are many benefits to downsizing, there’s an important question you have to ask yourself before you get started: “What am I going to do with all my stuff?” That’s where decluttering comes in. Put a plan together to tackle the stuff in your home, once and for all. Keep reading for our best decluttering tips. Decluttering Checklist

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