November 29, 2021
AgencyNight Driving Dangers
A little extra caution can go a long way while driving at night Summer has ended, and while fall and winter have their own pleasures — including skiing at Stevens Pass — longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even though […]
November 22, 2021
AgencyHow to Prevent EFT Cyber Fraud
There are numerous ways in which fraudsters engage in cyber fraud. However, almost all of them are modern versions of “con games,” in which a fraudster obtains the confidence of a victim, then abuses that confidence. Cyber fraud comes in many forms with a lot of names, such as “phishing,” “vishing,” “spoofing,” “masking,” and “social […]
November 15, 2021
AgencyCommercial Auto Insurance for Washington State
Commercial Auto Insurance: Commercial auto insurance can cover a combination of vehicle types (trucks, cars) and drivers, as well as some types of motorized equipment. It provides for bodily injury liability and property damage while operating a company automobile, medical payments or Personal Injury Protection (PIP) for the driver and passengers of the policyholder’s car. […]
November 8, 2021
AgencyAvoid Parking Lot Accidents
5 Ways to Avoid Parking Lot Fender Benders in Washington State: Parking lots in Washington State– we love the convenience but hate the frustrations, especially when people are driving too fast, backing out of spots without looking and otherwise modeling bad parking lot behavior. That behavior just so happens to be the cause of many […]
November 4, 2021
AgencyWhen should your kids get their own auto insurance policy?
I want to reiterate that coverage and underwriting requirements always vary by carrier, so this information is as generalized as I can make it. The 1st consideration would be residence. If your child no longer lives with you and you do not have care, custody, or control of their vehicle, then do you want the […]
October 28, 2021
AgencySmart Road Tips for Halloween Safety
Advice for drivers and trick-or-treaters. As ghosts, witches, and superheroes wander the roads on Halloween looking for candy and treats, drivers should take extra care to ensure that the holiday doesn’t become truly horrifying. The scary reality is that Halloween is one of the deadliest days of the year for pedestrians, especially children, statistics show. […]
October 19, 2021
AgencyWinter Tire Tips
Do You Need Winter Tires? You know it’s coming. Snow and slush. Freezing rain. Maybe even black ice. But do you know if your tires are ready for all of that? When driving in the Pacific Northwest in the wintertime, your tires just might be the most important safety feature on your car. The right ones […]
October 12, 2021
AgencyWhat is a contractor’s bond?
Bonding protects the consumer if the contractor fails to complete a job, doesn’t pay taxes, or fails to meet other financial obligations, such as paying for supplies or subcontractors or covering damage that workers cause to your property Construction bonds are a type of surety bond that protects against disruptions or financial loss due to a contractor’s failure to complete a project or failure […]
October 8, 2021
AgencyInsurance to Value
Do You Have Enough Coverage to Rebuild Your Home? Imagine how devastating it would be to lose your home in a fire. Now imagine not being able to rebuild it completely because you didn’t have the correct amount of insurance. Selecting the proper amount of coverage is the single most important decision you can make […]
September 30, 2021
AgencyAppliance Hoses
Should You Be Worried About Your Appliance Hoses? There’s a ticking time bomb in you house right now, waiting to strike when you least expect it. In fact, there might even be more than one. And each can cause thousands and thousands of dollars in damage. We here at The Miller Insurance Agency are talking […]