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Don’t Let an Accident Cast a Shadow on Your Halloween Party

Halloween has become a major holiday that’s known for candy and costumes. At Paragon Independent Insurance Agency, we expect there to be many Halloween parties in Plano, TX on October 31. If you’re planning to host one at your home, we have a few tips for keeping accident-free.

Reducing the Risk of Accidents

You won’t be able to prevent every accident, but keeping safety in mind can help reduce the chances of there being an accident during your party. Here are a few specific suggestions:

  • keep the areas where people will be walking well lit
  • don’t leave knives where children can get them (especially if you’re carving pumpkins)
  • enjoy any adult beverages at your party responsibly

Keeping your party safe doesn’t have to detract from fun activities. As long as you exercise a little caution, everyone at your party should be able to have a good time and stay safe.

Protecting Against Unforeseen Accidents

As mentioned, however, you can’t prevent every accident. Even with the safest precautions, something may happen at your party.

To protect yourself if there is an accident at your party, check your liability coverage. Most homeowners have liability coverage through their home insurance. Policies and coverages vary, but your home insurance’s liability coverage may provide financial protection if there is a covered accident on your property during a party.

If you don’t know whether you have liability coverage, contact us at Paragon Independent Insurance Agency. Our independent insurance agents can help you find liability coverage if you don’t have it, and they can help you assess your policy’s protection if you already have it. To get in touch with them, send us a message through our website.

 

Don’t Fall for These Life Insurance Myths in Plano, TX

There are various life insurance myths that need to be busted. Life insurance can be a very useful resource, particularly in the event that you pass before you are financially prepared. It gives your family a chance to regain momentum and have the money that is needed to do so.

One of the top myths is that you may be too young for life insurance. There is no perfect age to purchase life insurance. The reality is that life insurance may be more affordable for you when you are in your 30s or 40s. This is because you are generally in better health when you are younger.

Another myth is that term life insurance is the best option. While term is good in some instances, it is not always the best. You will want to compare it to universal and whole life insurance and see if one of the other options is better, particularly because of the associated cash value.

Another myth is that it is always cheapest to purchase life insurance online. While there many resources available online, it can be effective to work with an independent insurance agent in order to learn about all of the different options and receive quotes for comparison purposes.

You can also be in poor health and still get a policy. You don’t have to rely solely on an employer-provided policy. It’s possible to have more than one policy for yourself in order to provide protection.

At Paragon Independent Insurance Agency, we look forward to helping you find insurance you can count on. Call and speak to an agent today to discuss life insurance possibilities in Plano, Texas. This will allow us to work with you on an individual level to break through the myths and determine what coverage is best for you.

 

 

Shop Around for Insurance After Your Wedding and You Might Save

After getting married, there are lots of things to do. One item that should be on your to-do list if you’ve recently tied the knot is shopping around for new insurance policies. Once you’re married, you may be able to find insurance discounts that you previously didn’t qualify for.

You May Qualify for Multi-Policy Discounts

After getting married, you may qualify for several different discounts. One of the main ones to look at is multi-policy discounts.

Many insurers offer to reduce their premiums to customers who have more than one policy with them. Once you’re wed, you and your spouse share an account. You’ll likely have multiple policies with the same insurer — even if you each have only one insurance policy with them.

The amount you might save with a multi-policy discount could be a few dollars, or it might be a lot of money. It’ll depend on your insurance premiums and how large a discount an insurer offers. Most multi-policy discounts are percentage based, so the higher your premiums are and the larger the percent off is, the more you’ll save.

Insurance Agents Quickly Compare Discounts

Shopping around for the best multi-policy discount available in Plano, TX doesn’t have to take long. At Paragon Independent Insurance Agency, our agents can quickly compare several different insurers policies to which company’s multi-policy discount is the best. As our name says, we’re an independent insurance agency, therefore our agents can look at any insurance policy offered in Texas.

To reach one of our independent insurance agents, simply contact us through our website or call our office. One of our agents will quickly get back to you and help you find an insurer that has a large multi-policy discount you can take advantage of.

 

Summers In Plano: How To Protect Your Pooch

It is no surprise that summers in Plano can be very hot. You need to know how to protect your pooch so that your dog is comfortable and well as protected. By following a few tips it will be easy to do this, and your dog will thank you for it.

Exercise Times

Remember that you need to be conscious about exercise times. The hottest part of the day is the worst time for your dog to be outside exercising. Allow your dog to exercise during the morning hours or in the evening, and even then use shade as a way to give them a break.

Paw Protection

Concrete is never good on anyone’s feet – and this includes the paws of your dog. Go to the pet store and purchase booties or some kind of paw protection, such as adhesive pads, so that your dog can walk along the pavement without burning paws.

Hydration

Keep your dog hydrated at all times. This includes providing access to water nonstop, using wet food in combination with dry food during feeding times, and knowing the signs of overheating. If your dog is starting to pant excessively, it’s time to cool him down and give him a drink.

Bug Control

Many people forget that there are a lot of bugs outside during the summer months. You can do a lot to protect your pooch by making a visit to the veterinarian to talk about prevention medication. This includes protecting against threats such as fleas and ticks as well as heartworm, which can be transmitted by a mosquito bite.

Call us at Paragon Independent Insurance Agency today to learn more about how we can help you with home insurance and keeping everyone in your home safe. We can help you find the most affordable policy in Plano.

 

 

Safely Driving with Passengers in Plano: Teen Driving Tips

When it comes to getting your license for the first time, do you remember how you felt? You were probably really excited, and this is exactly how your teen feels right now. With all the excitement that’s going on, your teen is likely forgetting about the positive driving habits you have been enforcing over the past few months. So what are you to do? The best thing you can do is to continue instilling these same habits. From making sure your teen isn’t texting and driving to constantly telling them to drive the speed limit, there are many ways to encourage your child to be a better driver. 

As a parent, you have the say-so on how many passengers your teen can have in the car. For the first few months after getting a driver’s license, it’s important that no more than one passenger be in the car at any given time. Any more than one passenger will lead to many distractions, thus increasing the chances that your teen will have a car wreck. 

One of the best ways you can make sure that you’re teen is driving safe is by installing a parental control app on their smartphone. In doing this, you can control your teen’s phone so that he isn’t able to use the phone when driving. You can also use the features to locate your teen, meaning you can make sure that your teen is really doing what he said he would be doing. 

If you would like to learn more about teen driving and how you can keep your teen driver as safe as possible, please don’t hesitate to contact Paragon Independent Insurance Agency today. 

What Does it Take to Stay Awake Behind the Wheel

Going on a long road trip often requires multiple drivers. Ideally, a new driver is needed every two hours, so a six hour road trip would need at least two drivers who can swap places every couple of hours. But what happens when it’s just you going on a long trip? How are you supposed to keep yourself awake? 

For starters, you should always know when it’s time to pull over. And in regards to pulling over, it’s not safe to just pull over on the side of the road. Instead, you need to pull over in a rest area or go to a hotel. Pulling over for a quick cat nap can do wonders for helping you stay awake. 

It’s also important that you eat and drink healthy foods and beverages. Alcohol should of course be avoided because it’s illegal to drink and drive, and alcohol also makes you sleepy. When it comes to eating, you should chose foods full of protein. 

If you like the taste of coffee, you can always drink it to help you stay awake, but do keep in mind that when drinking large amounts of any type of fluid, you will likely have to make several stops to use the bathroom. 

No matter where you’re going, you should do your best to bring along a companion who can drive when you get tired and vice versa. With the help of at least one other driver, long distance trips seem a lot shorter. And not to forget that having an extra person to drive will allow you to sleep for a bit in between your turns to drive. 

To learn more tips about staying awake when driving, contact a reputable insurance agent serving the Plano, TX. 

Is it Cost Effective to Buy Flood Insurance?

In Plano, you are situated near a variety of lakes. This includes Lewisville Lake to the west,  and Lake Ray Roberts and Lavon Lake to the east. If there is any kind of flooding that occurs as a result of too much rain or an overflow of these lakes, your home could be in danger.

It can be very expensive to make repairs to your home after a flood. The water may have damaged the exterior of your home, drywall, carpeting, and more. It may have also damaged furniture and other belongings.

Homeowners have gone bankrupt trying to make these repairs and you don’t want to fall into the same problems. This is why it is cost effective to buy flood insurance. Your homeowner’s insurance policy doesn’t provide this coverage and you don’t want to be without it, especially because of where you are located in Texas.

Flood insurance policies can be very affordable and provide you with significant amounts of protection. This way, if your home does suffer from a flood, you can make a call to file a claim. From there, you can obtain the needed funds to make the repairs to your home and replace what has been damaged from the flood.

You can afford flood insurance, especially when you work with an agent who is going to help you find the best policy.

At Paragon Insurance Agencies, we can help you to find a policy that is affordable. We will talk to you about levels of coverage, make comparisons between the different insurance companies, and answer any questions that you may have. This will ensure you have the coverage needed to protect your property against any loss that could occur.

Call and talk to one of our independent agents about flood insurance in Plano today! It is a call you can’t afford not to make.

 

3 Money Saving Tips for Small Businesses

Stonebriar Centre Mall in Frisco, TX is a great place to relax, but before you relax you have to take care of your business. Many small businesses are burdened by high operating costs. Business insurance does not have to be one of the costs that burden your business. The following are three ways to save money for your small business.

Employ Safe Drivers

Whether your drivers are tractor trailer drivers or they drive your company vehicle, employing drivers who are safe will save you thousands of dollars. As a business owner employing drivers, you have the right to know your driver’s driving history. You can get this information from us, your local insurance company, so that you can make an informed decision about who you let behind the wheel of your company vehicles.

Get Discounts for Multiple Lines of Commercial Insurance

The great state of Texas does not simply require commercial auto insurance, you also have to have other types of insurance. Fortunately, with multiple types of insurance with our insurance company, we can provide discounts for your business insurance. So, when you are ready to get auto, property and casual, and key person insurance, we have you covered.

Eliminate Fees

Fees are a burden for any business. Whether you are paying a fee to pay your employees or paying a fee to pay your insurance, you have the ability to eliminate some of these fees. When you pay your business insurance in full with our company, you do not have to worry about paying fees associated with creating an installment plan. Additionally, you can come to our local office and make your payment, which eliminates the fee associated with making an electronic payment.

Give your business a fighting chance by reducing operational costs. By hiring safe drivers, getting multiple lines of insurance from us, and paying once a year, you can save thousands of dollars in insurance costs.

3 Easy Ways to Save on Your Commercial Insurance (Without Sacrificing Coverage)

We like to brag that everything is bigger here in Texas. We are a big state with big goals and as business owners, most of us would like to see our businesses get bigger. Well one thing we don’t want to see get bigger are our commercial insurance premiums. If you are a business owner in the Lone Star State, here are three easy ways to save on your commercial insurance without sacrificing coverage.

  1. Get an insurance review. Getting a review is important so you know exactly the coverage you currently have. This will set the basis of your current coverage and allow you to better compare if another rate is indeed better.
  2. Compare. Once you know you exact present coverage, you can then compare the policies of multiple companies. This is simple to do with an independent insurance agency that can search out quotes from a variety of insurance providers.
  3. Select a Money-Saving Payment Option. An easy way to save money on your business or personal insurance is by paying annually or even by electronic direct deposit.

Taking these steps should result in savings without sacrificing valuable coverage. If you would like to save money on your commercial insurance, contact the independent agents at Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies. We specialize in commercial insurance for small and large Texas companies.

We also invite you to visit our website to get an online comparative quote on your homeowners and auto insurance. We think you’ll discover how our status as an independent agency can save you on your business and personal insurance. At Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies, we make it our business to save you money.

Getting Prepared for our Texas Sized Storms

Texas is one of only about a dozen states that have experienced a tornado in every month of the year. We average a whopping 155 of the storms annually, causing millions of dollars worth of damage each year. From simple roof damage to loss of life, a tornado is a storm to be taken seriously.

Here, in the Lone Star State, tornado activity begins to increase in March, when we average about 13 of the storms annually. The average increases to 28 in April before peaking in May at 43. In June the number drops to 26 before going back down to single digits for the rest of the Summer. The questions is — are YOU prepared for these Texas sized storms?

Your family should know exactly where to go in a tornado. It should be an interior room in the center of your home, away from windows. The area should have, or at least be close to, blankets, sleeping bags, or other materials that you can use for cover. Have a NOAA Weather radio handy. A mobile home is not a safe place to be in a tornado producing storm, so it is recommended you find shelter that is sturdier.

Once the storm passes, you should not use a lighter in case there is leaking natural gas. Watch for broken glass and other debris. Stay away from any downed power lines. Wait for emergency personnel to arrive.

Of course now, before the heart of storm season, is the time to make sure you have appropriate homeowners insurance coverage. As an independent insurance agency in Texas, we are very familiar with storm coverage and can search multiple companies to find the best policy for you. In fact, you can get a comparative quote right online from our website. You can compare both homeowners insurance policies and auto insurance rates from the convenience of any internet connection. Contact us today and ensure that you are prepared for our Texas sized storms.

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