Chalmers Blog - Personal Lines Insurance
Why Insurance Premiums Are Going Up
May 31, 2023 6 minute read
Why Insurance Premiums Are Going Up
If you own a home, you may have noticed a recent increase in your insurance premium. Why is this? In this post, we’ll help you understand why premiums are rising, and why a yearly review of your coverage with an independent agent is critical.
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Why Chalmers Insurance Group Is the Perfect Fit for Me
May 23, 2023 4 minute read
Why Chalmers Insurance Group Is the Perfect Fit for Me
Curious about what it's like to work at Chalmers? In this blog post, I share why insurance is a great industry to get into, especially working for an organization with strong core values and excellent work-life balance.
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Everything You Need to Know About Insuring Your Teen Driver in Maine and New Hampshire
April 27, 2023 6 minute read
Everything You Need to Know About Insuring Your Teen Driver in Maine and New Hampshire
You may be wondering whether your teenager needs their own auto insurance policy or if they can be added to yours. In this blog post, we outline your options.
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Tips for Navigating Your Auto Insurance in 2023
March 30, 2023 3 minute read
Tips for Navigating Your Auto Insurance in 2023
In this blog post, we outline some of the reasons why auto rates have been rising. We also provide our best tips for finding affordable coverage. 
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Your Severe Cold Weather Survival Guide
February 2, 2023 5 minute read
Your Severe Cold Weather Survival Guide
An arctic cold front is headed for Maine and New Hampshire. Here are some tips and steps you can take to make insurance losses less likely during this severe weather.  
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How to Avoid 5 Common Winter Home Insurance Claims
October 31, 2022 3 minute read
How to Avoid 5 Common Winter Home Insurance Claims
Around this time of year, insurance agents like us, get a little nervous. Colder days are coming and with that, we will start to see common winter home insurance claims. We know it’s not fun to think about the snow, single-digit temperatures or winter hazards when it’s been a beautiful, mild fall. But trust us, it’s best to start preparing now.
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Motorcycle Safety Tips
May 16, 2022 3 minute read
Motorcycle Safety Tips
Riding a motorcycle can be exhilarating—the wind in your face and the sun on your back—but taking the right precautions before hitting the road is important for everyone’s safety.
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6 Tips for Saving Money on Gasoline
April 13, 2022 3 minute read
6 Tips for Saving Money on Gasoline
Gasoline prices are soaring across the country, and many motorists are feeling the pinch as they fill up their vehicles. Here are 7 tips that can help minimize your gasoline expenses.
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One Text Or Call Could Wreck It All
April 7, 2022 2 minute read
One Text Or Call Could Wreck It All
Distracted driving is a serious safety hazard that contributes to a significant number of accidents on the road—approximately eight deaths and 1,095 injuries per day.
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Auto Insurance Rates Are Increasing. Here's Why.
January 17, 2022 3 minute read
Auto Insurance Rates Are Increasing. Here's Why.
Covid-19 is continuing to take its toll around the globe. Inflation, supply chain issues and labor shortages are impacting nearly every aspect of society, and unfortunately that includes auto insurance. In this post, we will take a look at several key factors impacting auto insurance premiums. We'll also explain how we can help you navigate a potential increase in rates.
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Avoid This Common Winter Home Insurance Claim
December 10, 2021 5 minute read
Avoid This Common Winter Home Insurance Claim
At Chalmers Insurance, we’ve been in business for over 160 winters. Unfortunately we've seen our fair share of winter and weather related claims. In today's blog post, we will share what we've learned about ice dams: what causes them and how to prevent them. 
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