Grimm Real Estate & Insurance

06/25/2026

A couple of weeks ago, members of the Grimm Real Estate & Insurance team had the opportunity to attend the EmpowerHER Conference, an inspiring event, hosted by Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and connecting women in business and leadership.

We were honored to learn from incredible speakers Sara Bradshaw Ray and Amie Haar, along with a panel of local leaders who shared their experiences, challenges, and successes. Events like this serve as a powerful reminder of the value of continuous growth, collaboration, and lifting one another up.

We are especially proud that one of our own, Amber Rash, had the opportunity to serve on the Leadership Panel, sharing insights from her journey in the insurance industry, lessons learned through leadership, and the importance of building strong relationships within our community and profession.

Thank you to the organizers for creating such a meaningful event and to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversations. We left feeling inspired, energized, and excited to continue growing both personally and professionally while serving our clients and community.

06/24/2026

When it comes to protecting what matters most, local makes a difference.

As your locally owned independent insurance agency for over 60 years, we take pride in serving our community with personalized coverage and trusted advice.

Whether you're reviewing your home, auto, farm, or business insurance, we're here to help every step of the way.

📞 319.664.3000
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🏢 120 N Main St. | North English

Let’s make sure you’re covered — by neighbors who care.

04/17/2026

Spring is here and so are the storms! Damaging weather has already affected several in our communities! Read through this bit of information from Prairie Mutual Insurance Association, it's very helpful!

For anyone interested in what hail damage looks like on a composition shingle roof, this is a textbook example from yesterday’s storms in the Hedrick area. Dark circles called “bruises” are visible where the hail stone has fractured the fiberglass mat that makes up the structure of the shingle. This is an extreme example, and one of the worst I’ve personally seen in 17 years in this business. The extent of damage can be influenced by age, condition, and quality of shingle; slope of the roof; whether there are multiple layers of shingles on the roof, as well as other factors. Because of the variables involved, it is entirely possible for one house to have damage to the roof, and to have no damage to the roof of the house next door.

It’s good practice to get referrals from any contractors you are thinking of hiring to make repairs, especially if they are not local companies. You are responsible for all repairs; your insurance company does not have any control over who you choose or the quality or outcome of the repair - that is between you and your contractor.

04/16/2026

Be cautious of these three types of distractions while driving 🛞

04/07/2026

Watch out for these 7 common causes of distracted driving!

04/05/2026

Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter!

04/04/2026

If you think you might have damage from a storm, ALWAYS contact your insurance agent but the Iowa Insurance Division is also a great resource, especially when dealing with storm chasers acting as contractors or public adjusters.

Storm claim guidance and recovery help

04/03/2026

Whether you're spending it in reflection or with loved ones, may your Good Friday be filled with peace and a sense of renewal.

04/02/2026

‼️REMINDER‼️
We are in the thick of storm season in Iowa! If you have damage, please follow these steps when reporting a claim!

1️⃣ Document the damage: Take photos and videos of all the affected areas, both inside and outside your home.

2️⃣ Contact your insurance company: Report the damage as soon as possible. Most insurance policies require prompt reporting of damage.

3️⃣ Keep records: Make a list of all damaged items and any temporary repairs you make. This will help during the claims process.

4️⃣ Don't make permanent repairs: Hold off on making permanent repairs until your insurance adjuster has assessed the damage.

Stay safe and don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance navigating the claims process. We're all in this together!