Why You Should Work With an Independent Insurance Agency
Sometimes, you might see advertisements for cheap auto insurance that offers fast, easy enrollment online without the hassle of talking to a pushy salesperson. This might sound like it’s a simple, practical way to get the auto insurance you need as efficiently as possible. However, is it really a wise step to take? Should you […]
August 27, 2020
AgencyHurricane Laura
Prayers to those who were were hit by Hurricane Laura today. 2020 has been some kind of year for Americans.
February 22, 2013
AgencyHouston Suburb Charges Extra to Serve Accidents
A suburban Houston council has decided to charge insurers extra when firefighters and police officers are summoned to accident scenes. The Houston Chronicle reports Missouri City’s governing council has voted to recover from insurers the expenses the city incurs when emergency responders are sent to accident scenes. Theese charges can range from $500-$2000 depending on […]
October 19, 2012
AgencyFarmers Increase Rates Again!
By TERRENCE STUTZ TERRENCE STUTZ The Dallas Morning News Austin Bureau Published: 27 July 2012 11:33 PM AUSTIN — Homeowners covered by Farmers Insurance will see their second premium increase this year, the company told state regulators Friday, planning to boost the cost of most policies in Texas by an average of 15 percent. The […]
August 28, 2012
AgencyHistory Happened
Andrew, 20 Years Later Agents now play a larger role in educating consumers while managing carrier and E&O considerations. Twenty years after Hurricane Andrew battered southern Florida, independent agents are taking on a greater role to help consumers navigate property coverage options in a transformed market, an industry analyst says. The significance of Andrew, whose […]
March 7, 2012
AgencyJUST A FUNNY STORY (FOR SOME)
*Before you read this story I know that it has nothing to do with insurance except that medical insurance would pay. But if you are a hunter and ever been in a deer camp with a bunch of guys, you know that there is someone who might come up with an idea like this. You […]
March 5, 2012
AgencyWINDSTORM
BUYER BEWARE Many know by now that the Homeowner Insurance market in Harris County is in trouble. Either you have a policy that has doubled or even tripled in price or you have lost valuable coverage since Hurricane Ike. This has affected most Captive agents (Allstate, State farm, Farmers) that have an office the Houston/Harris […]
March 3, 2012
AgencySettling Your Claim
Settling the Claim The other driver’s insurance company may ask you to sign a release to settle your claim that says you will not file additional claims related to the same accident. Get a letter from your doctor estimating the cost and length of your future medical treatment to determine if your settlement is fair. […]
March 3, 2012
AgencyFiling a Claim
Filing a Claim Texas law sets deadlines for insurance companies to act after you’ve filed a claim. Companies must: Respond within 15 days of the date it received your claim in writing. It will probably ask you to document your loss. Accept or reject your claim within 15 days after you submit any requested documentation […]