When you look at your homeowner’s insurance policy, you’ll notice a number that may surprise you: the “dwelling value” or “replacement cost” of your home. Many homeowners mistakenly equate this …
Thanksgiving Safety Essentials
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, it’s time for our annual safety reminders. Thanksgiving remains one of the most cherished holidays of the year—a moment to gather with friends and family, share …
Top 5 Winter Insurance Claims and How to Avoid Them
As December approaches and temperatures begin to fall, now is the time to prepare your property for the challenges of winter weather. This season’s forecast calls for colder and snowier …
Living by the Coast: What to Know About Insurance on Cape Cod
Cape Cod living offers something truly special: access to the ocean, small-town charm, and a sense of community that’s hard to find elsewhere. But owning property near the water also …
Fall Gatherings and Host Liquor Liability: What Every Host Should Know
As autumn brings crisp air, vibrant foliage, and festive gatherings, it also introduces responsibilities for hosts that go beyond food and fun. Serving alcohol at fall events—from football watch parties to Friendsgiving dinners—can create legal and financial risks if guests become impaired. Understanding host liquor liability and adding protections like an umbrella policy can help safeguard both your guests and your peace of mind this season.
Insuring a Home with Knob & Tube Wiring: What Homebuyers Need to Know
For many homebuyers, older properties come with undeniable charm: historic details, unique architecture, and character you can’t find in new construction. But behind the walls, these homes sometimes carry risks, …
2025 Hurricane Season Forecast: Insurance and Preparedness Tips You Need Now
In this blog, we discuss 5 ways to be prepared for hurricane season.
Deland, Gibson Named a 2025 Best Practices Agency
WELLESLEY HILLS, MA, 8/6/2025 – Deland, Gibson Insurance Associates, Inc. has been named a 2025 Best Practices Agency, a prestigious recognition awarded to top-performing independent insurance agencies across the country. …
The Real Cost of Cybercrime And How Cyber Insurance Can Protect You
In the world of insurance, new risks are constantly emerging, but few have grown in both scale and impact as rapidly as cybercrime. As businesses increasingly rely on cloud platforms, …
Insuring High-Value Collections: Art, Jewelry, and Wine
For many high-net-worth individuals, personal collections are more than possessions, they’re investments, legacies, and personal expressions of passion. Whether it’s a rare painting, a custom-made piece of jewelry, or a …