Make Your House Safe For Trick-Or-Treaters
Posted: October 19, 2017
Halloween is fast approaching. All kids love to dress up, get together with friends, and go door-to-door hoping to find the full size candy bar. A little pre-planning can prevent unfortunate accidents that could turn out to be tragic for kids and trying for you. Here are some pointers for ensuring your house is a safe place for trick-or-treaters on Oct. 31. Pets first. Dogs,...
Are You Prepared?
Posted: October 19, 2017
There is no question Texas has been hit hard by hurricane Harvey and our thoughts are with all those who have suffered a loss. Now is the time to think about how you will respond to the next big storm or disaster. Remember, some disasters are not covered under a standard homeowners insurance policy. Part of your planning needs to be a review of your...
You Just Got Sued For A Social Media Post
Posted: August 17, 2017
A Texas jury has awarded a wedding photographer more than $1 million after determining a newly married couple unhappy with her work launched a social media campaign to post falsehoods about her. The Dallas County jury found Friday that the campaign against Andrea Polito amounted to defamation. The jury unanimously found the couple acted of out malice in targeting Polito in the months after their...
Homeowner’s Insurance….How Does Yours Compare?
Posted: April 25, 2017
Homeowner’s Insurance Premiums Are Increasing Nationally, homeowner’s insurance premiums are increasing. There are a number of reasons for the increases including; fewer new homes (limiting growth), recent losses from natural disasters (especially hurricanes and earthquakes), and the cost to repair or replace (more expensive materials have impacted premiums). These were identified as things that impact homeowner’s premiums the most: Construction - The type of...
We Think Of Insurance as a Promise
Posted: February 9, 2017
Business and personal insurance update Many people look at insurance as a commodity, like buying car or a piece of furniture. Consequently, they become caught up in searching for the lowest price for the “product of insurance.” Insurance is less of a commodity, and more of a promise or service. Promise vs. product Insurance is a promise from the insurer to cover your claim or...