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How to Avoid Costly Claims from Winter Storms

How to Avoid Costly Claims from Winter Storms

Winter storms can do serious damage to your home. In 2021, storms during the winter months caused a record $15 billion in insured losses in the U.S., as reported by the Insurance Information Institute (III). Some of the costliest winter events by insured losses from 1950 to 2021 include: Polar vortex Freezes Blizzards Winter storms Winter damage Cold waves Ice storms Does Homeowners Insurance Cover...

A motorcycle rider’s guide to Virginia’s Skyline Drive

A motorcycle rider’s guide to Virginia’s Skyline Drive

When you think of incredible mountain roads on the east coast, be sure not to overlook Skyline Drive. Here’s what you need to know as you plan your motorcycle ride along this scenic route. Navigating Skyline Drive on your motorcycle This often-overlooked route features 105 twisting, turning miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, offering jaw-dropping views around every bend. The road...

How car insurance works: A guide to everything you need to know

How car insurance works: A guide to everything you need to know

How car insurance works: A guide to everything you need to know Car insurance can help protect you from life-altering costs associated with car accidents and damage to vehicles. Our guide helps answer your questions about how car insurance works.  What is car insurance?  Car insurance is an agreement between you and an insurance provider that may help financially protect you if:  You’re involved in...

Should I Purchase a Car with License Plate Lights?

Should I Purchase a Car with License Plate Lights?

Depending on where you live, you may be required to have license plate lights. Consider buying a car with license plate lights or installing a light on your existing vehicles. The lights illuminate your license plate, and if your state requires it, ensure the lights are in good working order – you could be pulled over and cited if the light is burned out.  Advantages...

Seasonal motorcycle insurance

Seasonal motorcycle insurance

If you live in a part of the country where cold, harsh weather forces you to store your motorcycle over the winter, you might be tempted to cancel your motorcycle insurance to save money. However, canceling your insurance for temporary savings may leave you liable for damages and vulnerable to fines and other expenses. There are other ways to potentially save money and reduce your insurance...