October 26, 2012
AgencyUpdate: Hurricane Sandy Death Toll at 41; ‘Super Storm’ Eyes East Coast
Hurricane Sandy, a late-season Atlantic storm unlike anything seen in more than two decades, slogged slowly toward the U.S. East Coast on Friday after killing at least 41 people as it cut across the Caribbean. Forecasters said Sandy, with an expanding wind field already 550 miles (890 km) wide, had begun merging with a polar […]
September 28, 2012
AgencyDrivers May Be Unaware of Texting Habit: Study
Texting while driving is considered a serious public safety concern, but a new University of Michigan study suggests that drivers might not be aware of their actions. U-M researchers found that texting while driving is predicted by a person’s level of “habit”—more so than how much someone texts. When people check their cell phones without […]
August 28, 2012
AgencyHurricane Isaac Gains Strength, Aims for New Orleans
Updated 7:00 p.m. ET (CBS/AP) MIAMI – Tropical Storm Isaac is gaining strength as it gets closer to predicted landfall along the northern Gulf Coast. It is not yet a hurricane, but should be soon. At 5 p.m. Monday, the National Hurricane Center reported that Isaac’s top sustained winds had reached 70 mph, up from […]
May 24, 2012
Agency5 Ways to Save on Homeowners Insurance
By Robert Lewis, InsWeb.com Finding cheap homeowners insurance rates is easy. Follow these five money-saving tips and save on homeowners insurance every month. Increase Your Deductible: Increasing your deductible by just a few hundred dollars can make a significant difference in your homeowners insurance premium. Most deductibles start at $500—if you can afford to raise your deductible to […]
May 14, 2012
AgencyHow to Slash Your Car Insurance Bill in Half
How to Slash Your Car Insurance Bill in Half These nine tips could help you make significant savings in your car insurance. By John Loos We all want to cut our expenses in half. The good news is that while the monthly costs for your smartphone or cable TV may be relatively fixed, your auto […]
May 3, 2012
AgencyHome Security: Protecting your residence from burglary
A home burglary takes place in the United States every 14.6 seconds. Thirty-four percent of these burglars gain access to their victim’s home by simply walking across the welcome mat and through the front door.1 Before you rush out to purchase an elaborate home security system or guard dog to protect your property, however, you […]
April 30, 2012
AgencyPutting Your Teen Behind The Wheel
Tips for insuring and choosing the right vehicle Teen drivers spend countless hours dreaming of owning their first car. A fast sports car conjures exciting images, while an SUV has ample room for all of their friends—and both vehicles have one thing in common: Neither is a good choice for teens. If you’re the parent […]
March 6, 2012
AgencyFind out how your age affects your car insurance rate, and what you can do to lower your premiums.
By Terence Loose Think all that comes with getting older is more responsibility, wrinkles, and backaches? Here’s something that might ease the pain: as your age goes up, typically, your insurance rates goes down. Yes, the further away from that rebellious teen period you are, the better your rates will likely be. That’s because insurers […]
January 11, 2012
AgencyHow Your Personal Life Affects Your Car Insurance Rate
Wondering why you pay what you do for car insurance? Check out these five factors that could affect your rate. By Sarah Simmons When it comes to getting an auto insurance policy, things can get surprisingly personal. From your career and marital status to your address and car model, auto insurance agencies are determined to […]
December 14, 2011
AgencyFacts That Could Help Reduce Your Auto Insurance Rates
Learn more about five facts that could help you save more on your auto insurance. By Renee Wade If you’re on the hunt for a better auto insurance policy, you’ve probably encountered a wide variety of providers, coverage levels and options. With so many things to think about and compare, many consumers miss the tidbits […]