News & Insights – WTPhelan Insurance Agency

Renters Insurance – So much more than protecting your ‘things’ 05-03-2021 1:00 PM in Personal Insurance

“Lucy got so excited to see my neighbor yesterday, she almost knocked her down.” My heart sank as my friend told me about her near disastrous walk with her dog in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. Working... Read More

Short-term Rentals: A risky exposure with a simple remedy – Personal Umbrella Coverage. 11-06-2019 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Do you rent your home on an online marketplace like Airbnb? It’s a great option to make some extra money if you are going out-of-town, and it allows you to share your community with travelers from all... Read More

WTPhelan Merges with Martini Insurance Agency 01-11-2016 7:13 AM in Personal Insurance

Local insurance agency merges with long-time Woburn, MA agency Read More

Insurance Required For Uber Drivers 09-08-2015 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Turn your Headlights on! 04-09-2015 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

As a Massachusetts driver you must now turn your headlights on when your windshield wipers are in use. Read More

Is Your Home Office Properly Insured? 06-13-2014 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Consistently, surveys find that 50-60% of home-based businesses are uninsured. Read More

When You Rent a Car, Does Your Massachusetts Auto Policy Provide Coverage? 05-09-2014 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Understand when to purchase liability and physical damage protection from the rental company. Read More

Another Snow Day? What Does it Mean for Your Roof? 02-27-2014 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

New Englanders have plenty of snow to spare, which is why homes in this region require special attention during the winter to prevent damage. Read More

All in or Walls in, Insuring a Condominium Can be Complicated 11-04-2013 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

You just bought your first condo. It may be your first purchase or you finally decided to sell your suburban home and move to Boston. Now that you have decided on condo living, the administrative fun... Read More

Do You Need Supplemental Life Insurance? 09-13-2013 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

The good news is your company offers life insurance as part of an employee benefits package. The bad news is it may not be enough. Read More

Protect Your Valuables 07-15-2013 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Family heirlooms, jewelry, artwork, and other valuable possessions that you have worked hard to acquire should be protected from loss. Read More

Why Purchase a Condo Unit Owner's Policy? 06-03-2013 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Condominium master policies do not completely protect unit owners from financial loss. Click the link to read more. Read More

Hurricane Safety Checklist 10-29-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Hurricanes are strong storms that cause life- and property- threatening hazards such as flooding, storm surge, high winds and tornadoes Read More

WTPhelan Acquires J. Henry Quinn Insurance Agency 09-24-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

CAMBRIDGE, MASS – WTPhelan is pleased to announce the acquisition of the J. Henry Quinn Insurance Agency of Cambridge, MA. The purchase agreement is effective as of September 15, 2012. Read More

WTPhelan Acquires Del Mastro Insurance Agency 07-02-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

CAMBRIDGE, MASS – WTPhelan is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Del Mastro Insurance Agency of Newton, MA. The purchase agreement is effective as of July 1, 2012. Read More

Hurricane Safety Checklist 06-01-2012 7:15 AM in Personal Insurance

Hurricane Irene made landfall less than one year ago, and many New England communities are still cleaning up the damage from that catastrophic storm. Read More

Life Insurance as an Estate Planning Tool 04-18-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

WTPhelan has been in the insurance business for many years, and we wish to share an observation that few people considering an estate plan ever have presented to them. If one were to compare two families... Read More

WTPhelan Wants Belmont High Students In Control 04-13-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

WTPhelan, in partnership with Commerce Insurance, is proud to sponsor the In Control Crash Prevention Program. In Control's hands-on approach simulates extreme road conditions enabling students to learn... Read More

WTPhelan Sponsors Belmont Fire Department's S.A.F.E. Program 04-05-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

Our fourth generation family-owned insurance agency has a long-standing tradition of giving back to the communities we serve. We have sponsored the S.A.F.E. Program at Burbank Elementary for the past... Read More

Do I really need my own condominium unit owner's policy in addition to my master policy? 02-27-2012 12:00 AM in Personal Insurance

You have finally moved into a condominium -- no more shoveling snow, no more raking leaves. You are under the impression that your monthly condo fee covers your "insurance," great, you think, another... Read More