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DOL Penalties for 2026

DOL Penalties for 2026

The Department of Labor (DOL) has published the annual adjustments that increase certain penalties applicable…
MackoulFebruary 18, 2026
An Updated Insurance Forecast for 2026

An Updated Insurance Forecast for 2026

While we had hoped for a softening of the insurance marketplace, the commercial insurance marketplace…
Ed MackoulFebruary 5, 2026
To Our Clients, Mackoul’s 2025 Review

To Our Clients, Mackoul’s 2025 Review

To Our Clients, You have given our agency the responsibility of insuring what is important…
Ed MackoulFebruary 2, 2026
the hidden costs of cheap car insurance
The Hidden Costs of Cheap Car Insurance

The Hidden Costs of Cheap Car Insurance

In the confusing world of auto insurance, how do you choose the coverage that you…
MackoulJanuary 26, 2026
Claim Spotlight: Costly Water Damage Claim Highlights the Importance of Vetting Contractors in Co‑Ops

Claim Spotlight: Costly Water Damage Claim Highlights the Importance of Vetting Contractors in Co‑Ops

Recently, one of our commercial co‑op clients experienced a significant property loss that serves as…
Donald SchatzleJanuary 23, 2026
Claim Spotlight: Why Won’t Insurance Cover Pipe Replacement After a Gas Leak?

Claim Spotlight: Why Won’t Insurance Cover Pipe Replacement After a Gas Leak?

When a building faces sudden repair bills, property managers often turn to insurance for relief.…
Donald SchatzleDecember 17, 2025
Adding a Trust on Your Home’s Deed

Adding a Trust on Your Home’s Deed

In recent years, it has become common to set up a trust to protect your…
MackoulDecember 1, 2025
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Preventing Frozen Pipes in Community Associations

Preventing Frozen Pipes in Community Associations

  When winter temperatures plunge, one of the most significant risks for community associations is…
MackoulNovember 17, 2025
The Importance of Updated Insurance Appraisals for Personal Property

The Importance of Updated Insurance Appraisals for Personal Property

Is it time for you to get updated appraisals? You may have to schedule them.…
MackoulNovember 12, 2025
preparing for the holiday season in community associations
Preparing for the Holiday Season in Community Associations

Preparing for the Holiday Season in Community Associations

When the holiday season rolls around, community associations typically see an increase in visitors, deliveries,…
MackoulNovember 5, 2025
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