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Local residential real estate tax rates
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Here is a look at real estate tax rates per $1,000 of assessed residential value, a factor to consider when purchasing a home. Boston $12.58 Brookline $11.39 Cambridge $8.38 Canton $12.30 Dedham $16.08 Foxboro $14.99...
Recent client testimonials
Monday, February 10, 2014
"You are the best!!! Thanks so much." [Jodi, , Norwood MA, long-time auto and home client, 2014] "Thanks for looking into this for me! You guys have been great to deal with and we've always appreciated that." [Sarah,...
Facts of Life
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Given the staggering cost of college, adequate life insurance is a must for growing families. However, studies show most families are underinsured. Click here for more: Amazing facts about life insurance in the U.S. (...
Back to School
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Did you know a college student living off campus may not be covered by their parent's homeowners policy? A renter's policy would properly cover a student living off campus for personal property and liability. Contact...
F&P Sponsors 28th NVCC Tourney
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Foley Palenscar Schortmann is happy to announce we are the hole-in-one sponsor of the 28th Annual Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament to be held on August 12, 2013 at Easton Country Club. Last year, a...
Flood rates on the rise
Friday, May 10, 2013
In light of the the May 9, 2013 Boston Globe article the Boston Globe regarding flood insurance premiums, here is a primer on flood insurance in Massachusetts: The article states the federal flood insurance program is $...
Drive now, text later
Monday, May 6, 2013
Take the pledge to never text and drive at www.itcanwait.org.
Three Coverages You Should Have
Friday, April 19, 2013
Here is a list of three critical coverages we recommend to all our clients: 1. Umbrella insurance: Umbrella insurance is additional liability coverage designed to better protect an insured in the event of an accident or...
Mass Save and Your Home
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Looking to make some improvements to your home? Contact Mass Save (www.masssave.com). Not only will they perform a complimentary energy efficiency assessment of your home, they will assist you in obtaining rebates on...
Steve Palenscar obtains CIC designation
Friday, March 1, 2013
Steve Palenscar has obtain the Certified Insurance Counselor or "CIC" designation. The CIC involves attending and passing a comprehensive exam at the following institutes: Personal Lines Commercial Casualty Commercial...