Fire Prevention Week: Home Safety Steps and What Your Homeowners Insurance Covers
Posted: October 2, 2026
Every October, the National Fire Protection Association observes Fire Prevention Week, which falls on October 4-10 in 2026. The observance began over a century ago to mark the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, and it remains a helpful reminder to check the basics of home fire safety before colder weather sends more people back to their stoves, fireplaces, and space heaters. Common Causes of...
Back-to-School Driving: Insurance Tips for Teen and Student Drivers
Posted: September 2, 2026
September means school buses, morning carpool lines, and for many families, a new teen driver on the road. Whether your teenager is driving themselves to high school for the first time or heading off to college with a car in tow, back-to-school season is a good time to make sure your auto insurance keeps pace with your changing driving needs. Here's what to know about...
Boat, RV, and ATV Insurance: What Recreational Vehicle Owners Need to Know
Posted: August 16, 2026
Summer is peak season for recreational vehicles. Whether you're out on the water with a boat, exploring the country in an RV, or hitting a trail on an ATV, August brings some of the highest usage of the year for these vehicles, and that makes it a great time to make sure your insurance coverage is in order. Many people assume their standard auto or...
10 Reasons to Partner with an Independent Insurance Agent
Posted: August 12, 2026
When it comes to insurance—for your home, car, small business, or other risks, independent agents can help with decisions, advocate on your behalf, and help provide overall peace of mind. Independent agents don’t work for a single carrier; they work for you. Because they represent multiple insurers, they bring flexibility, choice, and expertise to the table. Below are ten advantages of working with an independent...
Back-to-School Season: Does Your Auto Insurance Cover a Teen Driver?
Posted: August 1, 2026
Every August, millions of families prepare for back-to-school, and for households with a newly licensed teen, that checklist includes an important question: Is your auto insurance ready? Adding a teenager to your auto insurance policy is one of the most significant coverage changes a family can make. Teen drivers are statistically among the highest-risk drivers on the road, which affects both your coverage needs and...
