by Ronald H. Krupa | Auto, Home, Insurance, Life Insurance, Safety, Tips
Spring is finally here, and while we’re all looking forward to blooming flowers and warmer days, the “thaw” brings a hidden risk to your doorstep: water damage. As an independent insurance agency, we see a massive spike in water-related claims every April....
by Ronald H. Krupa | Auto, Home, Safety, Tips
As of April 1, 2026, the Hanson-Milone Boater Safety Act marks a major turning point for recreational boating in the Commonwealth. While the law was passed in early 2025, this year represents the first hard deadline for a large segment of the boating community. For...
by Ronald H. Krupa | Auto, Insurance
Potholes are a frustrating and common problem in February, when freeze-thaw cycles break pavement apart. Hitting a pothole can cause tire blowouts, wheel damage, alignment issues, or even suspension problems. But many drivers aren’t sure whether their insurance covers...
by Ronald H. Krupa | Auto, Safety, Tips
April is distracted driving awareness month. Here are some statistics about the critical issue of distracted driving and ways to cope with the distractions. Help spread the word: Just Drive. Driving Dangers Texting, emailing, accessing social media Watching videos or...
by Ronald H. Krupa | Auto, Maintenance, Safety, Tips
“This year will be the summer of the road trip,” said Aldo Vazquez, public relations spokesman for AAA. With trends showing that travel by planes, trains, ships and buses will decrease, the favored mode of transportation for travelers this summer will be...
by Ronald H. Krupa | Auto
When things go wrong with your vehicle (and they will at some point), you want to find a reputable repair shop that will fix the problem in a timely fashion and not break the bank. MAPFRE Insurance is always looking for ways to help save you money and that’s why we’ve...