6 Tips for Choosing an Independent Insurance Agent

1. Know the difference between independent agents and other insurance agents or carriers.  An independent agent represents a number of different insurance companies. In contrast, agents who represent large national companies only sell products from that carrier. A direct insurance company sells to you directly without an agent, typically online. An independent agent has the…

It’s Almost Boating Season… Don’t Let Insurance Sink Your Summer Fun!

As we get closer to summer, boat owners should all be assessing their insurance needs if they do not carry boat insurance already. If you have a boat, you need boat insurance.  Some people assume their homeowners’ policy is all they need to protect their boat. Not true. Typically, homeowners policies limited coverage for boats…

New Years Travel Advice

Millions of Americans will do some traveling this New Year holiday- the majority of it by car. Of course, winter weather creates a unique set of challenges on the roadways, whether you’re simply driving around in the bay area or headed to the Lake Tahoe area. At Gene Morgan Insurance, we’d like to help you not only enjoy your…

Business Insurance 101

Do you own or manage a small business, or are you thinking of starting one? One of the most important things to consider is the insurance coverage you will need to accurately cover your business. It is important to remain properly protected while keeping premiums down. Below are the 4 most important policies most small…

Night Driving Dangers

A little extra caution can go a long way while driving at night   Summer has ended, and while fall and winter have their own pleasures  — longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even though nighttime driving accounts for just…

Tips for Choosing a Local Independent Insurance Agency

1. Know the difference between independent agents and other insurance agents or carriers.  An independent agent represents a number of different insurance companies. In contrast, agents who represent large national companies only sell products from that carrier. A direct insurance company sells to you directly without an agent, typically online. An independent agent has the…

Do You Have Enough Coverage to Rebuild Your Home?

Imagine how devastating it would be to lose your home in a fire. Now imagine not being able to rebuild it completely because you didn’t have the correct amount of insurance. Selecting the proper amount of coverage is the single most important decision you can make with your Homeowners policy. Without it, you may not…

6 Tips for Choosing An Independent Agent

1. Know the difference between independent agents and other insurance agents or carriers.  An independent agent represents a number of different insurance companies. In contrast, agents who represent large national companies only sell products from that carrier. A direct insurance company sells to you directly without an agent, typically online. An independent agent has the…

Got Pet Insurance?

You buy health insurance for yourself, so why not buy it for your best friend too? Caring for a sick pet can be very costly, especially since your furry friend cannot tell you what is wrong. Pet insurance is becoming more and more common these days and can come in very handy when you need…

Have Expensive Jewelry? Schedule it on Your Homeowners or Renters Policy!

A standard homeowners policy includes coverage for jewelry and other precious items such as watches and furs. These items are covered for losses caused by all the perils included in your policy such as fire, windstorm, theft and vandalism. However, there are special limits of liability for certain items, meaning that the insurer will not…