July 1, 2011
AgencyHybrid drivers soon to lose solo access to California carpool lanes
This article by Tony Bizak of the Sacramento Bee informs drivers of that a new law will affect California Drivers. Talk about sticker shock. On Friday, 85,000 heretofore privileged California solo drivers whose cars boast yellow "Acc...
June 30, 2011
AgencyBoating Safety Tips
Thank you American Agents Alliance for these great boating tips! Last week we finally welcomed the first official day of summer! With that, comes the promise of participating in many water-related activities including swimming, surfing, and boati...June 29, 2011
AgencyWith Roseville-based service, you can rent a driver for your own car
We found this interesting article from the Sacramento Bee that will help many people who have a car, but don't choose to drive for various reasons. By Mark Glover [email protected] Ever wish you had a personal driver to take you a...
June 28, 2011
AgencyEconomy, still-high gas prices flatten holiday travel plans
The slings and arrows of the economy apparently have cut into the Fourth of July travel plans of some Californians. AAA on Monday projected that more than 4.6 million Californians will travel 50 miles or more from their homes over the three-day holi...June 28, 2011
AgencyFolsom Lake Parking
Wishing you a great Independence Day! Here is an article from the Sacramento Bee about getting to Folsom Lake early if you want a parking space. By Bill Lindelof With Folsom Lake nearly filled to the brim, parking spaces at many of t...June 27, 2011
AgencyBack-seat Driver: Collision won’t deter biking advocate
By Tony Bizjak The smackdown came, as they often do, out of nowhere. "I remember being on my bike. I remember the car coming at me, and I remember being on the ground cussing," Tricia Hedahl said. Hedahl of Sacramento, a serious cycl...June 27, 2011
AgencyCalifornians’ Biggest Disaster Fear: Earthquakes
Of the many possible disasters that could befall Californians, Golden State residents fear earthquakes the most, according to a recent poll. Statewide, 57 percent of voters cite earthquakes as their greatest threat from nature, more than twice the pr...
June 26, 2011
AgencyHomeowner’s Remodel Family Project
The Cliff Cottam Insurance team thanks the Robles-Young family for this fun slideshow! This proves the average person can sucessfully remodel in a cost effective way! ...June 26, 2011
AgencyMechanical Breakdown Protection
Extend the life of your vehicle for up to six years or 100,000 miles How many times have you heard stories about cars breaking down right after the warranty expires? With Mechanical Breakdown Protection from Mercury, you can rest easy knowing you ...June 23, 2011
AgencyIs my Vacant Home Covered by Insurance?
Thank you to About.com for bringing consumers great articles. Here is one by Elizabeth Weintraub! Question: Is My Vacant Home Covered by Insurance? A reader asks: "Our home is presently on the market as a short sale. Because my husba...