Keith Howell - Country Financial

04/16/2026

Since 1925, COUNTRY Financial has grown to offer insurance and financial products from farm, auto and home insurance to investment services — but our roots will always be in agriculture.

As a Farm Certified Representative, I've completed thorough training on proper protection and legacy planning for farmers. Using this experience, I can customize your farm’s insurance and meet your operation’s specific needs.

Contact me today to learn how we can work together to create a plan for your insurance coverage!

03/24/2026

March 24, 2026, is National Agriculture Day or Ag Day. It’s a day to recognize agriculture’s contribution to our everyday lives and to thank America’s farmers and farm families for their tireless dedication.

Here at COUNTRY Financial, we understand and celebrate the impacts farmers make every day. That’s because our roots are in agriculture. Started by a group of Illinois farmers over 100 years ago, today, we provide farm insurance in 10 states and crop insurance in Illinois and we have over 400 Farm Certified Reps, like me!

Thank a farmer for the food and other necessities they work hard to provide for all of us every day.

Happy Ag Day 2026!
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we’ve been protecting farmers and their legacies by providing insurance and farm expertise since 1925. Follow us for more on how you can protect your today and plan for tomorrow.

01/15/2026

In the last 100 years, COUNTRY Financial has grown to offer insurance and financial products from farm, auto and home insurance to investment services — but our roots will always be in agriculture.

As a leading provider of farm insurance, COUNTRY Financial offers the expertise of Farm Certified Representatives, like me!

As a Farm Certified Rep, I've completed thorough training on proper protection and legacy planning for farmers. I can help customize your farm’s insurance and meet your operation’s specific needs.

Contact me today for a review of your insurance coverage and financial planning needs!
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has been protecting farmers for 100 years. Follow us for more on how you can protect your legacy and financial future.

11/15/2025

10/17/2025

Your teen just started driving. Now what?
Here’s how to set real boundaries that stick:

No phone while driving. Download an app that blocks texts and alerts. Set it up with them.
No fiddling with music/maps on the road. Load directions & playlists before leaving.

Make the rule: car = zero distractions. No food. No friends messing around. No gray area.

Want real peace of mind? Do this next:
✅ Sign them up for a defensive driving course
✅ Turn on telematics (most insurers offer apps that track phone use, hard stops, late-night drives)
✅ Review your state’s teen driving laws—curfews, passenger limits, and more
✅ Get our free teen driver safety guide here: countryfinancial.com/teen-driver-safety

Smart habits start now. And yes—your rules matter more than you think.
Let’s help them build confidence and caution.

Message or call me if you want to learn more about our driver safety course.

10/14/2025

If you’ve ever thought that you may not have enough life insurance, you’re not alone. According to the 2025 Insurance Barometer Study Report, 25 million Americans feel that they are underinsured, while 74 million Americans don’t have any life insurance at all.

So, what stops us from getting the coverage we know we need? Cost, or more accurately, perceived cost. Historically, nearly three-quarters of Americans overestimate the cost of a basic term life insurance policy. It’s worth noting that respondents, 35 and under, who said they were healthy overestimated the price of life insurance 7-10x the actual cost.

The truth is the right life insurance for your needs might be more affordable than you think. Learn more about life insurance and what options are available to you at countryfinancial.com/life.

10/14/2025

Life insurance provides more protection than you might think. If something ever happens and you are no longer here to help pay for the mortgage, life insurance is a great way to help your family stay in your home. Plus, enhancing your coverage might be more affordable than you expect. Contact me today to discuss your options and feel confident your loved ones have the financial security they need.

10/12/2025

Happy National Farmer’s Day from all of us at COUNTRY Financial!

Do you know a farmer? Tag them in the comments and show them your appreciation.

07/17/2025

We see the impact and power of life insurance every day. When tragedy struck Mary's family, she was able to lean on life insurance to help navigate her grief.

"(Life insurance) helped me start piecing my life back together again,” Mary said.

Watch her story and reach out if you’d like to discuss options to keep your family secure today.

07/15/2025

Those big moments go by so fast. They’re easier to enjoy when you know you have the right protection. Switch your home and car insurance today. Call me to find out how (541)386-3334.