ISB/Cates Insurance Blog
All You Ever Wanted to Know About Insurance
Tips for Towing a Boat Trailer to Reduce Accidents and Insurance Claims
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Owning a boat can make weekends and vacations fun and memorable. Follow these tips to help ensure that when you’re towing your boat you’re being as safe as possible to lower the risk of accidents and unwanted insurance...
How to Choose the Right Contractor for Home Improvement Projects and Avoid Liability Claims
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
If you’re planning a home improvement project, you probably have many contractors available to choose from. How do you pick the right one that will get the job done safely and without liability issues? Follow these tips....
How to Winterize and Properly Store Your Boat
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Your boat is an investment that gives you tons of fun all summer long. But come the cold weather months, you want to make sure it’s properly winterized before you store it, so it’s protected from weather and other...
What to Look for When Buying a House to Avoid Unnecessary Insurance Claims
Friday, July 7, 2023
If you’re house hunting, you’re probably looking at many elements like the number of bedrooms or how updated the kitchen is. Don’t forget to check for these things too, which which may help avoid home insurance claims...
The Importance of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Thursday, May 4, 2023
Your auto insurance is one of the most important elements of your personal insurance portfolio. But some people purchase only the minimum required liability coverage, not realizing they may be leaving themselves open to...
Who Needs Life Insurance and How Much Do You Need?
Friday, February 3, 2023
It’s an unfortunate fact that life expectancy in the US has dropped recently. This has led many people to examine whether or not they should have a life insurance policy and, if so, how much coverage they should have....
What to Check Before Buying a Used Car
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
With the new car market impacted by shipping delays, many people are choosing to buy used cars lately. And some people only purchase a used vehicle because it saves them money and lets the first owner figure out if it’s...
How to Choose the Right Smart Security Camera
Thursday, November 3, 2022
A security camera can help protect your property against intruders or provide evidence in the event of a break-in. But with all the technology available today, it can be tough to figure out which smart security camera...
Landscape Maintenance Tips for Your Yard
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
You've worked hard to create a beautiful garden for your yard, but there is more to yard maintenance than simply mowing the lawn and watering the plants. There are plenty of other tasks you'll need to complete in order...
Simple Household Pest Control Methods
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
No one likes the thought of having pests in their home, whether they be rodents, cockroaches, ants, or any other common household pests. If pest activity is common in your area, it is important to take steps to prevent...