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title: Insurance Blog | The Russell Agency, LLC in Southport, Connecticut
description: Read the Russell Insurance blog for local, interesting and up-to-date Connecticut insurance news.
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# INSURANCE BLOG

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[**The Cold Truth About Ice Dams** — The wind and snow of winter storms can lead to all kinds of problems for homeowners with tree limbs falling, power — outages leading to frozen pipes and ice leading to slips and falls. After the storm clears, however, your property may be at — risk from another costly problem: ice dams. — When… — Dec 9, 2019](/blog/2019/the-cold-truth-about-ice-dams)

[**How to Protect Your Classic Car** — The collector car market evolves with each generation. While the Silent Generation started collecting cars, it was Baby Boomers who really got it rolling. They fell in love with the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Ford Mustang, the Corvette Stingray, and other iconic vehicles. Along with restoring them,… — Dec 6, 2019](/blog/2019/how-to-protect-your-classic-car)

[**Flood Risk: Know Your Exposure** — In the wake of recent floods that have devastated homes and communities across the nation, many Americans remain without — flood insurance coverage. Even if you think your property is not at risk, take a moment to consider these alarming facts: — 1) 94% of Americans are without Flood Insurance! —… — Dec 4, 2019](/blog/2019/flood-risk-know-your-exposure)

[**Heating your home this winter** — As we settle into the winter months, what can be cozier than enjoying some time in front of a gently burning fire? According to the U.S. Fire Administration, more than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood stoves and other fuel-fired appliances as primary heat sources in their homes. It can… — Dec 2, 2019](/blog/2019/heating-your-home-this-winter)

[**If it looks too good to be true …** — You’ve heard this before: If it looks too good to be true, it’s likely not true. This maxim is particularly applicable when it involves auto insurance. Sometimes, an insurer will give an applicant an amazing premium quote that is significantly lower than what the applicant is currently paying or is… — Nov 27, 2019](/blog/2019/if-it-looks-too-good-to-be-true)

[**Thinking about Airbnb? Consider the implications** — Millions of people use house/ apartment share services like Airbnb, every year. These services match hosts who are looking to rent their dwelling or room for a short period of time with guests. The majority of the matches made by these services are reportedly matches made in heaven. Of course, this… — Nov 25, 2019](/blog/2019/thinking-about-airbnb-consider-the-implications)

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