Protect Your Home While On Vacation

We recommend taking the following preventative measures to keep your home and personal belongings safe: Keep your home well-lit. Mount exterior lights in your yard or on your house so that they are out of reach of would-be burglars. Put indoor lights on a timer. Make it time-consuming to break into your home. Dead-bolt window…

Learn About Condo Insurance!

You’ve taken the plunge and opted for condo life. Now that the papers are signed, it seems like everything is taken care of for you-building maintenance, roof repairs, landscaping, insurance, etc. It’s time to relax because everything is covered, right? Not quite. The insurance policy provided by the condo association covers the building structure and…

Manage Your Insurance Policy On The Go!

With today’s improved technology, most major insurance companies have introduced phone applications. Companies from Progressive, Travelers, Safeco, Nationwide, Allstate, State Farm, Farmers, and many others have introcuded such apps. Not sure how to find these applications? Contact your insurance agent if you need help. So what does this mean for you? You can pay your…

Summer Fun!

It’s summer! That means it’s time to break out your boat, jet ski, RV, and ATV, and head up to the mountains or the lake and have some fun!! Before the fun starts though, you should make sure that you have adequate coverage for all of your favorite toys. If you are concerned that you…

Protect Your Vacant Home!

Whether your home is seasonally unoccupied, your tenant recently left, or your property is vacant due to unforeseen circumstances, check out these tips on how to protect your vacant property from damage. Residential Property Owners: Keep wind and water out – make sure that tree branches are cut back 5 to 6 feet from roof…

Oh the Weather Outside is Frightful

We know how delightful a warm fire is in the winter months. Cuddling up with a cup of hot cocoa and reading your favorite book. However, as the temperature drops the risk of a house fire rises. Renters especially need to be aware of the coverage that they have for personal belongings since this is…

When Water Goes Where It Shouldn’t

Even a small leak can become a major problem, so knowing what you’re covered for and how to prevent water damage are equally important.  The below tips should help uncover any potential water problems down the road and keep your property dry. Check appliance hoses.  Standard hoses are not as durable as they used to…

Winter Storms Ahead – Are You Ready?

We admit it: As insurance pros, our picture of winter isn’t exactly cozy. Winter storms mean traffic snarls, hillsides turning to sheets of ice, and cars sliding around like hockey pucks. Cold temperatures can cause pipes to burst, frost swells and other damage. Heating your home with fireplaces and holiday lighting can increase the risk…

Preparing an Effective Evacuation Plan

In the event of a sudden emergency such as a wildfire, you may have just minutes to gather your family and important papers, and get out of your house, possibly for good. Are you prepared? With preparation and practice, you stand the best chance of getting out with what you and your family need, and…

The Importance of Renter’s Insurance

If you live in a rental home or apartment, chances are you don’t have the proper insurance. Despite the fact that rented homes are more likely to be burglarized than owner-occupied properties, nearly 60 percent of renters don’t have a renters policy. Why does it matter? “If you rent a house or apartment and think…