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Impending Arrival of Hurricane Matthew: Insurance Company Claim Telephone Numbers
Posted: October 4, 2016
In the event that Hurricane Matthew causes problems for our area and you are not able to reach our Agency or your Agent, we have provided the phone numbers for our Insurance Companies: American Modern 1-800-543-2644 Auto Owners (Charlotte) 1-800-532-3786 Auto...How To Handle Being Hit While Parked
Posted: October 3, 2016
Hit and run accidents frequently occur while a vehicle is parked on the street, in a parking structure, or at the local shopping mall. Often the guilty party does not leave contact information, which leaves the vehicle owner with the problem of getting the damage repaired. To add to the burden, many people are unclear on what to do in this situation and are unsure...
Is Your Home Ready For The Fall?
Posted: September 16, 2016
For homeowners, each season brings its own unique set of challenges and maintenance tasks, and prevention is always easier and less expensive than repairing something that's broken. As fall approaches, consider protecting your home by taking the time to assess and address any issues in the following areas: Insulation from the cold. As the weather gets colder, poor insulation can be both uncomfortable and expensive,...
Two Exceptions To Permissive Use Car Insurance Coverage
Posted: September 1, 2016
Your car insurance may not cover every person who drives your vehicle on an occasional basis. Members of your household who are most likely to use your vehicle are usually named as drivers on your insurance policy. Some auto insurance policies more generally cover "household members" – but what are the exceptions? Your car insurance policy (buried in the fine print) will define the term "household...
How To Avoid Getting A Flat Tire
Posted: August 15, 2016
A flat tire is not only a hassle, but it also puts you and your passengers in danger. Your tires get a real workout, meaning they are one of the most vulnerable parts of your vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that flat tires and blowouts cause many dangerous and deadly car accidents across the USA every year. Thankfully, you can be...
