January 17, 2020
Agency12 Tips for Starting a Small Business That You Need to Know
Even many long-time small business owners would agree with the line from the 1970’s song by the band Faces: “I wish that I knew what I know now.” Over the years of running a small business, owners inevitably gather many lessons about how to grow and run a business more effectively. Thankfully, many of these […]
January 13, 2020
AgencyWon’t 10 Times as Much Insurance Cost 10 Times as Much?
Maybe you think if you have $25,000 in liability coverage and you want $250,000, your premiums will be ten times as much. WRONG! It can be confusing to get all the information you need to make informed decisions about how much insurance coverage you can afford, so we did a cost comparison of premiums charged […]
January 7, 2020
AgencyWhy do my auto insurance rates continue to increase?
Recent Trends Boost Costs for Auto Insurance Does it seem like driving has become more expensive in recent years? It likely has. Since 2014, the U.S. has seen more new cars on the road, and those cars are driving more miles than in years past. The severity of traffic-related accidents has grown worse, and insurance claims for bodily […]
December 17, 2019
AgencyWhat Your Homeowners’ Association (HOA) Insurance Covers; And What It Leaves Uninsured
Learn what to expect from your HOA master insurance policy and what you’ll need to insure on your own. If you live in a development or community that is governed by a homeowners’ association (HOA), you may end up paying less for individual homeowners’ insurance than the average homeowner. That’s because HOAs are responsible for buying insurance […]
December 6, 2019
AgencyAre you willing to be tracked to save money on your insurance?
In this day and age we are all trying to control our insurance costs without sacrificing the most important area for having insurance which is your COVERAGE. With many insurance companies marketing being focused solely on the money aspect of insurance they never highlight the fact that “cheaper” is not always better. I have always […]
December 2, 2019
AgencyThoughtful contamination coverage for breweries
The brew process involves a number of perishable ingredients, all of which require proper storage. Mishandling or incorrectly storing these ingredients could cripple your brewery’s ability to produce a good quality product. What is contamination? The proliferation of unintended organisms, including bacteria, molds, or wild yeast. Contamination also includes drug compounds or any other physical […]
November 20, 2019
AgencyInsurance for Your Construction Business
As a small trade contractor, protecting your business is a cornerstone of success. We’ve seen firsthand how a job site accident or equipment failure can negatively impact your projects, your workers, and your financial position. We partner with numerous insurers to help safeguard your jobsites, equipment, people, and more. Tailored Coverages Address Your Complex Needs: […]
November 11, 2019
AgencyCreate a Workplace Safety Program
Looking to protect yourself and your employees from workplace injuries? In an effort to help out below you will find helpful information and links provided by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. A workplace safety program is based on the hazards you have identified in your workplace and the safety methods you’ve chosen to manage those […]
November 7, 2019
AgencyMore Technology Means More Cyber Risks: What You Should Know to Stay Safe
When was the last time you logged into your computer, connected to an app via your smartphone or asked your internet-connected personal assistant a question? Chances are, it was just a few minutes ago. While there are significant benefits such technologies bring to our lives (namely convenience), it’s important that we don’t overlook the corresponding […]
November 1, 2019
AgencyFire prevention advice
October is Fire Prevention Month, so it’s a good time to think about fire safety where collector cars, motorcycles and boats are stored. Gasoline, oil, paints and solvents are just some of the flammable materials found in a typical garage, but there are commonsense ways to keep your clients’ collections – and everything in its […]