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Merchants Insurance Group, with its headquarters in Buffalo, New York, is comprised of Merchants Mutual Insurance Company and Merchants Preferred Insurance Company. Our companies provide a variety of property and casualty insurance products for commercial and personal lines.
Merchants provides high-quality and affordable insurance for home owners, automobile owners, and many businesses, such as contractors and business owners. Merchants operates in Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Vermont.
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21May
Memorial Day Grilling Safety
According to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) data, cooking equipment is the leading cause of U.S. home fires. Gas grills were involved in an average.. Read More →
Memorial Day Grilling Safety
According to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) data, cooking equipment is the leading cause of U.S. home fires. Gas grills... read more →
May 21, 2020
Genesee Valley Veterinary Hospital Shares Successful Claim Story
Earlier this year, Dr. Gene Scherline, owner of the Genesee Valley Veterinary Hospital in Geneseo, NY experienced a devastating loss:... read more →
May 20, 2020
Merchants Insurance Group Offers 15% COVID-19 Relief Payment
In an effort to help ease the strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Merchants Insurance Group announced it is issuing... read more →
May 14, 2020
While Your Building is Closed, Make Sure Your Plumbing is Safe
You may not realize it, but in as little as one week of a building being closed problems with the... read more →
May 11, 2020
Merchants Insurance Group Companies “A-” Rating Affirmed by A.M. Best Company
Merchants Insurance Group announced that all three of its companies, Merchants Mutual Insurance Company, Merchants Preferred Insurance Company and Merchants... read more →
May 7, 2020
Merchants’ 15% Relief Payment and Other Ways We’re Helping
During these times of uncertainty, Merchants Insurance Group hopes you and your family are healthy. To provide assistance as a... read more →
May 7, 2020
Merchants’ 15% Relief Payment – FAQ’s
The 15% COVID-19 Relief Payment provides eligible policyholders a 15% payment... read more →
May 7, 2020
Merchants Insurance Group Matches Employee Donations to WNY COVID-19 Community Response Fund
To help the Western New York community, the employees and management of Merchants Insurance Group will be donating to the... read more →
May 4, 2020
Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing Face Masks
You’ve probably seen and heard a lot lately about face masks and how and when to wear them. Here are... read more →
May 4, 2020
Be Safe When Using Video Conferencing
Video conferencing is a great tool that can bring people together and further your business. It’s always wise, though, to... read more →
April 27, 2020
The Value of Video Conferencing and Tips on How to Use It
Video conferencing can help to strengthen digital marketing and sales skills during this unfortunate COVID-19 pandemic, and that will also... read more →
April 23, 2020
Go Paperless with Merchants this Earth Day!
April 22 is Earth Day, and we want to remind our policyholders of the various ways Merchants is “going green.”... read more →
April 22, 2020
How to Make Your Home Office Ergonomic
When you’re working from home, setting up a productive yet “healthy” office space is crucial. Your office should allow you... read more →
April 17, 2020
How to Be Productive While Working from Home
Now that many of us are working from home, remember the following tips and hints to stay healthy and be... read more →
April 15, 2020
Keeping Your Business Safe While Closed for COVID-19
During this time of uncertainty, if your business is closed due to COVID-19 orders, you may be concerned about break-ins,... read more →
April 13, 2020
The Importance of Hand Washing
Good hand hygiene is now more important than ever. Soap, water and less than half a minute of your time... read more →
April 3, 2020
Billing Flexibility During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In order to assist our policyholders with payment questions during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our Billing Department has extended their... read more →
March 31, 2020
Important Information for Policyholders During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In order to help our policyholders during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Merchants Insurance Group has implemented a number of services... read more →
March 24, 2020
Merchants is Working Remotely to Service Our Customers
The health of our agents, policyholders and colleagues is paramount to us. In light of the ongoing coronavirus situation, effective... read more →
March 17, 2020
What are some general safety tips for working with or near electricity?
In 2018, there were more than 715,000 electricians in the United States. It’s a job that can be fraught with... read more →
March 13, 2020
What is Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), and Why Do Contractors Need It?
Contractors are just as exposed to an Employment Practices Liability (EPL) claim as any other business owner. Contractors may have... read more →
March 11, 2020
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