Summer break is a wonderful to escape to a tropical destination or somewhere cooler. You put so much time into planning, packaging, and scheduling–but is your home protected while you are away on vacation? To completely enjoy your trip, you need peace of mind. Plan appropriately for security and maintenance using the following checklist by […]
Swimming Pool Insurance Coverage and Safety Tips
Opening your backyard swimming pool for the season takes more than filling it up and jumping in. Remember that in addition to cleaning your pool to prepare for summer, owning a pool may require additional insurance coverage (depending on your preferences) and safety responsibilities. This post is designed to help you prepare for, and make […]
Summer Road Trip Tips: Fuel Functionality and Eco-Driving Techniques to Save on Fuel Costs
With school officially out, and the thrill of summer ahead, many of us are about to embark on road trips and weekend excursions. When preparing for your next trip, consider your general automobile maintenance habits and driving tactics. Being mindful of these things could save you a few bucks along the way, leaving more money in […]
2017 Auto Insurance Premiums are on the Rise. Here is why.. By Kelly Stone
“Why did my auto rates increase, I have never filed a claim?” If you are reading this you have probably purchased auto insurance in the last few years and you already know that rates are increasing. Unfortunately this trend is only going to get worse in 2017 and beyond. According to the Insurance Journal State […]
An Agent with a Service Heart by Jennifer Brock
An important part of branding myself as an agent is being able to answer the questions, “What makes me different? Why should potential clients do business with me?” It wasn’t until recently that I could answer those questions with full confidence. After working in an agency where the clients weren’t put first, I realized that […]
Insuring an older home — By Sandi Stone
WHAT? YOU WANT TO PURCHASE AN OLD HOUSE! By Sandi Stone Old homes have character. That is undeniable. They were built long before the age of cookie cutter suburbia, where you house looks just like you neighbors and your neighbors looks just like his neighbors. The many years of life this house has seen creates […]
Will my credit rating change my insurance rates?
I was recently asked this question by one of our clients, and thought I would share the answer here for our readers. There are a lot of things that go into homeowners and auto insurance rates, one of them being credit. I’ve heard a lot of complaints from people who don’t like the fact that […]
Why Do My Auto Insurance Rates Keep Going Up Even Though My Car Keeps Getting Older?
Why do my auto insurance rates keep going up even though my car is getting older? At Stone Insurance Group, many of our clients ask this question so I would like to address it from a couple of angles. First things first, even though it’s called car/auto insurance, it covers more than just your car. […]