Central Virginia Insurance Agency

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05/30/2026

As summer approaches, calendars fill up quickly. This is often when routine health care gets put off, but taking care of these preventive services early can help keep you healthy all summer long. Many of these services are covered under health plans and are designed to detect potential issues early, before they turn into more serious health concerns.

Coverage varies, but common preventive services may include:

✅ Annual wellness visits and routine physical exams.
✅ Blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes screenings.
✅ Cancer screenings.
✅ Well-child visits and developmental checkups.
✅ Recommended vaccinations.
✅ Preventive counseling related to nutrition, to***co use, or mental health.

Booking appointments in advance can also help avoid scheduling bottlenecks and missed coverage opportunities.

If you have questions about what your plan covers, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is here to help guide you.

05/28/2026

Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. It’s also one of the most unpredictable.

Over the past year, flight cancellations and long delays have become far more common. That’s where travel insurance comes in.

Travel insurance can help protect your trip when the unexpected happens. There are a number of issues that can derail travel plans, but coverage may help by:

🔹Reimbursing non-refundable expenses if a trip is canceled.
🔹Covering costs tied to flight delays like hotel stays, meals, and transportation.
🔹Helping to offset the cost of purchasing essentials if your baggage is lost or delayed.
🔹Providing coverage for medical emergencies while traveling.
🔹Offering emergency evacuation coverage, in certain cases.

No one wants their travel plans disrupted, so having coverage in place can make those situations easier to manage if they arise. And in the meantime, the right travel insurance lets you focus on enjoying your trip rather than worrying about delays and unexpected extra costs.

Have an upcoming summer trip and want to review your travel insurance options? Our team is here to help. Give us a call today!

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, we invite you to join us in taking time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country and preserve our freedom.

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, and will respond to any messages received during the closure as promptly as possible.

Wishing you a respectful and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

With business travel picking up during the summer months, we want to share an overview of coverage that’s quickly becoming crucial for businesses — business travel insurance.

Over the past year, flight cancellations and long delays have continued to disrupt work-related trips, even when plans are confirmed in advance. Business travel insurance can help reduce the impact of these disruptions.

Here are a few ways coverage can help protect your organization and traveling employees:

🟢 Reimbursing canceled or interrupted trips when non-refundable flights, hotels, or event costs are lost.
🟢 Covering expenses tied to travel delays, such as additional lodging, meals, or rebooking fees.
🟢 Helping to reduce the financial burden of delayed or lost baggage.
🟢 Supporting employees during medical emergencies while traveling for work.
🟢 Assisting with emergency evacuation when necessary.

For organizations that rely on travel, these protections help control unexpected expenses while still supporting employees.

If your team travels for work and you want to review business travel insurance options, we are here to help. Give us a call today!

05/19/2026

Summer calendar filling up? Before the weekends start flying by, it’s worth doing a quick summer “toys” insurance check to ensure your summer adventures don’t come with an expensive surprise. Swipe to see which coverages are best for some common summer rides.

Not sure you’re fully covered ahead of this summer? Call our office today. We’re here to help you enjoy a stress-free, adventure-filled summer!

05/15/2026

If you or a loved one has been scammed, it can feel incredibly stressful and overwhelming. The good news is that there are dedicated resources to help you recover funds, protect your identity, and report fraud.

🔹 FTC Fraud Reporting - Report fraud and get personalized recovery steps at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

🔹 FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) - Report internet-facilitated crimes at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

🔹 Identity Theft Recovery - Get a recovery plan at https://www.identitytheft.gov/, the U.S. government's official identity theft website

🔹 AARP Fraud Watch Network - Reach out for support and guidance at https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/helpline/

The best thing you can do if you believe that you’ve been scammed is to report the fraud immediately. And remember, you are not alone.

We hope that you find this information helpful. As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need guidance within the team’s area of expertise.

05/14/2026

Scams are becoming more sophisticated, but there are clear red flags that can help you identify them quickly. Here is what to watch for:

🔵 Sense of urgency - Scammers create pressure by instructing you to act before a deadline or implying something bad will happen if you don't act immediately.

🔵 Impersonation of trusted sources - Fraudsters pose as government officials, tech companies, or other trusted organizations to make their messages seem legitimate.

🔵 Too-good-to-be-true offers - Free money, significant discounts on products not on sale, or prizes requiring upfront fees are classic scam tactics.

🔵 Poor message construction - Look for email addresses with misspelled domains, spelling and grammatical errors in the body of the message, “Under Construction” or “Coming Soon” job link sites, and website error links in email signatures.

The best defense is to pause and verify the source. If you know the sender personally, reach out directly. If it is from an organization, contact them through their official website.

We hope you find these scam identification tips helpful. As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need our team; we are here to leverage our expertise for your benefit.

05/13/2026

With National Senior Fraud Awareness Day on May 15th, we wanted to reach out to go over several common scams making the rounds so you can quickly identify potential scam messages.

✅ Tech Support Scams - Fraudsters impersonate reputable tech support representatives and claim there is a problem with your device. They seek remote access or payment to "fix" issues that don't exist.

✅ Government or Medicare Impersonation - Scammers pose as representatives from Medicare, the Social Security Administration, or other agencies to collect personal information or payments. Real agencies do not solicit such data by unsolicited calls, texts, or emails.

✅ Family Imposter Scams - Criminals pretend to be a loved one in distress and pressure you to send money immediately.

✅ Sweepstakes, Lottery, and Prize Scams - You are told that you have won money but must pay fees to collect your "winnings."

✅ Romance or Investment Scams - Scammers build emotional trust online, then exploit it for financial gain.

We hope these tips are helpful as we all navigate an increasingly online world. As always, if you have questions or need guidance within our area of expertise, do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to help.

05/13/2026

Regardless of whether you’re just starting your business or you’re a veteran of your industry, one thing remains true: All business owners want to protect what they’ve worked so hard to build. That’s where we come in.

As commercial insurance agents, we’re here to help ensure that your business is protected at every stage. Whether you’re bringing on new hires, expanding into a new service, or opening your doors for the first time, the right coverage is crucial.

If you’re looking to layer additional coverages onto an existing policy or simply want to review your current coverage, don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you.