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  • Why You Need Personal Offense Coverage

    In today’s digital world, slander and libel lawsuits are more common than you may think. Comments made in haste or anger on social media can have lasting and far-reaching effects on a person’s reputation or character, so it’s easier than ever to libel, slander, or invade a person’s privacy. Even if you apologize, you can […]

    October 8, 2020

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    10 Things to do to Prepare Your Home for Fall

    Fall is a wonderful time — if your home is ready for it. So enjoy the last few weeks of warmer weather, but do a little preventative maintenance while you’re at it. You’ll fix small problems before they become big, and big ones before they become catastrophes. Here are 10 tips to help: Look up. […]

    September 22, 2020

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    Keep Cool — While Keeping Your Energy Costs Down

    Two-thirds of households in America have air conditioners, according to the U.S. Department of Energy — and they spend a total $11 billion each year running them. Our guess is that most of those households (which may include yours!) wouldn’t mind spending a little less to keep their homes cool. Because as great as it […]

    September 4, 2020

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    Swimming and Summer are a Perfect Combination — but Make Sure to Include Safety

    When the sun is out and the weather gets warm, people flock to the water — whether it’s the beach, lakes, rivers or a backyard pool. But wherever there’s water, there’s also danger lurking beneath the surface, even if you don’t live in an area with alligators or other threats. That danger? Drowning. According to […]

    August 8, 2020

  • Valvano Insurance Agency’s – Food for Thought Newsletter – 8/4/2020

    We hope you and yours are continuing to be safe and healthy!! August 4, 2020 The newsletter for today’s food production, processing, and distribution insurance shopper. Food Industry News Recall: Thomson Onions linked to Salmonella Newport outbreak. Read More Since Sliced Bread Podcast: COVID-19: A supermarket CEO’slessons learned Read More Consumer Trends: B&G Foods benefiting […]

    August 7, 2020

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    Tips for Power Tool Safety

    What would you do without power tools? Well, you’d probably take on fewer home-improvement projects — and probably have a lot more calluses on your hands. Thankfully, you don’t have to do without. But you do have to use tools safely, if you want to do good work and keep all of your fingers and […]

    July 21, 2020

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    Valvano Insurance Agency’s – COVID-19 Update Newsletter – 7/10/2020

    We hope you and yours are continuing to be safe and healthy!! July 10, 2020 New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub An extensive resource for NJ Residents looking for information on all aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Information includes: Where can I get tested? Do I show symptoms? Reopening Information What are the safety guidelines for patronizing […]

    July 10, 2020

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    What is water backup coverage and why is it important?

    Water damage can be disastrous to your home. Imagine discovering that your entire basement is filled with brown water and sewage from a backed-up water main or other pipe. It’s not only disgusting and potentially dangerous, it’s also expensive. On average, most water backup claims cost $5,000-$10,000 to repair. Water backup coverage is optional coverage […]

    July 8, 2020

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    Happy National Donald Duck Day!

    Or as Donald would say: Quakshhh quakshhh quakshhh!   Fun Facts about Donald: Donald is 86 years old today! Donald first appeared on June 9, 1934 in The Wise Little Hen. Donald’s first appearance with Mickey Mouse was in the 1934 film Orphan’s Benefit. Middle Name: Fauntleroy Donald has appeared in more animated features than […]

    June 9, 2020

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    How to Update your Home — Without Spending Thousands

    It doesn’t take a massive remodel, or a big budget, to make your house feel a little more like home to you. Inside or out, small improvements can make a significant difference — and whether you’re handy or not, you can handle most of them yourself. Don’t believe it? Just check out our list of […]

    June 8, 2020