October 23, 2013
AgencyPractice Workplace Safety
Any workplace can become a danger zone, even a docile corporate office. That’s why, in 1970, Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) which requires employers to follow specified safety standards in order to provide a non-hazardous workplace. It’s beneficial for employers to provide safety training during orientation (and periodic refresher courses) to […]
October 9, 2013
AgencyKeep Your Home Safe from Mold
Mold is a small organism that can cause big problems. From hay fever-like allergic symptoms to chronic illness, mold can be damaging to your family and home. Mold can grow both inside and outside, so long as humidity or moisture is present. Check for mold in basements, bathrooms, kitchens and any areas recently affected by […]
September 30, 2013
AgencyVarious Car Insurance Discounts
There are very few people on the planet who aren’t interested in finding a bargain, and that goes for insurance buyers as well as other types of deal hunters. If you are willing to shop around for El Paso auto insurance, there are a few discount opportunities you should be aware of. Multi-policy discounts: The […]
September 13, 2013
AgencyDoes Your Insurance Cover Teen Driving?
As summer winds down into fall, you should keep this story in mind before you opt out of collision coverage. One autumn afternoon, a pregnant woman was driving her mother and her two young children to the store. She stopped at a stop sign, waited for her turn to go, and then entered the intersection. […]
August 6, 2013
Agency5 Basic Personal Insurance Tips
With my family’s insurance renewals coming up, I’ve spent the past couple of months checking out home and auto coverage from different companies. Interestingly enough, my research points out some myths about insurance that many folks may not know. For example: With all the recent rain and flash floods, I can’t help but think of […]
July 30, 2013
AgencyCar Insurance Rating Myths
It’s nerve-racking to wait for your new or renewal El Paso auto insurance rate quote. While you wait, all the driving sins you’ve committed over the past year or more rest heavily on your shoulders and you may become increasingly sure that every choice you’ve made, including the color you’ve chosen for your vehicle, will […]
July 30, 2013
AgencyAre Your Car Insurance Rates based on Education and Occupation?
When you get insurance, a variety of factors go into determining how much your premiums will cost. Some companies, however, include your education level and work status and may charge you more for it. According to a recent report, companies like GEICO, Progressive, Liberty Mutual, and Farmers will charge you more if you only have […]
July 9, 2013
AgencyCar Insurance Rates Increase 71% for Teen Drivers in Texas
A study by InsuranceQuotes.com finds a married couple in Texas can expect to see their car insurance premiums rise more than 70% when they add a teenage driver to their policy. The report finds Texas enjoys the ninth-lowest rate increase in the country for adding teen drivers to their parents’ policies. The national average for […]
July 3, 2013
Agency5 Reasons Talking to an Agent is Better Than a Comparing Prices Online
The process of finding insurance coverage for your business is critical to its well-being. While you want to find a policy with the lowest premium possible, you still need to be absolutely certain that your business, its assets and its employees are adequately covered for all eventualities. Most businesses in the U.S. require three […]
June 28, 2013
AgencyTexas ranks high in dog-bite claims
Owning a dog can be a blessing, most owners agree. They serve as home security guards, playmates for our children and can help us deal with stress. But the pluses quickly fade when a dog bites a stranger, resulting in a possible lawsuit or termination of a home insurance policy. Texas ranks third in State […]