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Three Claims That Are Killing Your Rental Property Investment — And What You Can Do About It

If you own rental property, you’ve probably asked yourself this at some point: That’s a fair question. And I’ve got a real answer for you — not a generic insurance-company non-answer. I ran two years of internal claims data on…

  • Dave
  • May 5, 2026
  • Insurance Facts, Local Insurance Agent

The Postmark on Your Mail Doesn’t Prove When You Mailed It Anymore — Here’s What Changed

If you’ve ever dropped something important in a blue USPS mailbox on the last day of a deadline and figured you were covered — tax return, insurance document, legal filing, whatever — I need you to read this. Because as…

  • Dave
  • May 5, 2026
  • Commerical insurance, Identity Theft

Why Every Small Business Needs Cyber Liability Coverage (And Most Don’t Have It)

If you own a retail shop, a law firm, a medical practice, an accounting office, or virtually any small professional business, you’ve probably heard the word “cybersecurity” thrown around enough to tune it out. It sounds like a big-company problem…

  • Dave
  • April 9, 2026
  • Uncategorized

What is a Loss Recommendation Letter? (And Why It’s a Good Thing!) 

As part of our commitment to helping you protect your property, we wanted to share some information about a document you might receive from your insurance company called a “Loss Recommendation” or “Loss Control Letter.”  While the name might sound…

  • Dave
  • July 21, 2025
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Heads Up NY Employers: Big Change to Disability Coverage – No More Backdating!

Attention all employers with workers in New York State! Did you know disability insurance coverage, often referred to as the “little disability” or statutory disability coverage, is mandatory for all your employees—whether they’re working remotely or right in New York?…

  • Dave
  • July 8, 2025
  • Uncategorized

NY State Disability Insurance: What You Didn’t Know Could Cost You

Hi, I’m Dave Evans from Hopmeier Evans Gage Insurance. Let’s talk about a commonly overlooked but legally required coverage in New York: State Disability Insurance — sometimes called “the little disability.” It’s required for: 🛑 Common Mistake: Workers’ Comp ≠…

  • Dave
  • June 27, 2025
  • Umbrella Insurance, Uncategorized

What the Heck Is Umbrella Insurance?! ☂️ Do You Really Need It?

Hi, I’m Dave Evans from Hopmeier Evans Gage Insurance! Let’s clear something up:Umbrella insurance is not for umbrellas. ☔It won’t replace your home, auto, or boat policy either. But… if you already have: Then an umbrella policy sits on top…

  • Dave
  • June 25, 2025
  • Homeowners Coverage Needed, Insurance Facts

Why Insurance Cares About Your Roof (Yes, Even the Moss!)

Hi there! Dave Evans here from Hopmeier Evans Gage Insurance. Ever wonder why your insurance company seems so obsessed with your roof?Like… Why do they care how old it is?Why do they care if it has a little moss or…

  • Dave
  • June 24, 2025
  • Local Insurance Agent, Nonprofit/ Charity

Refer a Friend, Share the Love – and a Gift Card!

At Hopmeier Evans and Gage Insurance, we believe great insurance deserves to be shared—and rewarded! That’s why we created our simple, feel-good Referral Program. Here’s how it works: Even if they don’t buy a policy, we’ll still send you a…

  • Dave
  • May 20, 2025
  • Homeowners Coverage Needed, Natural Disaster Preparedness, Umbrella Insurance

S’mores Gone Wrong in Suffolk County: How a Backyard Blaze Highlights the Need for a Personal Umbrella Policy

The smell of toasted marshmallows, the crackling of a small fire, the laughter of friends and family – these are the FUN parts of making s’mores. But what happens when that seemingly innocent backyard activity takes a devastating turn? Recent…

  • Dave
  • March 25, 2025
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