Friday, May 19, 2017Some insurance companies offer only one type of insurance, while others offer many different types. Insurance buyers often receive a discount if they buy all or many of their insurance policies from the same company. Bundling often presents value to policyholders, but there are times when it does not. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 4, 2017For most of us, the act of driving is part of our daily routine; it feels like second nature. But safe driving requires our focus and attention. Left-hand turns top the list of the most challenging and dangerous driving maneuvers. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 14, 2017In general, flood insurance is only available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). A few private insurers offer excess flood insurance. According to FEMA, floods, including inland flooding, flash floods and seasonal storms, occur in every region of the United States and 90 percent of all natural disasters in the U. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 7, 2017Customers buy insurance to minimize their risk and make them whole should a covered loss occur. What many may not understand is that a number of factors can cause their premiums to skyrocket before a covered peril even occurs. READ MORE >>
Friday, March 31, 2017Despite big storms and wildfires highlighting the need, home inventories are rare, say insurance industry experts. A recent Allstate Insurance survey of Atlanta homeowners found that while than more than 90 percent of homeowners are concerned about protecting their homes, only 41 percent had ever documented or valued their contents. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 24, 2017So, your honey popped the big question on Valentine’s Day. You couldn’t be more thrilled and the ring is to die for! But, what if it’s lost or stolen? While there is no way to insure the sentimental value of such a gift, having the right insurance coverage will provide financial protection, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 17, 2017Valentine’s Day just passed, and thoughts of people everywhere turned to … jewelry. About one of four Americans buys jewelry, spending $2,000 per year on average, and industry experts expect jewelry sales to grow by at least 5% annually through 2025. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 3, 2017Revisiting some old Super Bowl party tips that should still apply to this year.... The clock is counting down to kick-off time for this year’s Super Bowl 50, and you’re in the midst of party planning. But have you added reviewing your insurance coverage to the checklist? READ MORE >>
Friday, January 6, 2017One quarter of all home burglaries occur during the winter months, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). That's when many homeowners are out-of-town for the holidays. Crooks will steal electronics and jewelry, even the presents under your tree! The Insurance Information Institute (I. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 30, 2016Every year, we do it on the same day at the same time. The instant the calendar changes from the old year to the new one, we convince ourselves that this year will be different. We’re going to do everything we didn’t do in the past. It’s such a predictable ritual that it’s become part of our DNA. READ MORE >>
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