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Happy 4th of July from all of us at Founders Insurance Group! 
 
 We've had a very busy month here at Founders Insurance and I'm sure our staff is ready for a long 3-day weekend!  Picnics, boating, fireworks, family and friends ~ all sounds like a perfect line up for the 4th.
 
I've been busy trying to complete several long-term projects that have been on my desk before I leave on vacation. In mid-July I will be taking my first trip to Europe. I'm positive that my family, friends and co-workers are sick of me talking about it by now ~ but I'm beyond excited!
 
Going to Europe has been on my "list" since I can remember - hence the excitement!  I'll be headed to Germany and the Czech Republic and anyplace else that happens to seem interesting at the time.
In the midst of getting ready, I completely forgot that the 4th of July was already upon us!
 
I guess I need to stop packing and start planning a picnic, find some fireworks and just relax for a few days. The joys of summer!
 
Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!
 
Cindy Donaldson
Director of Marketing & Personal Lines Sales
Founders Insurance Group
  
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 Founders Insurance Group was recently featured in Selling Power Magazine!  We think that's pretty cool!
 
 The ROI of Social Media

By Heather Baldwin

If you still think Twitter, Facebook, and other social media are just nice-if-you-have-the-time tools, take a look at how Founders Insurance Group used them to grow sales a whopping 20 percent in one year.

When Cindy Donaldson, director of marketing and personal lines sales, joined Founders about a year ago, she launched a multipronged, social-media campaign to raise the profile of this Torrington, Connecticut-based insurance organization. She started a blog post, launched an e-newsletter, created a Facebook page, and gave the company an active presence on Twitter. And while it's often difficult to trace the exact results of specific marketing efforts, you simply can't argue with what has followed.   Read more...
  

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July 2010

We LOVE Classic Cars!

 

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At Founders Insurance Group, we understand how to protect classic cars - from the '66 Mustang to the 1913 Buick Roadster our team can find the right coverage for your "baby".

Insuring a classic car is different

than insuring the newer automobile you drive on a daily basis. Automobiles depreciate in value as soon as you take them off the new car lot and it keeps going down from there. A 1966 Mustang might only be worth a couple hundred dollars if you use that depreciated value. A restored 1966 Mustang is more than likely worth over $20,000. So how do you make sure your car is protected when you take it out on the road for a spin on a nice warm summer night? It's all about the Agreed Value.

How to insure your classic car:

 Work with an agent, such as Founders Insurance Group, who understands classic cars and has access carriers that have programs specific to insuring classics such as Hagerty or Chubb.

Know the replacement value of your car and have an Agreed Value Insurance Policy with your carrier. This will ensure that if you have a total loss, you will be reimbursed what your car is actually worth not what the Blue Book value of the car is.

The fine print:

Each carrier has their own set of parameters when underwriting classic cars. Some will require limited use of the vehicle, some will require secure storage, some won't insure modified high horsepower vehicles and others will. The best course of action is to know all the details about your car and work with an independent agency such as Founders Insurance Group. Make sure to disclose all the facts to your agent! Not telling them that you've souped up your '66 Mustang could result in your claim not being covered! Happy cruising!

 
In our Communities...
Founders is a proud sponsor of:
 Valley Collector Car Club 
 
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photo courtesy of valleycollectorcarclub.org

9th Annual Charity Benefit Car Show

 Sunday ~ July 11, 2010
Iron Horse Blvd  Simsbury CT
10 a.m.
 
for more information please contact:
Peter Rocco, Public Relations Officer at [email protected]
 
fitchsFitch's Corner 17th Annual Horse Trials 
 
 
 
July 24 & 25, 2010
632 N. Mabbettsville Road Millbrook NY 
 to benefit:
Millbrook Fire Department Rescue Squad
 
 
Come to beautiful Millbrook horse country and
support a great cause!
 
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Equestrian Protect by Founders Insurance!
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Insurance Protection for Equestrians 
 
 Insurance Coverage for:
  •  Historic & High Value Homes
  • Barns & Stables
  • Equine Mortality
  • Tack & Equipment
  • Liability
  • Manhattan Properties
  • Estate & Gentlemen Farms
  • Business
  • Health & Life
  
For more information about how your can enjoy the benefits of Equestrian Protect call:
 
Laura Trotta, Platinum Accounts Specialist
 
 
Stop by or call our Lakeville office:
12 Millerton Road, PO Box 508
Lakeville, CT 06039
860-435-2507
 

Refer a Friend and get a $10 Gas Card!

Contact:  Joe Lipski or Doug Grieco in our Torrington office.  860-482-3506
 
Laura Trotta in our Lakeville office  860-435-2507