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Is Your Motorcycle Coverage the Right Fit?

April 26, 2022All, Insurance 101

Spring has arrived in our area and with it comes the return of motorcycles on the roadway.  Not all bikes […]

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6 Tips to Improve your Car’s Gas Mileage

April 19, 2022All, Insurance 101

In a time of fluctuating gas prices, it can be difficult to find savings at the pump.  Did you know […]

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8 Ways to Save on Auto Insurance

April 12, 2022All, Insurance 101

After embracing a break at the height of the pandemic, motorists in the U.S. are bracing for a rise in […]

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Kate Dawson Interviewed by Independent Agent Magazine for Women’s History Month

March 15, 2022All, In the News

Kate Dawson, principal agent at Ferri Dawson Insurance Group, spoke with Independent Agent on the opportunities for women in the […]

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Coverage With Kate – When Is a Car “Totaled”?

February 15, 2022Coverage with Kate

What does “totaling” a car mean?  A car is generally considered a total loss when the cost to repair the […]

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Does Your Auto Insurance Cover a Rental Car?

February 1, 2022Insurance 101

You’re renting a vehicle because your car breaks down and you have places to be.  Will your insurance cover your […]

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Should Roommates Share Renters Insurance?

January 25, 2022Insurance 101

You can share utility bills with your roommate, but you should not share a renters insurance policy. Though some insurance […]

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Does Your Insurance Policy Cover Your Valuables?

January 18, 2022Insurance 101

Homeowners or renters insurance will protect your belongings in your home and help you replace them should they be destroyed, […]

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What is Bundled Insurance Coverage?

January 11, 2022Coverage with Kate

Insurance bundling simply means buying your home insurance and auto insurance (or other coverage) from the same company.  Bundling your […]

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Important Tips for Carbon Monoxide Protection

January 4, 2022Safety Tips

Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless, colorless, tasteless gas which can lead to illness and potentially death.  According to the […]

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Stay Safe with PennDOT’s Yellow Dot Program

December 21, 2021Vehicle Services

PennDOT’s Yellow Dot Program is a potentially life-saving program designed to aid in emergency situations.  Participants in the Yellow Dot […]

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Kate Dawson Named Best Insurance Agent in Westmoreland County

December 14, 2021In the News

Kate Dawson, our principal agent at Ferri Dawson Insurance Group won Best Insurance Agent in Westmoreland County in the TribLive […]

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Eco-Friendly Holiday Tips

December 7, 2021Safety Tips

Did you know that Americans produce 25% more trash during the holiday season than any other time of year?  Between […]

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Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

November 23, 2021Safety Tips

We had a beautiful November, with weather in the 60s just last week.  However, I’m not in denial.  It’s that […]

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Updating Your PennDOT Emergency Contact Information

Updating Your PennDOT Emergency Contact Information

November 16, 2021Vehicle Services

In the event of a serious accident, law enforcement can quickly reach someone who will speak for you in the […]

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In the Community: Trick or Treat on the Trail

November 10, 2021In the Community

Murrysville Recreation’s Trick or Treat on the Trail was held on Saturday, October 30th in Murrysville, and we were so […]

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Halloween Candy Give Back Program

November 3, 2021In the Community

This year, Ferri Dawson Insurance Group is joining with the Operation Gratitude Halloween Candy Give Back Program to collect and […]

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What is an Insurance Endorsement?

October 28, 2021Coverage with Kate

An endorsement is a provision added to a policy that adds to the preexisting coverage.  An insurance endorsement, or rider, […]

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How To Choose Your Car Insurance Deductible

October 15, 2021Coverage with Kate

Your deductible = the dollar amount deducted from your insured loss.  Determining which deductible you should choose can be a […]

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What is the difference between comprehensive and collision insurance?

October 5, 2021Coverage with Kate

We’re starting a new blog series, “Coverage with Kate” highlighting insurance basics.  Today I’m kicking this series off with Comprehensive […]

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The Basics of Condo Insurance

September 14, 2021Insurance 101

A condominium is different from a house – you own a part of the building, but not all of it.  […]

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Top 10 Reasons to Talk to Your Insurance Agent

September 7, 2021Insurance 101

We are about to enter a season of change, as summer winds down and fall begins.  Whether you’re getting married, […]

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Kate Dawson Ranked as Top 5 Agent in Westmoreland County

August 25, 2021In the News

The Tribune Review recently polled Westmoreland County residents for the Best of the Best Awards. Over 65,000 nominations were counted, […]

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Why You Need an Umbrella Policy

August 12, 2021Insurance 101

A personal umbrella policy is a critical step in financial protection, helping ensure your assets – your car, house, investments, […]

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Personal Liability Coverage

August 3, 2021Insurance 101

Personal liability insurance is about financial protection – for you and your family.  Personal liability occurs in the event of […]

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Why You Need to Create a Household Inventory

July 27, 2021Insurance 101

Imagine needing to list every possession in your home or apartment, along with each item’s worth – after your belongings […]

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The Importance of Loss of Use

July 20, 2021Insurance 101

If you were forced to move out of your house or even a rental property, could you comfortably cover increased […]

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FDIG is Open to All

July 15, 2021Agency Updates

Open to All is a nonprofit campaign to transform America.  Open to All says: We must all lead the way […]

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Kate Dawson Presents in PTHS Career Speaker Series

July 6, 2021In the Community

Kate Dawson, an alumnus of Penn-Trafford High School, was invited to present to the Media & Literacy class for their […]

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How to Combine Insurance After Marriage

June 29, 2021Insurance 101

We’re in the height of wedding season, so it’s a good time to share my advice on marriage and car […]

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Kate Dawson Awarded Certified Professional Insurance Agent (CPIA) Designation

June 8, 2021Agency Updates

Kate Ferri Dawson, principle agent at Ferri Dawson Insurance Group, recently was awarded the designation of Certified Professional Insurance Agent […]

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Let’s Talk About Your Swimming Pool

May 27, 2021Home Safety

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and also a very popular time to open your backyard swimming […]

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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

May 14, 2021Vehicle Services

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and the American Motorcyclist Association is urging motorists to be aware of motorcycles on the […]

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Why Replacement Cost Matters

May 4, 2021Insurance 101

One of the many side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the astronomical increase in the cost of building […]

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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

April 27, 2021Safety Tips

Distracted driving has become a deadly epidemic on our roadways.  Drivers texting while driving tops the list, but there are […]

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Insuring Your Classic Car

April 20, 2021Vehicle Services

It’s that time of year when classic car owners are bringing their antique beauties back on the road.  Whether you’ve […]

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32 Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Celebrate Earth Day

April 13, 2021Health & Wellness, Uncategorized

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.  Earth […]

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Preventing Water Damage To Your Home

April 6, 2021Home Safety

April showers bring May flowers, but water damage can do more than cause unsightly stains in your home.  Whether caused […]

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3 Common Gaps In Your Auto Insurance

March 30, 2021Insurance 101

A gap in coverage on your auto policy can result in receiving a lower claim payout amount than you expected, […]

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Six Surprising Things You Might Not Know About Homeowners Insurance

March 23, 2021Insurance 101

Water damage, fire, and theft are the primary situations that homeowners are usually concerned about, but home insurance may also […]

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What To Know About Fallen Trees

March 16, 2021Home Safety

Spring officially begins on Saturday, March 20th, and it’s time for thunderstorms.  It’s the ideal time to review what your […]

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How to Stay Healthy as the Seasons Change

March 9, 2021Health & Wellness

As we come out of the winter and into spring, risk of encountering certain viruses like the common cold or […]

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What is Gap Insurance?

February 23, 2021Insurance 101

Gap insurance is a type of car insurance coverage that pays for the “gap” between what a car is worth […]

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Do You Need Renters Insurance?

February 16, 2021Insurance 101

Renters insurance covers your personal belongings and provides liability coverage when you’re living in an apartment, house or condo that […]

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Do You Have a Vehicle Checklist?

February 9, 2021Vehicle Services

Here’s a quick checklist for your vehicle to make sure you start the year off with your vehicle in tip-top […]

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Simple Fire Prevention

February 2, 2021Home Safety

Fires in your home can devastate both your family and property alike.  Increase your fire preparedness with basic fire safety […]

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Navigating Winter Roads

January 26, 2021Safety Tips

Living in Western Pennsylvania means the weather can be unpredictable!  After a few winter seasons of light snowfall, Pennsylvania and […]

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What To Do If You Are In An Accident

January 19, 2021Vehicle Services

Accidents happen, so it’s important to know what to do if you are in a car accident.  It’s a stressful […]

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Home Improvement Increasing Dramatically During COVID-19

January 12, 2021Home Safety

With the holidays behind us, January and the quieter winter months are an ideal time for focusing on home improvements. With […]

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Top Homeowner Risks (and How to Lower Them)

January 8, 2021Home Safety

A significant upside to working with an insurance agent is benefiting from their insight on risk management.  There are many […]

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Finding Positivity in the New Year

January 5, 2021Health & Wellness

Way back in Season Two of “Grey’s Anatomy”, a voiceover with Dr. Meredith Grey shared, “Fresh starts. Thanks to the […]

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Cutting Down on Holiday Stress

December 29, 2020Health & Wellness

It’s no secret that millions of Americans find the holiday season to be the most stressful time of the year.  […]

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Insuring Your New Engagement Ring

December 22, 2020Insurance 101

Engagement season is upon us, and insuring your new ring should kickstart your wedding planning process.  This is the moment […]

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Kate Ferri Dawson Named Top 3 Insurance Agent in Westmoreland County

December 11, 2020In the News

The Tribune-Review announced the winners of their inaugural TribLIVE 2020 Best of the Best Community Choice Awards. We are trilled […]

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How A New Job Impacts Your Insurance

December 8, 2020Insurance 101

Getting a new job is a major life change.  Your salary may change, your commute may change, but have you […]

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Seasonal Cheer without Fire Fear

December 4, 2020Health & Wellness

There’s nothing quite like a live Christmas tree in your living room, but the tradition should be taken seriously.  A […]

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Preparing for Winter Weather Driving

December 1, 2020Safety Tips

Living in Western Pennsylvania, driving in winter weather is inevitable.  As of this morning, the snow is officially here – […]

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Thanksgiving: A Cornucopia of Potential Hazards

November 24, 2020Home Safety

While this Thanksgiving holiday may be very different for millions of households, some things remain the same: Thanksgiving can lead […]

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How Much Homeowners Insurance Do I Need?

November 19, 2020Insurance 101

Purchasing a home is huge milestone for you and your family, and an exciting time!  Having the right insurance will […]

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How Is Your Surge Capacity?

November 13, 2020Health & Wellness

As your insurance agent, I get to know you.  Today, I’m using this blog post to allow you to get […]

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Kate Dawson Named Top 3 Insurance Agent in Best of the Best Contest

November 5, 2020In the News

Kate Dawson advanced in the annual Tribune-Review contest and is now a finalist, voted in the Top 3 Best Insurance […]

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Insuring Your Jewelry

November 2, 2020Insurance 101

Insurance is not just for your home and auto, but it’s important to be sure you have enough insurance for […]

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Halloween Safety Tips

October 27, 2020Home Safety

Halloween is a holiday filled with fun for adults and children alike, but can also be one of the most […]

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Kate Dawson Profiled by United Way for Volunteerism

October 20, 2020In the Community

Kate Dawson was featured in the United Way newsletter as a young professional making change happen, representing the work done […]

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More Renters May Become Home Owners Thanks to Telecommuting

October 16, 2020Insurance 101

While the COVID-19 pandemic has brought untold changes to the American public, some of the developments may have unforeseen benefits. […]

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Fall Cleanup Is An Important Part of Keeping Your Home Safe

October 13, 2020Home Safety

Autumn is a critical season for preparing your home to withstand the potentially harsh winter weather and temperature conditions that […]

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Could You Be Saving Money by Refinancing?

October 8, 2020Insurance 101

Refinancing is the process of replacing an existing mortgage with a new loan. Typically, people refinance their mortgage in order […]

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FDIG Ranked as Top 5 Agency in Westmoreland County

October 6, 2020In the News

The Tribune Review polled Westmoreland County residents for the Best of the Best contest. 80,000 votes were counted, and Ferri […]

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What is a Condo Policy?

September 9, 2020Insurance 101

A Condo policy is very different from a traditional Homeowners policy.  A typical Condo insurance policy includes several standard coverages […]

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Motorcycle Safety – Riding in the Rain

September 1, 2020Vehicle Services

What’s the best way to stay safe when it comes to riding in the rain? Its simple to be safe. […]

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Philadelphia Contributionship Celebrates Connection to Women’s Suffrage

August 25, 2020In the News

One of the primary insurance carriers that FDIG represents is The Philadelphia Contributionship. It is the oldest property insurance company […]

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Should You Rent or Buy?

August 4, 2020Insurance 101

Here’s a list of pros and cons of renting a home from one of our top carriers, Nationwide Insurance.  Careful […]

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Backyard Swimming Pool? Call Your Insurance Agent

July 10, 2020Home Safety

According to research from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, swimming pool installers are estimating a 200% bump over 2019 sales of swimming […]

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Westmoreland County & FDIG Go Green

June 3, 2020Agency Updates

Effective June 5, 2020, Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties will move into the green phase of Governor Wolf’s reopening plan. The […]

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Emptier Roads Can Still Be A Hazard

May 23, 2020Vehicle Services

Our emptier roads have become more lethal. For more information, visit the National Safety Council.

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FDIG Now a Trusted Choice Agency

May 18, 2020Agency Updates

We’re spending more time at home these days. Make sure it’s properly protected. Ferri Dawson Insurance Group is now a […]

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Tips for Summertime Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May 9, 2020Vehicle Services

With the weather warming up and everyone itching to get out and enjoy the sunshine, its a great time to […]

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Agency Update – COVID-19

May 8, 2020Agency Updates

Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that next Friday, May 15, 2020, Westmoreland & Allegheny Counties, along with most of Southwestern […]

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COVID-19 Car Insurance Rebates: Which Companies Are Refunding Money?

April 21, 2020Insurance 101

Stay-at-home orders due to coronavirus means people are driving less, and the drop has been significant. According to tracking group […]

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Kate Dawson Interview with 77 Design Co

April 10, 2020In the News

Kate Dawson was recently interviewed and featured on the 77 Design Co. website. Kate was featured for their blog series […]

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Guest Columnist for The Gasser

April 2, 2020In the Community

Our Agent, Kate Dawson, was invited to write a guest column for the Murrysville-Export Rotary Club weekly newsletter, The Gasser. […]

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COVID-19 Agency Update

March 21, 2020Agency Updates

By order of Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf, all insurance offices and agencies throughout the Commonwealth have been ordered to immediately […]

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Now Serving Ohio

March 12, 2020Agency Updates

Ferri Dawson Insurance Group is now licensed to write insurance in the state of Ohio! We now offer Homeowners, Auto, […]

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Your Solution to Insurance in Pennsylvania

February 18, 2020Agency Updates

Do you have the right coverage? Check out our new promotional video, highlighting our local roots and dedication to customer […]

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Kate Ferri Dawson – In The News

February 3, 2020In the News

The Tribune Review captured Kate Ferri Dawson and her fellow Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Laurel Region supporters […]

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Kate Dawson Recognized By Tribune Review

November 11, 2019In the News

The Tribune Review polled Westmoreland County residents with their annual Quest for the Best Awards.  Our principal agent, Kate Dawson, […]

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Ferri Dawson Insurance Group Opens

October 20, 2019Agency Updates

In November 2019, Ferri Dawson Insurance Group officially opened its doors. Combining her love of the insurance industry and her […]

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EXCELLENT Based on 54 reviews.
Emily Ashy
Emily Ashy
2022-04-07
Kate is AMAZING! She’s helped friends at work and came highly recommended, my only regret is waiting so long to ask her to review my insurance. My husband and I got home and auto through Travelers and are impressed with everything we now have that we were missing, and she found us a better price. Not only was it obvious that she did a thorough amount of work to recommend the best product, she explained every step and defined what each piece of the coverage was. We felt very educated after working with her. Her communication is spotless and super timely, I can’t say enough good things.
Patricia Langgle
Patricia Langgle
2022-02-01
Kate is the best. She found me the best auto and renter's insurance that fit my individual needs. And she checks in with you occasionally to see if anything has changed or if you need to update your policies. Recently had an accident wherein my new vehicle was rear-ended and eventually totaled. Kate was there every step of the way guiding me as to what I needed to do and what to expect. She definitely went above and beyond!
Charles Peters
Charles Peters
2022-01-17
Thanks for all the help. Will use again!
Connor Reilly
Connor Reilly
2021-12-13
Lauren Mastro
Lauren Mastro
2021-11-20
Heidi Brandon
Heidi Brandon
2021-11-18
Professional! Knowledgeable! Personable! These are just a few adjectives that describe Kate our broker at Ferri Dawson Insurance Group. You can tell that Kate is passionate about helping people and that she truly has her client’s best interest in mind. She took the time to explain our options and answer all our questions. She even met us outside of “normal” business hours to accommodate our schedule. The best part is, she was able to save us money while also getting us BETTER coverage on our home & auto insurance! Kate made switching insurance companies a seamless process and I cannot recommend her enough!!!
Elizabeth Wozniak
Elizabeth Wozniak
2021-10-29
Kate is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. She worked to get us better coverage than we previously had for both home and auto at significantly lower rates. Our policies now feel more catered to our specific coverage needs. She made the entire process a breeze. Highly recommend!
Judy Arthurs
Judy Arthurs
2021-10-16
Kate Dawson was very knowledgeable about our insurance needs& got us the best fit & price. She was so nice to deal with & took time to explain everything in detail. I would recommend her highly.
Robert Kern
Robert Kern
2021-10-15
I cannot speak highly enough about Kate and Ferri Dawson Insurance Group. They are leaps and bounds above anyone I have ever dealt with in the insurance business. Helpful, listens to your needs, great pricing, and attention to detail just to sum up my experience with Ferri Dawson Insurance Group.
Nick
Nick
2021-10-02
Kate was awesome to work with! Very diligent and prompt, can't recommend her any higher!

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    Murrysville, PA 15626
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