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Permissive Use and Household Drivers: Is Your Newly Licensed Teen Covered?
September 10, 2026
When a teenager earns a learner’s permit or driver’s license, the cost of auto insurance can be an unwelcome surprise. That sometimes leads families to...
Life Insurance Awareness Month: How Much Coverage Do You Really Need?
September 7, 2026
Why Life Insurance Awareness Month Matters Every September, the life insurance industry recognizes Life Insurance Awareness Month, an effort to encourage more people to think...
Garage Fire Damaged Your Car: Which Insurance Policy Pays?
September 4, 2026
If a garage fire damages your home, belongings, and vehicle, more than one insurance policy may be involved. Learn why comprehensive auto coverage matters.
Disaster Preparedness for Small Businesses: Why a Continuity Plan Matters
September 4, 2026
National Preparedness Month Is a Reminder for Business Owners, Too Every September, FEMA's National Preparedness Month encourages individuals and organizations to think ahead about how...
Does Your Business Insurance Travel With You? Coverage for Festival Vendors
September 4, 2026
Outdoor festivals, art shows, farmers markets, and pop-up events are great opportunities for local businesses to meet customers and sell their products. They also raise...
Rising Copper Prices and Theft Risk: How Property Owners Can Protect Themselves
September 3, 2026
Rising copper prices can increase theft risk. Learn practical steps homeowners, landlords, and commercial property owners can take to protect buildings.
Back-to-School Driving: Insurance Tips for Teen and Student Drivers
September 2, 2026
September means school buses, morning carpool lines, and for many families, a new teen driver on the road. Whether your teenager is driving themselves to...
Recognizing Latino History Month: The Value of Insurance Education in Every Community
September 1, 2026
Honoring Latino History Month Beginning in mid-September, Latino History Month, also observed as National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizes the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic...
Congratulations to Our August 2026 Referral Raffle Winner, Brooke Monteneri!
August 27, 2026
Congratulations to Brooke Montemarie, VanScoter Insurance Agency’s August 2026 referral raffle winner. Learn how referrals earn a thank-you gift and an entry for a chance...
Does Car Insurance Cover Slashed Tires? What New York Drivers Should Know
August 26, 2026
When more than a dozen vehicles were recently found with damaged tires on East Avenue in Rochester, it raised a practical question for every driver:...
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