May 30, 2014
Agency7 Myths About Life Insurance
Life insurance is kind of like the Rodney Dangerfield of financial planning. As one of most people’s least favorite financial topics, it gets no respect. Yet, it’s something that almost everyone needs and not having it when you need it can be devastating to your family’s well being. Here are some of the most common and […]
February 28, 2014
AgencySmart Places to Hide Your Spare Key
A friendly reminder: Hiding a spare key underneath your welcome mat is not sneaky. It’s obvious. So, try one of these smarter key-hiding tactics! The Brick Trick. We’re all for a well-maintained brick walkway, but one small chink in the mortar can be good news! Put the brick blemish to good use: if there’s enough space for […]
December 20, 2013
Agency5 Things to Do Before You Go Out of Town
Your house doesn’t need as much attention as a pet or a child, but it does need some consideration before it’s left alone for an extended period of time. By crossing off a few quick tasks, you can make sure your house is protected against damage, burglary and bad smells while you’re out of town. […]
November 6, 2013
AgencyFactors That Could Raise Your Insurance Rates
Insurers consider a dizzying number of factors in determining premiums, so it’s often challenging for consumers to understand why they’re paying higher rates than their neighbors or co-workers. “All the consumer can do is ask questions when they buy insurance and get comparison apples-to-apples quotes and hope they’re getting a fair shake,” says Amy Bach, […]
October 23, 2013
AgencyAre You Covered? Insurance Loopholes for 3 Halloween Accidents
Not all insurance policies are created equal! The following guidelines are standard, but there are exceptions. It’s important to get to know your insurance policy before you have to file a claim. Here are three possible Halloween problems, and the skinny on what is and isn’t covered by a typical policy. Trick-or-Treater Slips and Falls Trick-or-treating can […]
October 16, 2013
Agency9 Things Your Homeowners Insurance May Not Cover
With homeowners insurance (or any insurance for that matter), you’re really paying for peace of mind – comfort in knowing that life’s curveballs won’t become insurmountable problems. However, those curveballs come in many shapes and sizes, and sometime they can exceed the limits of a standard homeowners policy. Here are nine things that a standard policy may […]
September 4, 2013
AgencyDangers of Identity Theft After a Crash
Whether you are in a major car accident or even a minor fender bender, identity theft is not likely to be one of your immediate concerns after a crash. But you can’t let your guard down as you swap auto insurance and other information. Criminals sometimes stage car accidents to make false injury claims, and […]
June 11, 2013
AgencyHorrible Pieces of Insurance Advice
When you have an insurance claim, the last thing you want to discover is that you didn’t buy the right coverage. While it’s easy to point the finger at agents, coverage gaps could be a two-way street. Sometimes friends and family members offer bad advice, including tenuous, illogical and even illegal strategies, hoping to save […]