You might think you have your act together when it comes to student car insurance. College life is hectic, and money is always short. To lighten the load, you did your homework to get the best possible rate. Or did you?...

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Congratulations! Your child (technically, now an adult) just graduated college and is embarking on the transition into real adult life. For new college graduates, it’s an exciting time filled with many “firsts.” They...

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Finding the right pet insurance policy is a lot like housebreaking a puppy: It takes time, patience and knowledge. In fact, with terms such as per condition, per year, lifetime coverage, time limited, coverage reset,...

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Sometimes, a basic homeowner's policy just isn't enough. So as your career advances and your income increases, it's important to keep your insurance protection up to date. This helps you avoid expensive gaps in coverage...

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In today’s digital world, slander and libel lawsuits are more common than you may think. Comments made in haste or anger on social media can have lasting and far-reaching effects on a person’s reputation or character,...

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One of the most certain things in life is uncertainty. Your dog could bite the neighbor’s kid. Your teen driver could hit a cyclist. A guest could fall down your stairs. A rainy morning commute on worn-out tires could...

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The holidays can be a great time to get out of town to visit family you rarely get to see, hit the slopes or flee to the beach. Regardless of how you spend your time away, you need to ensure your house stays safe while...

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If you're like most people, there are certain items you own that you can't imagine ever losing - possessions you deeply cherish or those that would be impossible to replace due to the cost of re-purchasing them or...

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While fall and winter have their own pleasures, longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even though nighttime driving accounts for just 23%...

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Everyone wants to keep their home safe from burglars or intruders, but not everyone wants to have an alarm system installed. There are plenty of people who prefer the do-it-yourself route, whether it's home improvement...

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Fall is a wonderful time to be outside on your bike, thanks to the crisp, cool weather and changing colors of the landscape. Staying safe on the road in autumn requires some special precautions, however. Because we at...

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For most of us, the Fourth of July is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, having fun and creating memories - whether at home or away But for some families, the holiday is a nightmare. Each year, homes in...

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As the second Sunday of May nears, it's time to think of ways to celebrate mothers - although, of course, that's a worthy pursuit at any time of year! At Masterpole-Murphy, we thought it would be fun to give you a...

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Spring is a time of new beginnings in Syracuse - and now is a great time to take on some cleaning and organization tasks around your home. If you're anything like many of us here at Masterpole-Murphy, some of these...

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Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 10, 2013, for most places in the United States, so don't forget to set your clock forward one hour. We here at Masterpole-Murphy want to remind you it's also a great time to...

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It goes without saying that keeping yourself and your family healthy through the winter months in Syracuse can be a challenge. When you combine chillier temps, housebound days - not to mention kids passing around colds...

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You'll no doubt hear the phrase "Happy Holidays!" about a thousand times over the next month. Here at Masterpole-Murphy, we'd like to change that a little bit: "Happy - and Safe - Holidays!" While the holidays certainly...

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It's a night full of treats for both kids and adults in Syracuse. But a number of factors - including lots of people walking in the dark, the threat of wet and stormy weather, strangers coming to your door - mean that...

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Why should I have a home inventory? - Your furniture and appliances, clothing, sports or hobby equipment, and electronic goods are all regarded as personal property. Like many people in New York, you may own much more...

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