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Your home is one of your most significant investments, and protecting it from water damage is essential to its longevity and value. Unfortunately, water damage is a common and often costly issue for homeowners. Here are five common...

For college students in Texas, having a reliable means of transportation is often essential to navigate the vast distances and embrace the numerous opportunities the state has to offer. As you embark on your educational journey, it's...

As technology continues to advance, our lives become more convenient and safer, and our cars are no exception. However, this progress comes at a price, especially when it comes to repairing these modern marvels after a collision. The...

Preparing your teen for their move to college requires a lot of planning. One important aspect often overlooked is renters insurance. While college life is filled with exciting experiences and new opportunities, it's essential to...

Boats, ATVs, and other recreational vehicles offer exciting opportunities for adventure and relaxation. However, when it comes to insurance coverage, many owners make the mistake of assuming they have coverage. We will shed light on...

Planning a wedding is a joyful and busy time. You put all that effort into planning your special day, why not ensure you have plans to protect your valuables that make the day shine as well! While homeowners insurance offers...

Planning for a hurricane is one of the most important precautionary measures you can take before one occurs. We live in a state prone to hurricanes, and it's critical for you to have a clear understanding of what hurricane preparedness...

Driving an RV is becoming one of the most popular ways to travel. A successful and safe RV trip takes preparation and planning to make it a good experience. Whether you are new to RVing or not, these tips can help ensure that...

Being out on the open water is surreal. The smell of the salty sea, the warm sun beating down on the deck, seagulls singing you a tune, how can it get any better? The ocean has a mind of its own sometimes and you need to be prepared...

Spring is a great time to tackle some much-needed home maintenance tasks. In Texas, where the weather can be unpredictable and extreme, it's especially important to take care of your home after the winter season. Regular home...

While fire may be a more common concern among homeowners, your home could in fact be as much as ten times more likely to be damaged by water than by fire.** You don’t have to live in a flood-prone area to encounter flooding in...

A heavy rainstorm has finally stopped. Or maybe a long winter has finally ended, and the deep snows have begun to melt. While good weather may seem like a relief, the potential for water damage may just be beginning. Storm water runoff...

Safeco Insurance has recognized Associated Insurance Managers as a Safeco Ignite Elite agency based upon outstanding performance and partnership. Fewer than 10% of independent insurance agencies nationwide that sell Safeco®...

We should all have at least one fire extinguisher somewhere in our home, but it’s not enough to simply keep one under the kitchen sink. If there is a fire, your safety—and the safety of your home—depends on knowing...

You never know when disaster may strike and all your personal possessions are lost or damaged. Do you know how much your coin collection is worth? Do you know how many pairs of Nikes you have? That’s where a home inventory can...

We’ve all heard the song “If you like it, then you should’ve put a ring on it.” We like to say “If you like it, then you should’ve put insurance on it!” Whether you are planning a sweet...

Tis the season to be merry! It’s time to gather with friends and family and celebrate the holidays. Be aware of common accidents during this busy time of year. Follow our tips to help reduce the chance of filing a claim this...

Cybersecurity insurance is a new and emerging industry. It has its origins in errors and omissions (E&O) insurance, a separate form of insurance that protects against faults and defects in the services a company provides. E&O insurance...

Are you protecting your home from potential water damage? Texas experienced heavy rain and flooding across the state in August that broke multiple records. It’s giving us cause to review how we can be better prepared and protect...

Are you depending on your homeowners insurance policy to cover your jewelry? Here’s why that coverage may not provide the coverage you need.It’s common for homeowners to bundle their possessions under a homeowners policy....

Most Americans think the U.S. Economy is likely to experience a recession in 2022. A natural reaction to a recession is to reduce expenses. Insurance is an area where individuals may look to cut costs. Help recession-proof your risk...

Flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires—it feels like a week doesn't go by without one of these natural disasters popping up in the news. Every part of the country is faced with its own environmental threats, meaning every...

Hurricanes are one of the most damaging natural disasters. In fact, from 1980 to 2020, the total approximate cost of damages from weather and climate disasters in the United States was $2.155 trillion. In 2021 alone, the United States...

As a parent of an 18-year-old child, you probably have a lot of emotions and concerns regarding their upcoming life changes and decisions. Your child may be heading off to college, enlisting in the army, or moving out of the house....

As home premiums rise, price fatigue or outright sticker shock are causing homeowners to ask to reduce coverage, especially Coverage A – Dwelling Coverage.  This coverage is the part of your policy that covers damages to the...

As a successful individual, your needs are unique, and your time is invaluable. You want to spend that time focusing on the growth of your assets, not preserving them. However, asset protection is a vital part of wealth management....

Associated Insurance Managers, an independent insurance agency located in Houston since 1994, is proudly celebrating new achievements within their organization. Agency Principal, Christy Hogan, CPA, CIC and Private Client Specialist,...