At Cheney Insurance, we are very fortunate to have Suzanne Strachan as President. She manages our day to day operations and sets our course for the future. In addition, Suzanne assists Dennis Hilton, CEO in the overseeing and operating of Newcastle Realty and Newcastle Vacation Rentals, which along with Cheney Insurance comprise the Cheney Financial […]
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There is no doubt that this year is changing our lives on a global scale. One aspect of these changes is in the area of cybersecurity. The Covid-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns have increased and broadened risks for cyber attacks as we are more dependent upon digital services and spend more time online. A quick […]
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My co-worker recently heard from a childhood friend thanking her for recommending Loan and Lease Coverage. Her friend was involved in an accident which totaled her car. Thankfully there were no serious injuries. However, the payout she received from her insurance company was less than what she owed on her loan and this coverage kicked […]
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There are advantages to being a renter… As a renter, you’ve got it pretty good: No property taxes, no lawn cutting, no snow removal … Just simple living! But what would you do if you returned from work, or a vacation, and all your possessions in your apartment had been destroyed by a fire or […]
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Headline: ‘Drunken wedding guests may ruin island golf carts for everyone else’ – Bangor Daily News published on June 6, 2017. From Peak’s Island.info.com: “Golf Carts are motor vehicles, not toys. Many islanders view golf carts as a menace and will report infractions to the island police—who will pull you over and ticket you, lights, sirens, and […]
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Summer thunderstorms can bring soothing sounds and usher in cooler temps, making for great sleeping weather. They can also be far more severe bringing in torrential rain, powerful wind, and sometimes even hail, causing damage to our homes and surrounding property. While weather alerts can help us quickly prepare for an impending storm, preventative measures […]
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The Cheney Financial Group is comprised of three locally owned companies: Cheney Insurance, Newcastle Realty, and Newcastle Vacation Rentals. Together we pool our resources and make collaborative decisions about requests for financial contributions and volunteer opportunities through our Charitable Giving and Community Outreach Committee. Currently our committee is made up of eight CFG associates who […]
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It has been a surreal couple of weeks for businesses and individuals alike and the COVID-19 outbreak has raised questions we never thought we would be answering. At Cheney Insurance, we are committed to you. This situation is new to us too, so we are closely working with our carriers to identify and educate ourselves […]
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When my husband and I bought our house, one of the first investments we made was to have two very large (over 80 feet) white pine trees removed. The trees were close to the foundation and leaned precariously over the roof of our upstairs bedroom. This decision introduced us to the cost of being homeowners, […]
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This post is the last in a series that discusses how doing business with us, your local independent insurance agency, has value. First we explored how the relationships and contacts we develop with our insurance carriers help personalize our service to you. Then we talked about how we promote teamwork within our agency that is supportive […]
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