Valiant Insurance and Investments Group, Inc.

Valiant Insurance and Investments Group, Inc. We are a full service Independent Property and Casualty insurance agency. We offer great services and education on many types of insurance for all needs.

Back-to-school season presents a good opportunity to ensure your kids are equipped with the habits and knowledge to stay...
09/08/2026

Back-to-school season presents a good opportunity to ensure your kids are equipped with the habits and knowledge to stay safe throughout the school day. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:

🔵Make sure your children know their full names, your phone number, home addresses, and how to reach a trusted adult. A laminated safety card kept in their backpack with this info, plus any medical conditions, can be a good addition.

🔵Teach and reinforce proper hand-washing, and remind them not to share food or drink. These simple habits go a long way toward keeping illnesses from spreading through the classroom.

🔵A backpack should weigh no more than 15% of your child's body weight, and both straps should always be used to evenly distribute the load on your child’s back. An overstuffed bag can cause real strain over time.

🔵Talk with your child about bullying — how to recognize it, how to report it, and who their designated trusted adult at school is if they ever feel unsafe or need help.

🔵 Avoid putting your child's first name on the outside of backpacks or lunch boxes; initials or names on the inside are a safer option for labeling belongings.

At-school safety is a collective effort, and taking precautions for your students can help keep students across your community safe.

As always, if you have questions or other needs this school year, give us a call. We are here for you.

Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and companies of all sizes and sectors are feeling the impact. As these attacks cont...
09/08/2026

Ransomware attacks are on the rise, and companies of all sizes and sectors are feeling the impact. As these attacks continue to pose a serious threat to businesses, focusing on proactive, preventive measures can become more crucial.

Swipe through for details on the rise of ransomware attacks and actionable steps you and your team can take today.

While establishing key safety strategies like these can play a meaningful role in your recovery strategy, they cannot prevent attacks outright. That’s where commercial cyber insurance can step in. If your business is the victim of a ransomware attack, commercial cyber insurance can help your company navigate the aftermath with confidence.

If you'd like to talk through your current coverage or explore your options, our team would be happy to connect. Give me a call or reply to this email, and we can get started.

Labor Day is all about celebrating the workforce, and the best way to honor hard work is to take a real break from it. S...
09/07/2026

Labor Day is all about celebrating the workforce, and the best way to honor hard work is to take a real break from it. So to celebrate, our team is fully committing to the cause by penciling some cat naps into our schedules this weekend.

A quick heads-up: The office is closed on Monday, September 7th. We will be back on Tuesday, September 8th — recharged, refreshed, and ready to get to work.

We hope you have a long weekend full of good food, good company, and zero emails!

Before your kids head out the door, make sure they know how to get to school safely, no matter how they are getting ther...
09/01/2026

Before your kids head out the door, make sure they know how to get to school safely, no matter how they are getting there. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

🔵Walking to school? Stick to sidewalks, cross only at crosswalks, make eye contact with drivers before stepping into the street, and always walk in a group when possible.

🔵Riding a bike? A properly fitted helmet is non-negotiable. Remind students to ride on the right side of the road with traffic, come to a complete stop before crossing, and choose a route with minimal intersections and light traffic.

🔵Taking the bus? Students should stand at least 6 feet back from the curb when waiting for a bus, wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before boarding, and never walk behind or in front of a bus without making eye contact with the driver first.

🔵Getting dropped off? If you drive your child to school, obey school zone speed limits, follow your school's drop-off procedure, and never pass a bus that is loading or unloading children.

🔵Teen drivers? Review the basics of safe driving. This includes, but is not limited to, having all passengers wear seatbelts, putting devices away while driving, and driving the speed limit.

We hope you find these tips helpful as students transition back to school. As always, if you have any needs or questions, do not hesitate to reach out to our team. We are happy to help.

Wildfire season is here, and ensuring that you and your loved ones are prepared is a crucial step. Beyond memorizing eva...
08/27/2026

Wildfire season is here, and ensuring that you and your loved ones are prepared is a crucial step. Beyond memorizing evacuation routes and packing a go-bag, reviewing your homeowners and auto insurance policies can be a key step to help prepare in case the worst were to happen.

That said, it’s a good idea to confirm that your homeowners or renters policy covers fire, smoke, and ash damage, and check your auto policy if you want coverage for your vehicle as well, since that typically falls under a comprehensive auto policy rather than homeowners coverage.

Additionally, look at your additional living expenses limits and ask yourself honestly whether they would cover your costs if you were displaced for several weeks or longer.

If you have questions about your current coverage, or if you want to talk through layering on policies to help protect your belongings in case of a wildfire, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We are here to help protect what you have built.

Telematics insurance promises lower premiums for safe drivers, and in many cases, it delivers. But whether it is worth s...
08/25/2026

Telematics insurance promises lower premiums for safe drivers, and in many cases, it delivers. But whether it is worth signing up for depends on more than just your driving record. Swipe through to get a clearer sense of what these programs involve and what to weigh before you decide.

If you have questions about your auto insurance policy or if a telematics policy fits your needs, give us a call today. We are here to help.

Many business owners assume that their insurance coverage begins on the same day they confirm their policy. However, it ...
08/25/2026

Many business owners assume that their insurance coverage begins on the same day they confirm their policy. However, it is not always that simple. Understanding your policy's effective date and how to align it with your business operations is one of the most practical steps you can take to protect your business. Swipe to learn more.

If you have questions about your commercial insurance coverage or your policy’s effective dates, reach out to us. We are here to help.

Since we are in the midst of hurricane season, our team wanted to share a timely reminder about one important step of th...
08/20/2026

Since we are in the midst of hurricane season, our team wanted to share a timely reminder about one important step of the preparation process: reviewing your personal insurance coverages before a storm even hits.

Here are a few key areas we suggest reviewing this hurricane season:

🔵 Hurricane Deductibles - Some homeowners policies in some states may include a hurricane deductible, which is often a percentage of your home’s insured value. This deductible is separate from your standard homeowners deductible and is the amount of money you must pay toward hurricane-related damage before your insurance company starts paying. Know what triggers it and how much you’d owe.

🔵 Flood and Windstorm Coverage - Flood damage typically requires separate flood insurance, and damage from unnamed windstorms may also be excluded from some policies. Reviewing your coverage and filling any gaps before a storm hits can make a significant difference.

🔵 Filing Claims - Ahead of a hurricane, document the state of your home. Then, after the storm, document damage with photos and videos before you begin cleaning up or repairs. This can help fully showcase any potential damage done by a storm. Additionally, as you make repairs, keep receipts for what you spend.

As always, know that we are here to help if you have any questions about your coverage or if you would like to talk through layering on more coverage. Reach out today, and we can get started.

From ransomware and phishing to vendor outages, cyber incidents are now among the most common causes of business disrupt...
08/18/2026

From ransomware and phishing to vendor outages, cyber incidents are now among the most common causes of business disruption. The impact can extend well beyond IT, affecting operations, revenue, and reputation. Recent data shows billions of dollars in reported cyber losses each year, with some individual incidents costing millions.

Swipe for a brief overview of how cyber insurance can help protect your business against this threat.

If you’re not sure how your current coverage would respond to a cyber event, now is a great time to review it. Our team is happy to help you walk through your options and make sure your business is properly protected.

If you have ever wondered what would actually happen to your payout after a covered loss, the answer often comes down to...
08/18/2026

If you have ever wondered what would actually happen to your payout after a covered loss, the answer often comes down to one question: Does your policy use replacement cost value or actual cash value?

These two coverage types work very differently, and understanding them can save you from a costly surprise when you file a claim. Swipe through for a clear breakdown of each.

Have questions about your current coverage or which option is right for you? Give us a call today.

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