For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations. So keeping fire safety top of mind in the kitchen during this joyous but hectic time is important, especially when there’s a lot of activity […]
Today, virtually all businesses collect and store personal information about customers, employees and others. The frequency of data breaches – the theft, loss or mistaken release of private information – is on the rise. Data breaches aren’t just a big business problem; small and mid-sized businesses with fewer data security resources are particularly vulnerable. In […]
In recent years, hackers and cyber-thieves have been developing new techniques to infiltrate business’ bank accounts. Early phishing scams were fairly easy to spot: a request from a Nigerian prince or a link purported to take you to your bank’s customer service center were tell-tale signs of suspicious email traffic. It was recommended to never […]
Last Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs and their fans celebrated in Cleveland and Chicago, but a South Florida T-Shirt company began making their celebratory shirts. When the Cubs made the final out in the bottom of the 10th inning in last Wednesday’s game, Atlas Embroidery (one of the many South Florida companies we insure), in Fort […]
Barry Brown, CIC, of BB Insurance Marketing Inc., was recently recognized for professional leadership and advanced knowledge by the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC), a leading national insurance professional organization. Barry was awarded a certificate marking more than fifteen years of participation as a designated CIC, which requires annual completion of advanced education and […]
Everyone loves a good Halloween scare, but not when it comes to safety. Tonight, trick-or-treaters will be out haunting the neighborhoods, and here at BB Insurance Marketing, we want to make sure that you have a safe and happy Halloween. Parents and drivers should take extra care in safeguarding children. Low visibility and heavy pedestrian […]
Everyone loves a good Halloween scare, but not when it comes to safety. On Monday, trick-or-treaters will be stopping by your home, and here at BB Insurance, we want to make sure that everyone has a safe and happy Halloween. Homeowners should take extra care in safeguarding children from the hazards around their homes. An […]
A.M. Best does not anticipate a significant number of rating actions related to Hurricane Matthew, as most rated insurance carriers have sufficient capital and appropriate reinsurance programs in place to effectively absorb this event, according to a new briefing from the ratings company. Hurricane Matthew left a trail of wind and flood damage throughout U.S. […]
Citizens Property Insurance Corp. is urging its policyholders to call Citizens first to report losses following Hurricane Matthew in order to protect themselves from assignment of benefit (AOB) scams, according to a statement from the company. In its warning to its customers, Citizens said, “Unfortunately, unscrupulous contractors and repair companies thrive in the frenzied days […]
Should the U.S. be worried about powerhouse Hurricane Matthew? While it is too early to know for sure, forecasters say there is cause for concern: One forecast shows a direct hit in the Carolinas on Saturday. There are basically two extremely wide-ranging scenarios after it batters the Caribbean: Either a direct hit, anywhere from Florida […]