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The Impact Inflation Has on Property Insurance

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A major inflation event can lead to an increase in property insurance. We might not notice the changes at first, but a little research will reveal everything. Inflation has been creeping up in the last few years, and with it came increased property insurance rates. We all know that inflation has been a slow and gradual increase in the price of products and services over the past few years. And within the United States, there are three types of inflation: general inflation, which is rising prices across the board; real estate inflation, which is increasing property prices; and monetary inflation, [...]

The Impact Inflation Has on Property Insurancewpadmin2022-12-22T20:18:49+00:00

Finding an Insurance Broker for Home and Auto: 5 Tips

wpadmin2022-11-10T19:47:13+00:00

Whether you're a first-time home buyer or you've been through the process before, shopping for insurance can be a confusing and time-consuming task. There are so many different options out there, and it's hard to know which one is right for you. That's where an insurance broker comes in. A broker is a professional who will work with you to find the best possible coverage at the best possible price. Here are five tips for finding an insurance broker that's right for you. Get referrals from friends, family, and colleagues. Chances are, someone you know has already gone through the [...]

Finding an Insurance Broker for Home and Auto: 5 Tipswpadmin2022-11-10T19:47:13+00:00

Follow These Steps to Protect Your Home’s Foundation This Summer

wpadmin2022-07-12T21:22:09+00:00

How one would protect their home's foundation from hot and dry summer in Texas We live in Texas, and like many people in the southern states, we deal with heat and drought. Especially during the summer. While sometimes it might seem like you can do nothing to protect your home’s foundation from this problem, there are some things that one can do to try and cool down the surrounding earth. Ways one would protect their home's foundation from hot and dry summer in Texas. Add a waterproofing material to the soil around your home. Waterproofing materials are excellent at protecting [...]

Follow These Steps to Protect Your Home’s Foundation This Summerwpadmin2022-07-12T21:22:09+00:00

Making Sure Your Car is Ready for the Texas Heat

wpadmin2022-06-08T17:31:26+00:00

Living in Texas, you know that the summers can be hot. So hot, in fact, that it is not uncommon for cars to overheat. To make sure your car is ready for the Texas heat, follow these simple tips. 1. Check Your Antifreeze and Coolant Levels As the temperatures rise, it is important to ensure your car is prepared for the heat. One of the most important things you can check your antifreeze/coolant levels and ensure the mixture is correct. If the mixture is too weak, it will not be able to cool your engine, leading to overheating properly. If [...]

Making Sure Your Car is Ready for the Texas Heatwpadmin2022-06-08T17:31:26+00:00

Be Prepared for Spring Storms with These Simple Steps

wpadmin2022-03-10T15:51:02+00:00

Spring is a time to get out and enjoy the weather. However, if you are living in an apartment or condominium, do not forget about the safety of your building. If you live in a building with a pool, keep that in mind as well! In case of a spring storm, it will be important to have storm-proofing in place. The following are some simple steps to help protect you, your property and those around you from these storms: 1) Be Aware – What are the signs? Weather can change quickly when there's heavy snowfall or rain. When the moisture-laden [...]

Be Prepared for Spring Storms with These Simple Stepswpadmin2022-03-10T15:51:02+00:00

How You Can Protect Things Outside of Homeowners Insurance

wpadmin2022-03-10T15:48:18+00:00

Have you ever had a home insurance policy but never thing about protecting your stuff outside of your house? Well, this is a common problem. You may not even know it, but your home is also your property. And as soon as something happens to your home, your belongings are at risk. Therefore, it is so important to have homeowners’ insurance. If something happens to your home and you do not have insurance, the potential damage could amount to a lot of money. So, whether it is an accidental fire or something more serious, having homeowners’ insurance will keep you [...]

How You Can Protect Things Outside of Homeowners Insurancewpadmin2022-03-10T15:48:18+00:00

Was Your Vehicle Damaged After the Winter Storm?

wpadmin2022-02-08T17:04:50+00:00

The winter storm that hit Texas left many devastated. Many of the residents were left without water or electricity for a few days. This is because of the harsh winter storm that left an unparalleled amount of snow and ice dumped in the whole region. Residents had to look for other alternatives to be able to sustain themselves. Due to the many unprecedented conditions, the state's energy grid could not cope and short-circuit. A sizable percentage of the residents had no power. Frozen pipes and stranded cars are some of the other many complications that the residents of Texas had [...]

Was Your Vehicle Damaged After the Winter Storm?wpadmin2022-02-08T17:04:50+00:00

Tips for Driving Safely in the Rain

wpadmin2022-01-21T22:39:25+00:00

Sometimes it is easy to forget just how dangerous driving can be. Often, the “it won’t happen to me” mentality can make it easy to ignore safety precautions, if some run of the mill defensive driving will ensure their safety. However, it is key to consider that everyone around you on the road – from the newest of new teen drivers to the most experienced truckers on their 12th straight hour of driving – are in control of multi-ton steel and gasoline machines traveling upwards of fifty miles per hour. And while driving itself has inherent dangers, driving during a [...]

Tips for Driving Safely in the Rainwpadmin2022-01-21T22:39:25+00:00

Everything You Should Know About Motorcycle Insurance

wpadmin2021-01-20T14:25:46+00:00

Ready to ride that new motorcycle you bought? Not so fast. Although you think safety gear is all you need to be safe, you can lose your finances if you do not know the basics of motorcycle insurance. While you may not enjoy spending money on insurance, you need it, and you should have it. Most of the time, motorcycle insurance can be confusing, but this article has compiled a list of what you need to know about it. Meaning of Motorcycle Insurance Motorcycle insurance is a cover that offers financial protection in case your motorcycle gets an accident, stolen, [...]

Everything You Should Know About Motorcycle Insurancewpadmin2021-01-20T14:25:46+00:00

Top Reasons Why You Need Renters Insurance

wpadmin2021-01-14T18:55:00+00:00

Renters insurance is also known as tenants insurance. It is property insurance available to people subletting or renting an apartment, single-family home, townhouse, loft, studio, condo, or duplex. It provides a cover for the policy owner's liabilities, living expenses, and belongings in case of any loss. It only protects property that may be lost within the property rented. If you do not have renters insurance and a fire outbreak destroys the rented space, you would have to cover the loss of personal property. The landlord's policy will only cover the structure. If you live around Arlington, you can contact GEC [...]

Top Reasons Why You Need Renters Insurancewpadmin2021-01-14T18:55:00+00:00