--- title: Massachusetts Insurance Blog | Charles River Insurance description: Charles River Insurance, founded in 1998, is a growing New England-based agency that combines the expertise of national carriers with personalized service. Staffed by former leaders in risk management, the company prides itself on being one of the fastest-growing property and casualty agencies in Massachusetts, with a business built on client referrals. They have expanded their services and joined the Waters Insurance Group to provide a more seamless client experience. 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Staffed by former leaders in risk management, the company prides itself on being one of the fastest-growing property and casualty agencies in Massachusetts, with a business built on client referrals. They have expanded their services and joined the Waters Insurance Group to provide a more seamless client experience. Their goal is to be the top agency in the region, focusing on quality and personalized service for clients of all sizes. #### Find me on: [![facebooLink](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298925/file-1297413411-png/Streamlined_2/social_media/facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/charlesriverinsurance) [![linkedIn](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298925/file-1297413416-png/Streamlined_2/social_media/linkedIn.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/charles-river-insurance-agency/) ### Recent Posts 08.15.25 ### [Should I Remove My College-Bound Child from My Auto Insurance?](https://www.charlesriverinsurance.com/blog/should-i-remove-my-college-bound-child-from-my-auto-insurance) **Topics: ** [Auto Insurance](https://www.charlesriverinsurance.com/blog/topic/auto-insurance) 08.13.25 ### [Top Tips to Keep Your Home Safe While on Vacation](https://www.charlesriverinsurance.com/blog/top-tips-to-keep-your-home-safe-while-on-vacation) **Topics: ** 01.17.25 ### [Why You Need Workers' Compensation 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