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Dan Frankel
May 6, 20222 min read
Collections & Valuables
Jewelry, fine art, and other collectibles may not be covered by home insurance. These are best practices and features to consider.
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Dan Frankel
May 6, 20221 min read
Take the Valuables Quick Quiz
Most home insurance pays no more than $1,000 total for unscheduled items, subject to your deductible. Take this quiz to learn more.
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Dan Frankel
May 6, 20226 min read
The Specialized Art of the Appraisal
Failure to keep up with the rising value of fine art can be risky, while the correct type of coverage may hedge that risk.
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Dan Frankel
May 6, 20221 min read
Find a Jewelry Appraiser
If it’s been three years since your last jewelry appraisal, an update might be necessary to ensure proper insurance coverage.
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Dan Frankel
May 6, 20222 min read
Special Jewelry Deserves Special Insurance
The hard part about having truly superb jewelry is acquiring it — enjoying it should be easy.
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Dan Frankel
May 6, 20222 min read
Insuring Your Jewelry
Jewelry may be subject to the policy deductible AND a standard, unendorsed home policy is usually capped at $500-$1000 of coverage.
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20222 min read
The Mystical World of Claims Payments Revealed!
There is no worse time to realize you are not properly covered than the moment that you have a claim…
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20223 min read
Home office insurance tips
Home-based businesses are NOT covered by a standard home insurance policy. Ask the right questions to get the right insurance.
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20222 min read
Condominum Coverage Gaps and Pitfalls
Condominium policies for unit owners should dovetail with the master policy and by-laws; ask us to review your coverage for gaps.
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20221 min read
If You Heat Your Home with Oil, Read This
Homes with oil heat may be subject to unique state laws regarding liability and insurance.
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20223 min read
Planning for A Natural Disaster
FEMA recommends having an emergency kit prepared in case of a natural disaster. It should contain...
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20222 min read
Dealing with Ice Dams
The best prevention for ice dams to eliminate the conditions that make it possible for them to form; learn more here.
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Dan Frankel
May 5, 20224 min read
Stormy weather FAQs
Roof damage, a fallen tree, and water in the basement are common losses after a storm. Learn more about insurance in a storm.
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Dan Frankel
May 4, 20222 min read
FAQs on Home Replacement Costs and “Dwelling A” Coverage Limits
How is your home's replacement cost determined, and how much insurance do you need?
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Dan Frankel
May 4, 20222 min read
Why Is the Market Value of My Home Different from the Amount of Insurance I Have?
While the current market value of your home may be lower than you’d like, the cost to rebuild may be higher than you think.
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Dan Frankel
May 4, 20222 min read
Is Your Home Underinsured?
Over 45% of natural-disaster related losses in 2021 were not insured. How would your policy respond to a loss?
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Dan Frankel
May 4, 20224 min read
Ins and Outs of the Massachusetts Homestead Law
The MA Homestead act may protect up to $500k of your home's value, helping protect you and your lifestyle.
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Dan Frankel
May 3, 20221 min read
Business Owners Insurance
Business owners insurance from Acacia Insurance offers the convenience of a packaged policy for small businesses.
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Dan Frankel
May 3, 20221 min read
Commercial Umbrella Insurance
You may be personally liable for a claim which exceeds your commercial liablity limits; umbrella insurance may cover that gap.
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Dan Frankel
May 3, 20221 min read
Cyber Liability
Cyber crime has gone from an "If" to a "When," and the liabilities associated with cyber
exposures can devastate your business.
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