Are you thinking about getting a trampoline for your yard? Before you go out and buy the trampoline, we’d like to share some things you should do and think about in regard to how it will affect your homeowners insurance policy. Statistics shows that having a trampoline increases the likelihood that someone will be injured […]
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R.C. Keller & Company Agency Announcement
Today I would like to announce that I have joined on as Partner and will now serve as a full member of the firm at R.C Keller & Co. My family and I are beyond excited for this next chapter in our lives. I am also beyond grateful to my Father-in-law, Bob Keller, who has […]
Read MoreEarthquake Safety: The Before, The During and The After
There is no such thing as “earthquake weather.” Statistically there is approximately an equal distribution of earthquakes in cold weather, hot weather and rainy weather. Earthquakes are natural disasters that come without much warning – if any. According to the California Integrated Seismic Network, warning times can be anywhere from a few minutes to just […]
Read MoreHow Come Insurance Rates Go Up Every Year?
As an insurance agent, I cannot tell you how many times that I am asked why insurance rates go up. Over the years, this question, just wears insurance agents down. Every week, I get gas. Every week I pay a different amount, but I never go in and ask the attendant why gas is ten […]
Read More4 Things To Do Before You Move Into Your New Home
You just bought a new home, congratulations! Now that you have the keys and before there is any furniture is in your home, it may need some attention before you move in. Doing some projects before the furniture arrives may help make the first days living in your new home safer and less stressful. We […]
Read MoreUpdate Your Home Without Spending Thousands
It does not take a massive remodel or a big budget to make your house feel a little more like home to you. Inside or out, small improvements can make a significant difference and you can handle most of them yourself, even if you are not handy. Check out our list of ideas below, from […]
Read MorePet Safety Tips During The Fall Weather
When I think of fall, the first things that pop into my head are the leaves changing colors, pumpkins, apple cider, Halloween, cooler weather and shorter days. While this season is an exciting time for many people across the United States, it can be a dangerous time for your pets. Between the sudden drop in […]
Read MoreFamily Activities To Do At Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to compel millions of Americans to shelter in place and work from home for the foreseeable future. Social distancing requirements may be viewed as an opportunity to reconnect as a family. If you are self-quarantining or sheltering in place, we have seven activities you can do as a family to help […]
Read MoreTips for Parents of Students Doing Virtual Learning
Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19, many educators and students have the ability to take their learning online. On August 3rd, School District 54, has decided to start the school year virtually, since COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the county and state. R.C. Keller & Company wanted to share a few tips to […]
Read MoreHow To Guide To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced by the incomplete burning of any carbon-containing material, including gasoline, natural gas, propane, coal or wood. CO is dangerous because it replaces oxygen in the blood and interferes with the transport of needed oxygen to cells in the body. Safety Tips Many incidents involving carbon monoxide […]
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