Hello, CH Insurance family and friends! I’m Joe Convertino, Jr., President of CH Insurance. You may have seen the Four Cornerstone Series this past month – if you haven’t I encourage you to visit our social platforms to watch. When you read the online reviews and true stories that our clients and partners share, you’ll begin to connect the dots on how we cultivate these five star experiences from the ground up. Something we’re incredibly passionate about here at CH— is our commitment to providing five-star customer service. We believe that our approach to service not only sets us apart bu ..read more

Introducing the final cornerstone of CH Insurances' Four Cornerstones: Community! After embracing Conversation, Collaboration, and Change, we now celebrate what we feel is the heartbeat of CH —Community. This cornerstone is all about building connections that matter, supporting each other, and enriching lives both within and outside our company. Together, we're more than just an insurance provider; we're a partner invested in the well-being of every community we touch. In the weeks and months ahead, we invite you to tune in across all of our social channels to experience for yourself how th ..read more

Embracing CHANGE at CH Insurance Your business is experiencing change. Your family and your community are changing. Just like for you, at CH Insurance, change isn't just inevitable, it's essential. Building on our first two cornerstones of Conversation and Collaboration, we introduce our third: CHANGE. As we continue to super-serve the communities we live and work in, we understand that embracing change is key to growth and innovation! Employees, clients and partners can attest, the Team here is committed to ever-adapting and evolving. That includes new technologies, systems, policies, tra ..read more

At CH Insurance, COLLABORATION stands at the forefront of our values, a key part of the team's foundation. "It supports everything we do," explains Joe Convertino, Jr., President of CH Insurance. "Both our clients and carrier partners can trust that no matter what, we're in their corner. This commitment to leveraging our collective talents and insights, is anchored deeply by our four cornerstones, and critical to fulfilling our promise." The CH Team's excited to highlight COLLABORATION as the second of these cornerstones. It's essential and part of every interaction and every decision at CH I ..read more

"Everything we're about here at CH rests on Four Cornerstones," says Joe Convertino Jr., President of CH Insurance. "Clients and Carrier Partners can always rest easy knowing we're in their corner. And these four cornerstones are the foundation for that promise." Today, CH is excited to share the first of four. Every day, every way, this is where it all begins: CONVERSATION. | TRANSCRIPT | Angela: I'm here with CH Insurance President Joe Convertino Jr. and Joe, today we're talking about the Four Cornerstones of CH Insurance. The first cornerstone being the most important: Conversation ..read more

As small business owners, staying updated with the latest regulations and compliance standards is crucial for the smooth operation of your business. A significant update that demands your attention is the change in the federal independent contractor test by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). Effective March 11, 2024, this new rule has far-reaching implications for how you classify your workers, which could impact your business operations, financial obligations, and legal liabilities. The Shift in Federal Guidance On January 10, 2024, the DOL published a final rule that revises the guidance o ..read more

This is a question we continuously get asked at CH Insurance. Clients with a good loss history, timely payments, excellent credit, and very good policies and procedures. All across the landscape consumers are feeling the pinch of their insurance carriers in both Commercial and Personal Insurance. There are many factors that are continuing to drive insurance rates up.  Let’s explore some of these by line of coverage. AUTO INSURANCE Auto insurance rates have been continuing to rise over the last 5 or so years.  Here are some of the reasons: ·       For ev ..read more

Building a Legacy of Trust and Innovation As we step into the changing landscape of 2024, I’m filled with a sense of gratitude and excitement for the future. At CH Insurance, our journey is more than just providing insurance; it's about forging lasting relationships, building trust, and innovating for a better tomorrow. As an independent local agency, right in the heart of downtown Syracuse, We are once again encapsulates our unwavering commitment to you, our clients, partners, and community. Reflecting on Our Achievements Looking back at 2023, we’re proud of the milestones we’ve achieved tog ..read more

"Do most employers front-load or accrue time off benefits?" This question comes up a lot when I'm working with an organization to update its handbook and employment policies. Time off is one of those areas where employers have a lot of flexibility to customize their offerings*, and sometimes when we have a choice, we want to know what works and get guidance on best practices. I get it! But the answer isn't as straightforward as some would hope. Simply put, it depends on what’s right for your organization. Both methods have their merits and drawbacks, and what works for one company might not n ..read more

Do you have a vacation cabin or another property that you use during the summer but leave empty during the winter? If so, you need to winterize your getaway so you don’t find a mess when spring arrives. Winterizing may take a few hours of work, but being thorough can prevent serious problems. These include burst pipes, mold and rot, water invasions, soggy ceilings and compromised foundations. Let’s look at five steps to winterize your summer home. 1. Insulate your pipes or turn off your water at the main. You may think having your temperature set at 55 degrees is enough to keep your pipes fro ..read more