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title: Insurance Blog | Chamberlain Insurance Agency in Portland, Oregon
description: Read the Chamberlain Insurance Agency blog for local, interesting and up-to-date Portland insurance news.
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# Chamberlain Insurance Blog

## Chamberlain Insurance

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[**Why You May Need Personal Offense Coverage** — In today’s digital world, slander and libel lawsuits are more common than you may think. Comments made in haste or anger on social media can have lasting and far-reaching effects on a person’s reputation or character, so it’s easier than ever to libel, slander, or invade a person’s privacy. Even if… — Apr 10, 2022](/blog/2022/why-you-may-need-personal-offense-coverage)

[**How to Evaluate and Choose Energy-Efficient Appliances** — Today's modern appliances are much more energy-efficient than their predecessors, and some are even better than the rest. When shopping for appliances, you'll likely be overwhelmed by choice, so it is important to know what you are looking for. Follow these steps to find the right energy-efficient… — Apr 10, 2022](/blog/2022/how-to-evaluate-and-choose-energy-efficient-appliances)

[**How to Choose Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors** — Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are essential for any home, so you should ensure that your house is equipped with them. You should have detectors in the main living areas on each floor, including in every bedroom and the kitchen. This way, you'll be able to identify problems in the most… — Apr 10, 2022](/blog/2022/how-to-choose-smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-detectors)

[**How to Make a Fire Safety Plan** — No one likes to think about the possibility of a fire in their home, but this is one situation where it definitely pays to be prepared. This is especially true if you have children or pets in your home. Read on to learn how to develop a fire safety plan to ensure you and your loved ones are as safe… — Apr 10, 2022](/blog/2022/how-to-make-a-fire-safety-plan)

[**How to Decide If Solar Panels Are Right for Your Home** — Solar panels can provide clean electricity for your home, helping you to save money on energy costs while also doing your part to help the environment. However, not all homes are suited to solar energy. Here's what you need to know to determine whether solar panels make sense for your home. — **Can…** — Apr 10, 2022](/blog/2022/how-to-decide-if-solar-panels-are-right-for-your-home)

[**How Independent Agents Are Different from Captive Agents** — When it comes to buying insurance, you have two primary options available to you: **independent agents** like us, and **captive agents**. While both can provide insurance services, these two types of insurance agents are not the same, and it's important to understand the differences. — **Captive Insurance…** — Apr 10, 2022](/blog/2022/how-independent-agents-are-different-from-captive-agents)

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