Dear Brownstone customers and friends,

February is often associated with romantic dinners by candlelight, deliveries of fresh flowers and delicious candy and chocolates. Just be careful as you celebrate - - over a span of just five years, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 12,680 home fires that were started by candles each year. Click the link below to read more about candles and the hazards they present. 

Another hot topic that has unfortunately gained a lot of exposure over the past several weeks due to a number of tragic fires is student housing. With so many wonderful schools and educational opportunities located in this area, the hunt for student housing can be overwhelming and leave students feeling like they have no options. We've included a link to the official Rental Unit Delivery Standards Checklist of Boston that can help students and their parents identify problems in a property, and it can really be used for any location, not just Boston.  

As always, should you have any questions or concerns, the staff of Brownstone Insurance is only a click or a phone call away.