December 9, 2022
AgencyInsuring The Holidays
At Dowd Insurance, we want you all to have a safe and happy holiday. The holidays are a busy time of the year, and we usually don’t think about the holiday mishaps that can occur. Here are some tips about those things we don’t normally think about when planning the holidays: Update Your Home Inventory […]
December 2, 2022
AgencyWhat Is Driving Car Insurance Rates Up?
Are you frustrated with increasing car insurance premiums? While a lot of personal elements go into what you pay for car insurance – vehicle choice and driving history – there are plenty of factors that affect everyone across the board. Here are some of the key elements driving today’s auto insurance prices: Pricier Tech – […]
November 9, 2022
Agency7 Tips For Adding A Teen to Your Auto Policy
Adding a teen to your auto insurance will likely cause your premiums to increase. Although this can be quite costly, it is typically less expensive than having your teen purchase their own insurance, and it will provide them with the coverage they need. Here are seven tips for adding a teen to your auto insurance […]
October 31, 2022
AgencyBenefits of Non-Owned Auto Liability
Regardless of the industry you operate in, it’s likely your employees need to operate vehicles for tasks like client visits, product deliveries and product pickups. While large organizations often provide insured company vehicles to their staff for daily use, small and medium-sized businesses often don’t have that luxury. If employees use personal vehicles for business-related […]
October 4, 2022
Agency8 Common Car Insurance Myths
Auto insurance can be complex and difficult to understand. With all the information available to policyholders, it can be challenging to decipher the facts from myths. Knowing what’s covered under your auto policy and the factors that determine your premium is crucial. What’s more, not understanding your coverage may lead you to believe you’re covered […]
September 30, 2022
Agency7 Ways to Protect Your Vehicle From Theft
According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), vehicle thefts have risen dramatically in recent years. Nearly 100,000 vehicles were reported stolen in 2021—a 6% increase from 2020 and a 17% increase from 2019. Texas ranked 10th in the country for the highest rate of car thefts in 2021. […]
August 15, 2022
AgencyMistakes to Avoid When Applying for Auto Insurance
You may not think an error on your auto insurance application is a big deal, but the consequences can be very costly. Giving inaccurate information on your application can lead to increased premiums, policy cancellations or insufficient coverage in the event of an accident. Here are some common mistakes to avoid when applying for auto […]
June 22, 2022
AgencyHow Telematics Can Help You Save On Car Insurance
As car insurance rates are on the rise, telematics can help you save money on your car insurance premiums. What is telematics? Telematics uses wireless technology to monitor and troubleshoot a wide variety of vehicle performance information in real time. It makes possible many common and useful applications you may already be using such as […]
January 10, 2022
AgencyWhat To Do If You’re In An Accident
Accidents happen – even to the most careful drivers. Knowing what to do after an accident will help you to remain calm and in control. It can also help you get back on the road faster. Take a moment to review our accident checklist, so you’re prepared in the event of an accident. In case […]