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When most people think about teen driving risk factors, the number one factor is experience, or lack thereof. While it’s true that teen drivers in New Bedford and across the country have fewer  years of driving experience than most other drivers on the road, it is actually distractions and a couple of other endangering factors that affect safety…

Some people are “dog people” and some people are “cat people.” Unless your cat of choice is an exotic big cat from the jungle, chances are you won’t have any problems with your homeowners insurance. However, if you own one of the top 11 “riskiest” dog breeds, you might have trouble getting renters or homeowners…

According to the City of New Bedford website, homeowners who install pools in their yards must be aware of certain responsibilities required by the city. First, a building permit must be issued and all requirements must be met. One of those requirements includes building a fence around the pool or yard. The fence must be…

Having a safe car is important, whether you are driving back and forth to work every day or are planning on taking a long drive or trip. Basic safety inspections are a great way to determine whether or not your car is safe enough to meet your demands. This article will feature some tips on…

Whether you are just taking a drive to the dog park or planning a road trip across the country, there are some things that you must consider before hitting the road with your pet. This article is for New Bedford pet owners that are looking for new ways to keep their pets safe while they…

Owning a home can be a lot of work, however much of the work associated with home ownership is in prevention. Each season there is a new list of responsibilities that much be completed in order to prepare for the changes in the weather, either to help keep you and your family warm and dry…

At an insurance agency that has been in business for over a century, it’s safe to say that a lot has changed. But one practice that hasn’t changed, according to Jonathan Borden, is dedication to customer service. Borden is president of Borden Insurance Agency, which began in 1909 and which his grandfather, Milton Borden, joined…

Today’s home owners in New Bedford know that security is an essential part of owning their own home. There are lots of options available, such as high-tech security cameras around the property or a security company to monitor and protect the home. Your homeowners insurance agent in New Bedford can probably give you even more…

How many years have you been driving? Ten, twenty, thirty or more? Cars have changed a lot in recent years and so have the rules of the road. It doesn’t matter how many years you’ve got behind the wheel, we can all use a refresher course every now and then. Taking a driver’s safety course…