The Cost of Going Without Marine Insurance

Most shipments to Israel arrive safely and without incident. However, no shipping company, trucking company, warehouse, or port can honestly guarantee that every shipment will be delivered without loss or damage. If you choose not…

Protecting Valuable Items with Professional Appraisals

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When shipping household goods to Israel, most everyday household items do not require a professional appraisal. However, certain high-value items may benefit from one, particularly if you plan to insure them. Items commonly appraised…

Why Fragile Stickers Are Worth Every Penny

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When preparing for your aliyah shipment, one of the simplest and most inexpensive tools you can buy is a roll of bright red FRAGILE stickers. For about $15, you can purchase a roll of approximately 100 stickers — and they can make…

Some Household Items Are More Prone to Damage During International Shipping

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If you’re planning an international move, it’s completely normal to wonder whether your belongings will arrive safely. The good news is that most items do arrive in very good condition — especially when they are professionally…

The Two Main Types of Marine Insurance for Aliyah Shipments

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One of the most common questions we get is: “What’s the difference between Total Loss and All Risk marine insurance?” The short answer is that All Risk gives broader protection, while Total Loss is more limited. Total…

How to Complete Your Marine Insurance Inventory Without Going Crazy

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If you’ve ever looked at a marine insurance inventory form and immediately wanted to take a nap, you’re not alone. Trying to list everything you own before moving to Israel can feel overwhelming fast. That’s why at Aliyah…

Sentimental Value and Marine Insurance : They’re Not the Same Thing

One of the hardest parts of preparing a marine insurance inventory is figuring out how to value the things that mean the most to you. Almost every family has items like: handmade artwork family photo albums heirloom furniture gifts…