Discussions about dogs are often very emotional, given how we treat them as family members.  Most people love their dogs and can never imagine them causing harm.

Unfortunately, as insurance agents, we may have to tell a prospect or client that we...

I have been exposed to insurance since I was a little girl. My father, Jack McBriarty, started an agency in Milford, NH, in1985 and often said that being an insurance agent is a secure career because everyone needs it. Though true, he could not have...

You are a careful business owner who works hard to protect your business. Perhaps you have fire extinguishers, a burglar alarm and a work-safety program. As careful as you can be, there are still events that can happen to your business that can...

You don't own a boat, you own a lifestyle. Whether you have a small skiff, large yacht, swift Jet Ski or anything in between, you love floating freely on the open water. Because you care greatly about your boat, ensure that it is properly protected...

Starting a new business can be an exciting, yet stressful time. The demands and requirements can be overwhelming; however, with the proper team in your corner, including an attorney, accountant and insurance agent, you can focus on what you need to...

It may seem like a story of David and Goliath. David is Milford working with a mostly volunteer fire department, while Goliath is the Insurance Services Office (ISO), a large advisory organization that consults with the nation's property and...

The relationship between a small business and its employees can be like marriage. When the relationship is new, it can be filled with promises, expectations and high hopes for both parties. However once the honeymoon period ends, perspectives can...

For many NH small businesses it may not seem likely to become the victim of a cyber crime, but think again. Cyber attacks are on the rise, and small businesses are a welcome target for hackers because they can lack the safeguards of larger...

Running a business is a challenge You need to constantly react to the needs of your clients and staff. This constant pull may have you take your eye off a potentially fraudulent situation with an employee. But keep your eyes open as it is not...

Lyle Fulkerson of HPM Insurance in Milford will help to improve the experience of Safeco Insurance customers after being selected as a participant on the company’s Northeast Region Agent Advisory Council.