Arthur Blake Insurance Blog

When looking around your Dallas home, you may realize that over the years you have collected some highly valuable items, in either monetary or sentimental worth. You may want to talk to your insurance agent to find out if the standard coverage in your homeowner’s policy would be enough to cover your more expensive personal items. Chances are it these possessions are not covered, and you may need to consider purchasing endorsements.

When you own a Dallas retail store, your display windows may make all the difference in terms of attracting customers and generating sales. It is important to make your display windows creative and eye-catching, so that they compel customers to venture into your store. It is also important to financially protect your display windows with glass insurance, which can be added to your business insurance policies.

Whether you have moved to Dallas for work, to be with family or to make a fresh start, you may need to adjust your insurance coverage to accommodate your new home. Your agent may be able to help you obtain the financial protection you need, and you may pay less if you purchase multiple policies from the same insurer.

Your Dallas business, whether large or small, home-based or located downtown in a high rise building, most likely needs commercial insurance to provide financial protection in the event of an accident or other catastrophe. Your insurance agent may help you evaluate your particular business to determine the kinds of policies you may need.

When your daughter turns 16, suddenly you are faced with a new set of challenges, such as driving, dating and the inevitable Sweet Sixteen Party. Before scheduling the party, you may want to check with your insurance agent to make sure your homeowner’s policy is current and includes the financial protection you need in the event of accidental damage. It is also important to make it clear to your daughter that you will be present at the party to insure no alcohol is brought in, no teenagers are alone in secluded parts of the house, and no dangerous activities are taking place.

Your insurance needs may change with any significant remodeling to the interior or exterior of your home. It's important to notify your insurance agent if you are considering a remodeling project, and discuss the possible effects on your insurance before you start work.

Barbecue is a popular dish in the U.S., especially in Texas. Armed with your grandma’s secret sauce, you may consider starting a barbecue joint. One way to start might be opening on weekends only. That would enable you to keep another job during the week while you build your barbecue clientele. Whether you jump right in and open your barbecue joint seven days or week, or start slow opening only on weekends, you will need insurance. Why not contact your Dallas insurance agent to determine the policies you will need for your new venture?

There may be nothing more important than the safety of an unborn child in the mind of its mother. That is why some mothers may be concerned over the use of seat belts when driving. An expanding belly may make the use of seat belts increasingly uncomfortable. Nevertheless, the March of Dimes still recommends the use of seat belts by pregnant women. When preparing for the birth of your baby, you may want to check with your Dallas insurance agent to make sure you have the auto insurance coverage you need for your family.