Hi there, We wanted to give you an update of what is happening on the insurance side of things for the COVID-19, better known as the Coronavirus. Many are asking if Business Income or Business Interruption Coverage would cover a loss of business due to the Coronavirus. The short answer is “no”. In order for […]
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Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
According to the Insurance Information Institute, the number of consumers who fell victim of identity fraud was 14.4 million in 2018. Even though this number is lower than years past, these victims bore a heavier financial burden; 3.3 million people were responsible for some of the liability of the fraud committed against them. Identity theft […]
Read MoreInsurance Deductibles – How Do They Work?
Not everyone knows the ins and outs of insurance; so if you are wondering how your insurance deductibles work, that’s ok, we are going to explain that in this post. What is a deductible? An insurance deductible is the amount you, the insured, pay before any claim is paid by your insurance carrier. Depending on […]
Read MoreDe-Ice Your Driveway with These 5 Effective Ways
Winters in the Chicago suburbs can turn your driveway into an ice rink. We wanted to share five of the most effective ways to de-ice your driveway and walkways. We will also share tips on how to prevent ice from accumulating in the first place. Rock Salt: This is the most common way to de-ice […]
Read MoreDriving on Icy Roads
Living in the Midwest, we are no strangers to snow and how it can make driving in the winter difficult. Icy roads are one of the top causes of car accidents in the United States and cause hundreds of deaths each year. The state of Illinois ranked fifth for winter weather-related driving fatalities, with an […]
Read MoreTips For Teens To Be A Better Passenger
Having a driver’s license is a right of passage from childhood to becoming an adult. While teens may enjoy the freedoms of getting a ride with a friend instead of relying on mom or dad, it’s important that teens understand that their behavior as a passenger may help contribute to a safe car ride with […]
Read MoreWhy You Will Love Having an Insurance Agent
There are so many ways to buy insurance nowadays. If you are covered, does it really matter how you got there? Of course, it does. You will experience the difference when you work with a local independent insurance agent, like R.C. Keller & Company. To an independent insurance agent, a policy is a promise – […]
Read MoreSaving Money on Your Summer Road Trip
Warm weather is here and that means thousands of Midwesterners will head out on road trips soon. We wanted to give you some tips that can help you save money while you are driving to your destination. Get a tune-up and cut weight: Preventive car care before a summer road trip can help you save […]
Read MoreRental Car Insurance, Do You Really Need It?
You come off the plane, pick up your luggage and head to the rental car counter. You are tired from the flight and this when you are asked, “Do you want insurance with that?” Most travelers that are asked this, have the vague notion that they do not really need to buy rental car insurance […]
Read MoreLife Events That Might Affect Your Auto Insurance Premium
When you get married, put your teen behind the wheel for the first time, or buy your first home, a big life change can have a ripple effect on your finances. While it might not be at the top of your list, one of the effects could be your auto insurance. There is a lot […]
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