Category: Auto Insurance
Halloween Safety: What Your Auto and Homeowners Insurance Should Cover This Season
October 16, 2026
Halloween is one of the busiest nights of the year for pedestrians, with trick-or-treaters of all ages moving through neighborhoods after dark. Between excited kids...
Rising Home and Auto Insurance Costs in Rochester: How to Save Without Cutting Coverage
October 7, 2026
Rochester-area home and auto insurance costs are rising. Learn practical ways to lower premiums through deductibles, discounts, and accurate policy details—without sacrificing essential coverage.
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...
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.
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...
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:...
Back-to-School Season: Does Your Auto Insurance Cover a Teen Driver?
August 1, 2026
Every August, millions of families prepare for back-to-school, and for households with a newly licensed teen, that checklist includes an important question: Is your auto...
Does Your Auto Insurance Cover Rideshare Driving? What You Need to Know
July 1, 2026
Rideshare driving has become a popular way for millions of Americans to earn extra income. Whether you drive for a transportation network company full time...
Summer Road Trips and Your Auto Insurance: What Every Driver Should Know
June 16, 2026
School is out, the days are longer, and millions of Americans are gearing up for summer road trips. Before you load up the car and...
Watch This Month’s $50 Visa Gift Card Referral Raffle Winner
May 31, 2026
Every month, we like to take a moment to say thank you to the people who continue to refer their friends, family members, neighbors, and...
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