You have heard the rumors that auto insurance companies are giving refunds because of our current COVID-19 pandemic. Insurance companies are offering refunds because most of us are using our vehicles less during the state mandated shelter in place orders. Most companies are referring to them as their Shelter In Place Rebate. This make sense; […]
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A Message to Our Loyal Customers from Owner, Bob Keller
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 […]
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 More3 Things to Keep in Mind When You Host a Holiday Party
Whether you are prepping your family’s homemade, traditional recipes, cleaning your home for guests or decorating for the perfect holiday festivity, hosting a holiday party is a lot work. At the same time, it can be fun, and your guests may look forward to your party for weeks. We wish parties could be all fun […]
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 MoreWant To Have The Best Life Insurance Exam? Follow These Tips
You have applied for life insurance and your agent says you need an insurance medical exam. You may be apprehensive, there is no need to be. Life insurance companies send someone out to visit you at your home or office rather than requiring you to take the time to go into a medical facility. The […]
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 […]
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