Brandon: I’ve heard some talk within the insurance industry that we’re getting ready to go into (or we’re in the early stages) of a hard market. What is meant by a hard market? What is a soft market? Mark Baker: A hard market is generally driven when the insurance company is not making a good […]
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Taking Control of Your Financial Future
It’s easy to think of your finances as the paycheck you receive every couple of weeks, the bills you pay, and money you save for a rainy day. Though your financial picture is so much more than that. DJ Brooks, founder of Storyline Financial Planning sat down to discuss goals, priorities, and taking control of […]
12 Insurance Myths Debunked
Remember as a kid when you would whisper in the person’s ear next to you, then they would whisper in the ear of the person sitting next to them, and so on? By the time it would wrap around the room and get back to you your story would be anything but what you started […]
You’re Worth More Than 15 Minutes
What is your time worth? How often do you trade time for money (or vice versa)? “15 minutes could save you 15% or more on car insurance.” I imagine you’ve seen those commercials before? Aren’t you worth more than 15 minutes? Do you really want to entrust your financial well-being to someone that wants to […]
An Insurance Guide for Newlyweds
Congratulations on this new chapter in your life! Insurance for newlyweds, it’s one of the least fun topics when it comes to getting married. So it’s easy to put the conversation off as long as you can. Partially because it’s such a dreaded discussion. The other half of you is thinking, ‘where do I begin?’ This guide […]
How Does Credit Affect Your Insurance Premiums?
I get this question a lot, “how does my credit score affect my insurance premiums?” Insurance companies evaluate a number of risks when it comes to your auto and home insurance. Let’s say you’re getting car insurance quotes. Your agent might ask a few of the following questions: “Have you had any accidents or tickets recently?” “How long […]