by Greg Guenther | Aug 23, 2021 | Blog
This past year marked the 65th year that we have been in business! Achieving longevity in any field always means that you have done and are doing something the right way. Here at Burns & Cotter, Inc., that “Something”, has always meant putting our customers first....
by courtneybuteau | Aug 11, 2021 | Blog
If you have a “classic” car, you probably can insure it much less expensively if you purchase a Classic Car of Antique Car policy, but there are very strict guidelines that apply. Here are six common restrictions: Age: Most companies set 25 years as the minimum...
by Dave Herbst | Jul 14, 2021 | Automotive, Blog
Distracted driving is becoming a major contributor to car crashes. The National Highway Safety Administration says that in 2014, over 3,000 people were killed as a result of crashes involving a distracted driver. In addition, another more than 431,000 were injured in...
by courtneybuteau | May 24, 2021 | Blog
With the growth in car services such as Uber or Lyft, many people are using their own cars in these services and assuming their automobile policy will cover their risks. Unfortunately, that is simply not true. There is an exclusion for commercial use of...
by courtneybuteau | Jan 22, 2021 | Blog
Homeowners may not realize it but when cold weather approaches, water and fire hazards increase. Here are some common cold weather issues and what you can do to prevent them from happening in your home. Water can quickly turn into costly home damage. Help safeguard...
by courtneybuteau | Dec 21, 2020 | Blog
Winter driving is the toughest of the year. Here are some tips to stay safe when driving in bad conditions. Inspect your tires for issues with air pressure and tread. This isn’t the place to save – replace them if they’re worn. Keep your cellphone fully...
by courtneybuteau | Nov 15, 2020 | Blog
The most frequent cause of flooding in your home isn’t because water leaks in from the outside! It’s from water that you brought in yourself. That’s right it is from your own waterlines already in the house. Even bigger than overflowing sinks, bathtubs and toilets,...
by courtneybuteau | Nov 2, 2018 | Blog
Below are four tips for avoiding identity theft and fraud. 1. Pay attention to email security. Use strong passwords for all financial accounts, but especially your email account. If it’s vulnerable, all of your other accounts will be, too. Use an especially secure...
by courtneybuteau | Sep 27, 2018 | Blog
Here’s a list of the 10 most dangerous states for senior drivers. And, guess which one is worst? 10. Delaware Approximately 16 percent of residents are age 65 or older and in 2014, Caring.com found that 22 percent of drivers killed in car crashes fell into that...
by courtneybuteau | Aug 10, 2018 | Blog
More than 90 people die each day in car accidents and another 3 million are injured. Two thirds of those experience long term or even permanent injuries. Wearing a seat belt reduces your risk of death by 45% and your risk of serious injury by 50%. Yet of those killed...
