Whether it’s a gift from someone special or a gift to yourself, a new piece of jewelry can bring some sparkle to your life. However, many people who find themselves victimized by burglars—or worse, a fire or some other disaster—also find out too late that they didn’t have enough insurance to replace their jewelry. Here’s […]
January 9, 2019
Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues in homes across the country, and they’re not just annoying—they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher bills. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program estimates that homeowners can save 5% to 30% on annual energy costs by incorporating technologies […]
December 29, 2018
There’s no other way to say it, carrying just state minimum for auto insurance will put you at risk of being an underinsured motorist — and will not properly protect you and your family’s finances if you’re at-fault in an accident. Going with just bare bones car insurance coverage required for your state means you […]
December 14, 2018
Nobody really enjoys traveling during the holidays, do they? OK, you might if you’re going on vacation, or you’re visiting family in Hawaii or something. But for everyone else, it’s a slog—whether you’re battling airport crowds the Wednesday before Thanksgiving or fighting through highway traffic on Christmas Eve, getting anywhere can be a massive hassle. […]
December 13, 2018
Millions of Americans will be traveling this holiday season, and if it’s anything like previous years, a lot of that travel will be on the road. Last year, AAA estimated that more than 100 million Americans were planning a trip of more than 50 miles during the holidays—and that was just between Dec. 23 and […]
November 29, 2018
As a firefighter we are called out to settle disputes between neighbors who are unhappy with each other about a warming fire on a cool night when one has their windows open, or somebody smoking or grilling food and the smells permeate their neighbors homes. We usually ask them to work it out and leave […]
November 28, 2018
As a professional firefighter and insurance agent, car accidents are an everyday occurrence in my life. But, the one thing you never hear discussed is “diminished value”. When the subject is brought up, everyone agrees that it’s only fair that the responsible party should pay for damages that will lower the overall value of the vehicle that was […]
November 13, 2018
Insurance Terms Made Easy Best day of the year, Arrowhead Insurance is finally celebrating its favorite holiday of the year: Insurance Awareness Day! Time for a party! That certainly calls for poem-making, party-throwing, and having a good ‘ol time talking about what makes insurance so exciting! We believe that being an independent insurance agent means more within […]
November 9, 2018
You’re not just imagining it—a lot of people are traveling with their pets these days. According to a TripAdvisor survey of more than 1,000 travelers, 53% of those responding said they take their pets on vacation, and 52% stay only at places that welcome pets. (For some people, the “welcome” part doesn’t matter: 20% admitted […]
November 8, 2018
Owning a home is usually a great experience. But it can also be a hassle, especially when unexpected issues pop up—whether you have a minor breakdown or a major catastrophe, it’s almost certainly going to require time and money to fix. In many instances, however, those “unexpected” issues shouldn’t really be a surprise at all, […]
October 23, 2018