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Buying insurance from an Independent Agent – why should I buy insurance from you?
Well why not?! We’re your neighbors, your friends, your family members! But more than that we have multiple markets for ALL your insurance needs! When you call Schmeico (har har har) for a quote you’re only going to get...
Read MoreYou need renter’s insurance – but what is it?
If you are one of over 100 billion Americans that rents instead of owning your home, renter’s insurance is essential for protecting you and your belongings. Did you know that even if your landlord has insurance, it does not cover...
Read MoreWhen is it a good idea to place a claim on your insurance?
SHOULD I PLACE A CLAIM ON MY INSURANCE? Not yet…..It’s best to do some investigating first. By all means, give us a call (800-478-3858) and we will talk you through it (that’s what we’re here for!), but...
Read MoreShould I buy the insurance offered by the rental car company?
You are at the counter picking up the keys to your rental car and the desk clerk asks if you would like to purchase the Collision (or Loss) Damage Waiver. You have personal auto insurance, so do you need this extra coverage? First you...
Read MoreWHAT KIND OF Employment Practices Liability CLAIMS CAN HAPPEN?
Employment practices liability claims can happen on both sides of the employment line- meaning they can arise from the employee side of the business OR on the other side, and be inflicted by a customer or client. Let me give you a...
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How do I get my car repaired after an accident
ou were in an accident – now what? Knowing what to expect in the claim process can help you get back on the road more quickly. Living in a remote area can create challenges when you need to get your car fixed after an accident....
Read MoreUBER, LYFT and your Alaska Insurance Policy
Uber & Lyft recently started offering rides again in some parts of Alaska. As more people consider driving, either part time or full time, our office is receiving a lot of questions about how a personal auto policy and driving for Uber...
Read MoreHow to use the Allstate Quickfoto Claim App to your advantage
Living remote has challenges but technology has changed and you can use it to your advantage. Most insurance companies have launched apps that you can download to your phone for everything from paying your bill to adding a car and...
Read MoreTelematics. Tele-what-ics?!?! How are drivers rated for insurance
Telematics! Telematics is a new way of rating drivers for insurance purposes. I’m sure by now you’ve seen the commercials- 2 Forty year old males, side-by-side, split screen, and they’re talking about how they both...
Read MoreHow to become a licensed contractor in Alaska
So you want to be a licensed contractor? There are three things you are going to need- General Liability Policy Surety Bond Business License But, let’s start at the very beginning. First you have to decide what kind of contractor...
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