Matt Evans, Author at Insurance Town and Country

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Vehicle Thefts – The Pitfall of the Mile High City

While the city of Denver has plenty talking points to brag about, apparently vehicle theft is not one of those points. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, the Mile High city ranks in the top 10 on the list of metros for auto thefts with keys. This means that while most of us would think it logical to always lock our car doors, many of us are not doing so. In fact on a nationwide basis, one out of every eight car thefts last year occurred where a car …

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Winterize Your Insurance

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Winterize Your Insurance

While our warm fall weather doesn’t make it seem real, winter is just around the corner. With winter, comes winter weather — ice, snow, and the inevitable cold air that can bring a bite to the holidays. Living in Colorado brings several options on how to handle the cold. You can either huddle up by the fireplace with some hot cocoa or bundle up in your best winter gear and brave one of the various outdoor adventures Colorado offers.

Winter Activities are here.

Regardless of your chosen winter activities, now is a good time to re-evaluate your current …

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Be Smart About Homeowner Expenses

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Be Smart About Homeowner Expenses

It’s a moment that many adults look forward to: securing the keys to your very first home. Owning your dream house (or at least your very own starter house) can quickly turn into a nightmare if you haven’t done the proper research in advance. In addition to the bottom-line cost of the house itself, there can be several unplanned expenses that will add on to your initial homeowner’s debt. Below are some of these costs to consider when planning to make your home truly a sweet home.

• Closing Costs. These can include different fees …

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Avoid the Teen Driving Drama

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Avoid the Teen Driving Drama

For the parents of teenage children, the joy of September’s “Back to School” can also bring with it the fears of having your teen hit the highway. It’s a milestone that both parent and child look forward to: the day when your child is old enough to drive. No more carpooling for Mom. No more chauffeur duties for Dad and the seemingly unrestricted freedom for child.

However, that freedom definitely comes with responsibility, and as a parent it is important to discuss such responsibility with your child. Even with the best insurance policy, coverage can only …

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Protect Your Rental

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Protect Your Rental

When you own a home, you protect your property and belongings with homeowners insurance. But what if you rent the space you reside in? Is it still not your home? Do you not want your property and belongings still protected? Renters insurance is a good way to ensure that your place of residence (even if temporary) and the items within it are covered in the case of unexpected damage and mishaps.

Depending on your insurance agency and the current insurance policies you already have in place, you may be able to include renters insurance as an add-on. …

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Back-to-school insurance quotes

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Open Lowry article - Published by: Living Well in Lowry by neighbors, for neighbors (serving Lowry since 2002) This article is a transcription from the Lowry newsletter by www.jewelcommunications.com Insurance Town and Country: Denver’s Family Owned Insurance Broker

As a homeowner or business owner, it’s rarely a favorite topic to discuss. It’s hardly ever the first thing you like to spend your money on, and at the same time it’s always a good idea to buy some. We’re talking about insurance.

Joan Burkett, owner of Insurance Town and Country, says, “It’s the thing you hate to buy, but you’ll love the fact that you have …

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Life Insurance: Protecting Your Priorities

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Life Insurance: Protecting Your Priorities

No one enjoys thinking about the inevitable fate that awaits us all. However, the thought can be less daunting knowing that your loved ones will continue to be cared for after you are gone. With the right Life Insurance, your beneficiaries will be provided with both long-lasting financial security and peace of mind. Your Life Insurance policy can help to pay for unexpected expenses such as funeral costs, housing payments, medical bills, education, and even prior debt. Helping your family maintain their current lifestyle and ease their financial worries is the primary intention of Life …

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Taking Care of Car Business

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Taking Care of Car Business TRUE or FALSE:

Get as many auto repair estimates as possible.

Sometimes true, sometimes false! This one depends on your insurance. Some insurance companies only require that you use an “in-network” auto repair shop. However, if you know you will be paying out of pocket, it won’t hurt to shop around for a good deal.

In a previous blog, we discussed some “TRUE or FALSE” statements that we recommend reviewing when purchasing auto insurance. Since the health of your car plays an important role in automotive insurance and the rates you receive, we thought we would elaborate …

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Keep Calm and Save Money

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Keep Calm and Save Money

We’ve all heard the saying “A penny saved is a penny earned” — but sometimes it’s almost impossible to think about savings when most of your earnings are already accounted for. If bills, rent, student loan debt, credit cards, and the like are exhausting all of your current income, putting any amount into savings may be the last thing on your mind.

But, what happens when your car suddenly needs an emergency repair? Or your beloved pet gets sick and has to be rushed to the ER? Or what if your comfortable salary gets cut in half? …

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Keep Calm and Save Money — OLD

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Keep Calm and Save Money

But, what happens when your car suddenly needs an emergency repair? Or your beloved pet gets sick and has to be rushed to the ER? Or what if your comfortable salary gets cut in half? …

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