It has been very busy at the agency over the last 2 months and I did not realize that I was supposed to write a blog for the agency this week. I know this sounds like an excuse but I was still able to find a great info-graphic from our partners at Travelers Indemnity that…

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Discover real risk to church property associated with water damage. Read why a water sensor system is an effective loss control measure for churches. Water is powerful. One of the most famous stories in the Old Testament involves the parting of the waters of the Red Sea. Film and drawings have etched the divine acts…

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There are many reasons commercial auto rates are rising and as a business-owner you can control some of them. Inexperienced Drivers-A shortage of drivers caused by high demand, a retiring workforce and drivers leaving the industry. This turnover has put the industry in flux. As hiring standards are lowered more accidents are going to occur.…

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Over 1.5 billion tons of hazardous materials are transported throughout the United States annually, according to the US Department of Transportation and Commerce. Are you capable of sustaining a loss resulting in environmental damage? While uncommon, accidents happen, and the time to protect yourself from a financial loss is before it occurs. With the right…

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Read about the connection between skilled trade contractors and revitalization. Learn why trade contractors need the protection of property and liability insurance. Public Square in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, is lighting up with the construction of Sherwin-Williams’ new headquarters. Its design is a sparkling complement to the mixed-use transformation that has occurred around Public Square in…

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Water damage claims continue to mount for insurance companies and newer technology is available to reduce or even eliminate these losses. One of our partner companies reported in 2022 41% of their property losses were related to interior water damage. Frozen pipes, broken water supply lines or failure of Polybutylene pipe. No matter the cause…

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Today we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. Everybody is familiar with Dr King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, but some of Dr. King’s lessor known quotes are as poignant as ever today. Here are a few. “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to…

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Learn practical New Year resolutions for investment property businesses. Read helpful Happy New Year tips for investment property owners and managers. Unlike typical New Year resolutions, investment property businesses require commitment. If that commitment includes a balanced combination of cheerfulness and seriousness, all the better. In the spirit of balancing New Year cheer with thoughtful…

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Preventing Ice dams on your Church’s roof. Christmas is a week away! Do you remember the below 0 weather last Christmas? I do and I clearly remember all of the calls the agency received 2 weeks later when the weather warmed up and Churches started calling us that water was dripping thru the ceiling of…

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Learn why your local independent insurance agent is much more than a salesperson.  Read about customer commitment and your local independent insurance agent. The core of every business is customers. Without customers, there is no market. As an independent insurance agency, Richey-Barrett Insurance strives to be present, for real, for our customers. As we remind…

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