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Can My Life Insurance Company Ever Cancel My Policy?
If you have purchased whole life insurance, your policy should continue in effect until you die, at which time death benefits are paid to your beneficiaries. If you have purchased term life insurance, it should continue until the expiration date of the policy. Although you can cancel your life insurance policy at any time, the…
Read MoreWriting Your Will: Common Questions & Simple Tips
Have you thought about your final wishes in life? We know it’s not a particularly fun topic to discuss. But the truth is, writing a will is an important step to help your loved ones in the event of your passing. (So is choosing the right life insurance.) If you’re one of the 60% of…
Read MoreApplying For Collector Car Insurance? Make Sure You Take These Steps Beforehand
Unlike most vehicles, collector cars appreciate in value. This means specialized insurance requirements for these vehicles. If you are becoming a classic car owner, you need to know the following before purchasing a collector car insurance policy. Eligibility For Collector Car Insurance Classic or Antique Vehicle To qualify for collector car insurance, your vehicle must…
Read MoreWill Special Event Insurance Cover My Event?
Hosting an event such as a wedding can be a costly undertaking. Special event insurance is designed to protect your investment. It can help cover your costs in case you need to cancel unexpectedly (if the bride or groom gets cold feet, for example). It can also help protect you from liability for injury or…
Read MoreI’m Young & Healthy: Do I Really Need Life Insurance?
If you’re young and healthy, you may think it’s too early to buy life insurance. The truth is, buying life insurance young can save you money – lots of it. Purchasing a life insurance policy in your 20s or 30s is a smart move, even if you don’t believe you need it yet. Younger Equals…
Read MoreStay-At-Home Safety Check: How To Outsmart 4 Common Risks
Even though some states have started easing restrictions due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, you still may be spending most of your time at home. (See how ERIE is responding to the pandemic in our COVID-19 Information Center.) With warmer weather, perhaps you’ve started tackling new projects like digging a garden, landscaping, or teaching your…
Read MoreAvoid Common Home Accidents During The Summer
Summer is the season of outdoor adventures such as swimming, boating, and trips. It is also a time when many minor or more serious accidents can occur. The following tips can help you keep your family and friends safer by preventing some common summertime home accidents and injuries. Sunburn Damage from the sun is one…
Read MoreShare Your Driving Data To Potentially Help Lower Business Auto Insurance Costs
EnRoute, Erie Insurance’s commercial telematics program, makes it easy for business auto insurance customers to share their driving data and thereby potentially lower business auto premiums and reduce driving risk. EnRoute uses driving and vehicle data from telematics devices to help business owners recognize how choices, such as routes, driver actions, and the types of vehicles…
Read MoreHow Is Contractors General Liability Insurance Different From Standard Commercial Liability Insurance?
Any business needs general liability insurance. Contractors, subcontractors, and independent tradesmen need this type of coverage, not only to protect their business, but often as a requirement for the job. Trades that need contractors general liability insurance include construction, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, and masons. What Is Standard Commercial Liability Insurance? Commercial general liability (CGL)…
Read MoreHow To Design A Top-Notch Employee Benefits Package
While the COVID-19 pandemic has spawned an unprecedented wave of unemployment, many economists are predicting a strong recovery. Those employers offering great benefits packages will have a clear edge retaining existing employees and attracting the best talent over the long haul. Here are 5 ways to develop a top-notch benefits package that keeps employees happy…
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