3 Important Things to Know About Fire Extinguishers

Whether your Bay Area home is a three-story Tudor, a skyline-grazing apartment or an RV on wheels, you need at least one fire extinguisher for it. But if you don’t have the right one, or you haven’t checked it recently, you may have a false sense of security rather than a fire-fighting device. There are…

This Valentine’s day – Give the gift of LOVE & PROTECTION!

Protect those you love the most this Valentine’s day, give the gift of life insurance! Thank you can’t afford life insurance? Think again. Term life insurance is actually much more affordable than most people know. It can cost as little as $12 a month for a healthy individual, depending on the term and amount. Most…

Medicare Open Enrollment is Now!

Medicare open enrollment began last week and ends on December 7th. Now is the time to review and change your plan; or enroll if you already 65 and have not done so yet. Contact us today for your free review of your Medicare options. Our agency has a dedicated Medicare certified agent: Christine Wuttke (925)…

When Water Goes Where it Shouldn’t, are you Covered?

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…

Paying too Much for Earthquake Insurance?

Many homeowners in California are unaware that there are options for earthquake insurance; you are not obligated to California Earthquake Authority only. There are many other private insurance companies that offer earthquake insurance, and often times it is less than HALF as much as CEA! You read that right. In many areas in California, the…

Protect Your Home While On Vacation

Spring Break is here! For some, that means it’s time for a vacation. We all look forward to vacations. Whether you’re planning on soaking up the sun on a tropical beach, or camping in a local park, it’s great to get away. You can relax and enjoy time with your family and friends and forget…

What to do After a Major Water Leak or Indoor Flood

In California we have been experiencing heavy rain over the past few months. We thought now would be a great time to remind people what to do in the event of an emergency water leak or flood. Follow these steps in the event of an emergency: 1. Stop the Water If water is coming from…

Have some new jewelry in the house? Protect it!

Ah, Valentine’s Day is here, and love is in the air. Well, love and a few other things, such as chocolates, romantic dinners, candy hearts that say “Be Mine” – and, of course, jewelry. It’s exciting to receive jewelry from a loved one — or to give it as a gift. Not to mention romantic….

Blue Shield of California and Sutter Health have signed a new agreement

We are pleased to announce that Blue Shield and Sutter Health have signed a new 3-year agreement effective January 1, 2017. This means that Sutter Health hospitals and providers are part of Blue Shield’s statewide network. Blue Shield negotiates with providers with the goal of obtaining rates that help them keep healthcare coverage affordable. While…

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month!

Did you know that September is Life Insurance Awareness Month? With that in mind, we’re going to lay some cold hard facts on you about life insurance. 7 in 10 American households with children under 18 would be in jeopardy if the primary bread-winner died. 30% of U.S. households (35 million) have no life insurance protection at…