Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Water damage is one of the most common claims in the insurance industry, yet one of the least discussed. Until this year’s Texas freeze, we rarely saw a story making headlines about a pipe bursting in the home. Yet year over year, water losses are the leading cause of avoidable homeowner claims in the U.S.
Friday, April 16, 2021
Starting in September of 2019, the commercial insurance marketplace began to show signs of firming. Since then, most insurance markets in the property and casualty industry have entered a full-blown hard market cycle…
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
States require that auto owners carry liability insurance. However, state minimum limits are usually low and inadequate to fully compensate for injuries and damages.
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Cars are computers on wheels and it’s important to know how they can compromise your identity and security.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Will cash become a thing of the past? It often feels that way with the prevalent use of credit cards, online banking, and electronic payment apps.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
The most important step you can take to survive an earthquake is to learn what to do to protect yourself and your family when “the big one” happens.
Monday, March 9, 2020
Many people use their personal autos in business, from running a work-related errand to making sales calls on a daily basis. Employers often reimburse employees for expenses, but they expect the employee to maintain personal auto insurance.
Friday, February 14, 2020
When you purchase earthquake coverage on your home, the deductible—your portion of the claim—will be substantial.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Your homeowner and auto policies include liability coverage, which responds when you are held legally liable for bodily injury or property damage to others.
Monday, January 13, 2020
Did you know that water damage is the most common homeowner’s loss? It is five times more likely than fire and seven times more likely than burglary.
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Annual winter weather losses in the U.S. total over $1 billion. While Pacific Northwest winters can be mild compared to the East Coast and Midwest, we still need to take precautions for increased risks associated with the winter months. Your Home Frozen Pipes When the deep freeze arrives, keep the house heated to at least […]
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Your financial advisor, accountant, or attorney may advise you to transfer ownership of your home or other property to a trust or limited liability company as a wealth management strategy.