Michigan Insurance and Financial Services - Grand Blanc Agency

01/30/2025

🚨 Small Business Owners! Are You Properly Covered? 🚨

Choosing the right small business insurance can feel overwhelming, but having the right coverage can protect you from costly risks. 💼⚖️

🔥 In my latest blog, I break down:
✅ The must-have insurance policies for small businesses
✅ How to avoid common mistakes when selecting coverage
✅ Simple tips to save money while staying protected

If you own a small business, drop a 💡 in the comments and let me know—what’s your biggest concern about insurance? 👇

Learn how to choose the right small business insurance to protect your company. Find out what coverage you need and avoid common mistakes!

02/22/2024

There's no two ways about it, insurance is complicated! But our team here at MIAFS is here to help make it easier. Rates are on the rise industry wide, and that's why it's important to work with an agency like ours that has many insurance carrier partners to work with to find the package that best works for you.

No two households are the same! And no two policies should be either. Reach out to us to review your insurance needs and we'll put together quotes to see what opportunities are out there for you!

02/02/2024

Can you believe it's already February!? Today is also Groundhog Day and while the science is a little hit and miss, Punxsutawney Phil is saying that Spring is near! After all of the up and down weather here recently, we're certainly looking forward to spring.

How about you?

01/19/2024

Our team now more than ever is focused on making sure the insurance package you have is the one that's best for you. In a time where rates are rising and insurance markets are becoming tougher to navigate, our team can still make it easy for you! Take insurance shopping off of your plate by having our expert team shop around for you.

Why spend several days calling around for quotes when you can get the same service, with just one call to our team?

We look at the whole picture for you to find you the right policy for your needs. No two households are the same.

12/25/2023

Good morning and Merry Christmas to all! From our team to your families, we hope all have a safe and wonderful holiday. Although we may not have any snow, there's still plenty of holiday cheer to go around. 🎄

12/12/2023

This holiday season and all throughout the year - be sure to take a few moments to protect your private information, devices, and to always use reputable websites when shopping online. Nowadays, we're all at risk!

Social media scams are one of the most prevalent. Have you seen scammy duct cleaners, car detailers, and cable/internet companies posting in Facebook Groups? If you haven't, take a second look the next time you see an ad that sounds too good to be true!

One of our carrier partners, The Hanover Insurance Group, has provided this great infographic to provide you some tips to keep you and your data safe.

11/23/2023

From our team to your family, we're wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! For those traveling, stay safe!

11/22/2023

Are you traveling for Thanksgiving? Travel Experts are stating that this holiday season is going to be especially busy! Whether you're traveling by plane, train, or automobile, be sure to travel safely!

If you're going to be away from your home for an extended period of time, be sure to have a trusted person or neighbor that can keep an eye on things! Here's some other simple travel tips!

Our agency wishes everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, be safe and go Lions!

11/10/2023

We're incredibly proud to announce that not just one, but two of our agents have been recognized with the Award of Distinction, Producer of the Year by Safeco Insurance – an honor given to fewer than 1% of licensed producers who sell Safeco!

Please join us in congratulating Danielle Atkinson and Jake Olmstead for being two of our region's five producers to be recognized with this distinguished award by Safeco Insurance.

10/31/2023

It's Halloween today! Of course, the Pure Michigan winter weather is playing some tricks on us, but don't let that stop the treats this evening! Remember to be safe while out and about trick-or-treating.

Don't forget to show off those awesome costumes as well! 👻

10/19/2023

With insurance costs rising across the board, some of you may be wondering what you can do to get the best insurance quotes!

There's a few things you can do to make sure your quoting experience goes smoothly. These things also help your agent get you the best and most accurate pricing.

Sometimes, you'll need to provide some of these things just to get a quote at all!

Be sure to have:

- Your current declarations sheets: These help your agents review your current coverage and provide proof of prior to receive new quotes.

- Home, driver, and vehicle information: Agents will need to know basic home construction information such as the age of your home, square footage, finish-qualities and more. For auto quotes, agents will want to know who is residing in the home, who is driving, and what vehicles are in the home.

- Vehicle titles or registrations: Sometimes, agents will need to provide proof of ownership to get an auto insurance quote.

- Home inspections or appraisals: Some insurance carriers require updated inspection or appraisal documents in order to provide an accurate quote.

- Receipts for maintenance items and home updates: Install a new roof? Be sure to keep that receipt and have it ready for your agent. Many carriers will provide better rates or discounts for home upgrades and newer roofs.

- Don't forget to ask questions: If you have a specific concern or coverage question, be sure to ask your agent about it while they put together your quotes. Many times, coverages can vary between carriers, so it's important your agent knows what you're trying to protect against.

10/10/2023

Tis the season for fall maintenance around the home! Whether you own or rent, there are things you will want to consider doing around your home to keep it in tip-top condition.

From checking your gutters for obstructions and your home exterior for damage, to making sure your furnaces are running properly. Of course, you can't forget about fire alarms and CO2 alarms either!

While not an all-inclusive list, these are some of the most important things you can do around your home to help make winter time a little smoother for you.