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Tips, guides, and expert advice to help you make smarter insurance decisions for your home, business, and family.

Parent handing car keys to a teenager in a residential driveway in early evening light
By United Insurance Group June 6, 2026
Adding a teen driver in CT? Learn how teen driver insurance Connecticut works, what it costs, and 7 ways to keep premiums down without sacrificing coverage.
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By United Insurance Group June 4, 2026
Connecticut restaurant insurance guide: BOP, liquor liability, workers' comp, and the coverages CT restaurant owners commonly miss. Built for CT operators.
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By United Insurance Group June 2, 2026
Coastal home insurance in Connecticut means percentage hurricane deductibles, wind risk, and surplus-lines markets. Here's what CT shoreline owners need.
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By United Insurance Group May 31, 2026
An annuity is a contract that turns savings into guaranteed income. Here is how Connecticut retirees use annuities to fill the gap left by Social Security.
Contractor's tool belt, tablet with plans, and gloves on a pickup truck tailgate at a jobsite
By United Insurance Group May 29, 2026
General liability insurance for contractors in Connecticut: what it covers, what it skips, HIC rules, typical $1M/$2M limits, and how to scale coverage.
Wet residential street with standing water and storm drain on a coastal Connecticut block after rain
By United Insurance Group May 27, 2026
Flood insurance Connecticut homeowners need even outside high-risk zones. Coverage, NFIP vs private, costs, and how Zone X homes still flood every year.
New England cape home with snow-dusted roof and bare trees on overcast winter afternoon
By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
Wondering what home insurance costs in Connecticut? Here are typical premium ranges, the seven biggest rate drivers, and the discounts most owners miss.
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By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
Term vs whole life insurance in Connecticut: compare costs, cash value, and coverage. See which fits your CT family, mortgage, or Fairfield County estate plan.
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By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
Connecticut workers compensation insurance is required for nearly every employer with one employee. Here's what coverage costs, how it works, and CT rules.
Smartphone photographing bumper damage on a car in an overcast parking lot
By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
Wondering what to do after a car accident in Connecticut? Follow this step-by-step CT guide for safety, reporting, claims, and protecting your rights.
Person at home desk reviewing health plan options on a laptop with a notebook and coffee
By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
Health insurance agents in CT cost you nothing and help you compare Access Health CT plans, off-exchange options, employer group plans, and Medicare correctly.
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By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
How much is car insurance in Connecticut? See average CT auto rates, what drives them up or down, and proven ways local drivers cut their premiums fast.
Quiet New England main street with storefronts and tree-lined sidewalks in late afternoon light
By United Insurance Group May 25, 2026
Why Orange CT residents trust local insurance brokers over 1-800 numbers. UIG has served Orange and the Naugatuck Valley since 1973 — see how we help.
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By United Insurance Group May 11, 2026
Connecticut auto insurance requirements include 25/50/25 liability and 25/50 UM/UIM. Learn what CT minimums really mean and why most drivers need more.
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By United Insurance Group May 9, 2026
Comparing insurance brokers in CT? Learn how to vet carrier access, licenses, claims advocacy, and local know-how so you pick a broker who saves you money.
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By United Insurance Group May 8, 2026
What makes the best car insurance in CT? Coverage that fits your town, vehicle, and budget. Compare 20+ top Connecticut carriers with one local agency.
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By United Insurance Group May 8, 2026
Connecticut business insurance guide for small business owners — coverages, costs, mandatory workers' comp, and how an independent agent saves you money.
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By United Insurance Group May 8, 2026
A practical guide to house insurance in CT: what an HO-3 policy actually covers, Connecticut coverage gaps, flood, wind, liability, and premium factors.
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By United Insurance Group May 8, 2026
What Connecticut independent insurance agents actually do, how they differ from captive agents and direct writers, and why local relationships matter.
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By United Insurance Group May 8, 2026
Compare insurance companies in Connecticut by type, financial strength, and specialty. See how UIG matches you with the right CT carrier from 20+ options.
Carpenter - Business Owner
March 31, 2026
Learn how a Business Owner's Policy bundles essential coverage at lower cost. Discover what BOP insurance covers and whether your business qualifies.
Homeowner Mistakes
March 31, 2026
Avoid costly mistakes. Learn the five most common home insurance errors Connecticut homeowners make and how to protect your property and wallet effectively.
Save money
March 31, 2026
Discover how independent insurance agents help you save money by comparing multiple carriers, finding discounts, and providing personalized service year-round.