Barth Insurance Updates and Information
If you have ever sold anything on Craigslist large or small, you know it can be a frustrating experience. Sometimes attempting to buy or sell an item on Craigslist can even lead to dangerous situations, fraud, theft or something worse. As local insurance professionals we have experienced some bizarre situations involving auto theft through Craigslist and wanted to help arm …
Most think earthquakes only occur in California, but occasionally smaller quakes can rattle our small state of Connecticut. What would you do in the event of an earthquake? Homeowners insurance traditionally does NOT cover earthquake damage and since we have had quite a few earthquakes in Connecticut the past couple of months, people’s homes received damage that was not covered. …
Did you ever hear the saying “15 minutes can save you 15% on your car insurance?” We can bet you’ve not only heard it, but have been inundated with it. We agree those commercials are funny and even iconic, but they really miss the point in terms of the importance of insurance. Sometimes you need more than 15 minutes to …
When it comes to getting a driver’s license in certain states in the U.S., the law is changing and it is pretty complicated so we’re here to dissect it a bit for you. Connecticut, among other states, wants to ensure that all drivers, regardless of their immigration status, are tested, trained, licensed, insured and accountable for their driving records. Unlicensed …
Winter in New England puts unusual demands on both your home and your automobile. There are several steps you can take to save yourself money, time and stress in the middle of the cold winter. In addition to the obvious house maintenance items, there are some crucial preventative tasks that should be performed in order to lessen the chance of …
Is Your Family Prepared For A Fire Emergency? October is fire safety month but we should practice fire safety all year long. Many potential fire hazards go undetected because people simply do not take the necessary steps to fireproof their home. Barth Insurance wants to remind you about Fire Prevention throughout your home to keep your family safe in the …
There will be a significant change in law effective Oct 1st, 2014 that may affect Connecticut homeowners who live near Long Island Sound. For the past several years (since 2007), insurance companies have been permitted to NOT write any home located within 2600 feet to Long Island Sound with having what they called “wind mitigation”. This means homeowners could be …
There are so many questions regarding coverage of specific items within your home in the event of a fire, burglary or other catastrophe. As you may know, your personal property coverage has limits for jewelry, furs, silver, firearms and cash. Homeowners policies usually will have replacement costs coverage for contents, but it is often limited to somewhere between $1,000- $5,000. …
Question: How does the dreaded driver ticket affect your car insurance when you get pulled over and receive a moving violation? Answer: You’re having a great time cruising down the highway enjoying the cool summer wind in your face and then it happens…the lights start flashing in your rear-view mirror, your heart stops for a second and you feel like …
Home Insurance is expensive in Connecticut right now due to the major weather events we’ve experienced over the past few years. Two hurricanes and very brutal winters present a number of challenges to a home. Residents of the Northeast were shoveling their roofs to avoid collapses from the weight of the snow and are cutting down trees to avoid future …
