Farmers Insurance - The Fields Agency

01/23/2026

More than 155,000 Californians have already signed up for the state's new tool to prevent their data from being sold by brokers, state officials say.

Gov. Gavin Newsom is touting the rollout of the Delete Request and Opt-out Platform, DROP, which went live on Jan. 1. The tool, which costs nothing and can only be used by California residents, sends a request to 500 registered data brokers asking them to delete an individual’s stored data within 90 days starting on Aug. 1.

Tap here to access the online tool: https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/california-drop-tool-data-broker-deletion/

11/27/2025

What “not to do” - keep it safe on Thanksgiving

10/18/2025

We live in Earthquake Country. Are you protecting your most valuable real property with the right kind of insurance? Homeowners isn’t enough.

08/25/2025

Attention Kia and Hyundai owners!

Kia and Hyundai vehicle thefts on the rise once again

08/15/2025

Are you a DIYer? Make sure your permits are in order ….

Homeownership often comes with a sense of freedom—but did you know that some everyday habits can actually land you in legal trouble? While most homeowners don’t set out to break the law, local and state regulations can be surprisingly specific. Depending on where you live, you could be violating...

07/10/2025

Flood insurance - are you required to buy it? Is your home at risk ? What does it cover ?
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Though natural disasters cycle across seasons and regions in the U.S., it’s often a shocking discovery for property owners how expansive and expensive flood and water damage can be when a major storm devastates their homes, businesses and communities.

07/07/2025

If you’re a pedestrian be very careful, if you’re a driver please slow down.

Per the San Francisco Chronicle, “speed cameras caught nearly 100,000 violators in May, roughly triple the number in April.” A reported thirty-three cameras were live across the city this time last month, some having been active since April. One on Geneva Avenue between Prague Street and Brookda...

07/07/2025

Service right before a road trip: to the shop or not?

This mechanic says you shouldn’t bring in your car right before a big road trip. Here’s why commenters think he’s wrong.

04/23/2025

Does your vehicle have a remote starter?

San Jose police say thieves looking to steal cars car have a troubling new tactic.

03/29/2025

Take care on the roads

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death in the U.S. A highway patrol officer explains how drivers should handle emergency scenarios, from extreme weather to aggressive tailgaters.

03/25/2025

https://ktla.com/news/california/calfire-fire-hazard-map-2025/amp/

Two months after deadly wildfires razed thousands of homes in the Los Angeles area, Cal Fire has released a new map showing fire hazard severity zones for the entire state. The maps were developed …

03/15/2025

https://www.southernliving.com/should-you-turn-off-your-water-when-on-vacation-11694018

Discover why turning off your water before going on vacation can prevent costly water damage and provide peace of mind.