The Upside Blog

Americans are paying more for car insurance than ever before according to the 2018 State of Auto Insurance Report — current rates are 20 percent higher than they were in 2011, and rates have increased six percent within just six months. With car insurance rates continuing to increase, it’s no...

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According to SHRM, 59% of U.S. employers allow employees to work from locations outside of the office. And as technology continues to get better, we see that percentage increasing in the future. In order to understand the insurance concerns for telecommuters and employees on business travel,...

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  Life insurance is a crucial step in planning for your future. Not only can life insurance provide assurance for your family if you are no longer around, there are life insurance policies that offer benefits while you are living. At Gunn-Mowery, we understand the life insurance needs of our...

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Most of us worry about the dangers of snow in the winter, but what about freezing?  The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety says a frozen pipe that bursts can cause more than $5,000 in water damage. “We see about 2,200 claims per day during an average January winter,” says...

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        In today’s economy, everyone is pinching pennies. So why worry about umbrella coverage? Shouldn’t a home and auto policy leave you adequately covered? Unfortunately, we live in a world of lawsuits. Large damages can be awarded, be extremely expensive and have...

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Prepare Your Business for Flooding More often than not, floods can arise without warning—the fickle nature of weather in the United States only exacerbates the unpredictability of floods, especially with so many areas susceptible to flooding. One unexpected severe storm can trigger widespread,...

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According to Deloitte’s Annual Holiday Consumer Survey, online spending continues to grow and is expected to account for 57 percent of all purchases in 2018. Desktops and laptops will represent a third of total spending (34 percent), a slight decrease from 36 percent in 2017. The growth in...

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  Central Pennsylvania is a tricky region to be a NFL football fan due to our close proximity to multiple major cities. We have die hard Philadelphia Eagles fans, crazy Pittsburgh Steelers fans, Baltimore Ravens fanatics, Washington Redskin groupies, New York Giants and Jets supporters. Oh and...

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We often hear people say that the dwelling coverage of their home is way too high compared to a recent appraisal or market value. It is important to understand that these values are not related. There are many different factors used for a home appraisal and/or value determination when selling. Some...

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