Seventy-five percent of small businesses are underinsured, according to Insurance Journal. Is yours one of them? Running a small business is an adventure—and like any adventure, it comes with risk. Whether you’re managing a store, working from home, or leading a growing team, an unexpected event like a storm, lawsuit, or cyberattack can bring your […]
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You’ve got homeowners insurance, so you’re protected—right? Don’t be so sure. While your policy might cover the basics, there’s a chance it’s missing some critical protections. From floods and earthquakes to home-based businesses and sewer backups, many standard policies fall short in ways that could cost you thousands if disaster strikes. And in today’s world
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If you thought homeowners’ insurance was tricky before, 2025 is really keeping us on our toes. In Part One, we broke down why rates are climbing and what’s behind all the changes. Now in Part Two, we’re getting into the real-world stuff—what you can actually do about it. We’ll talk about easy-to-miss coverage gaps, what
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Owning a home these days can feel like walking a tightrope with your insurance policy. Whether you’re buying your first house, or you’ve been in your home for years, you’ve probably noticed premiums going up and policy details getting more complicated. In 2025, homeowners across the U.S. will continue to grapple with rising rates and
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Co-op Sponsors the 2025 Tour De Farms On Saturday, September 20th, Co-operative Insurance was proud to sponsor the 2025 Tour De Farms, an annual event celebrating Vermont’s vibrant agricultural community. Organized in partnership with ACORN (Addison County Re-localization Network), the Tour brings together cyclists, farmers, and food lovers to support and showcase our local producers.
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Celebrating the Success of the Wish Kids Golf Classic We’re proud to share that this year’s Wish Kids Golf Classic at Ralph Myhre Golf Course brought together an amazing community of supporters — and raised over $23,000 for Make-A-Wish Vermont & Northeast New York! From the first tee to the final putt, the event was
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Most internships keep you stuck in one role. We’ve built something different! At Co-operative Insurance Companies, you’ll get a front-row seat to the wide range of careers in insurance. Explore claims and underwriting, marketing, loss prevention, finance, member services, project management, even HR and facilities management. Our internship is designed to show you the diverse opportunities this industry has to
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Have you noticed your homeowners insurance bill creeping up every year? You’re not alone. In 2025, homeowners insurance costs were up by about 21% on average, with premiums rising faster than inflation. But what if you could make your home safer, prevent expensive damage, and earn discounts of up to 20% on your premium? Smart
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Picture this: you own a thriving bakery. It’s Saturday morning, the busiest day of your week. You’re prepping trays of croissants and muffins when you notice something’s wrong. The walk-in cooler isn’t humming. By the time you check inside, the compressor has failed. The ingredients you bought in bulk? Spoiled, and now your customers are
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We’re proud to announce our team members who have either stepped into new roles or maintained their current roles within the Champlain Valley Association of Insurance Professionals (CVAIP). Join us in celebrating our industry leaders! Kelli-Jo Cloutier has been sworn in as President.Tim Hodson is taking on the role of Vice President.Michele Larocque is staying
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