Home Insurance

Bundling Your Auto, Home, and Toys with Progressive Insurance Can Save You Money

Posted on by Lewis Smith

Advantage Insurance Network in Cincinnati, OH is a Snapshot Certified agent representing Progressive and their partner, Progressive Home Advantage (underwritten by ASI). By now, I’m sure you have seen a Progressive commercial with everyone’s favorite spokeswoman, Flo, talking about the perks of bundling your auto and home insurance. By having all of your policies with Progressive, it helps reduce the potential for gaps in coverage. But, most importantly, it saves you money. In fact, Progressive gives a discount based on the number of policies you have with them. Do you know all the different types of policies that Progressive can write?

  • Auto
  • Homeowners/Renters/Condo
  • Mobile Home
  • Motorcycle
  • Boat
  • Personal Watercraft
  • Recreational Vehicle
  • Snowmobile
  • Travel Trailer
  • ATV
  • Golf Cart
  • Segway
  • Classic Car
  • Umbrella
  • Commercial Auto

Bundling your Progressive policies with an independent agent like Advantage Insurance Network gives you the extra benefit of having someone local to help with questions and concerns. Call us today or visit our website 24×7 at www.myadvantageinsurance.com to get started on your Progressive auto and home insurance bundle with Advantage Insurance Network.

5 Ways to Save Money on Your Home Insurance

Posted on by Lewis Smith

Advantage Insurance Network in Cincinnati, OH is an independent insurance agency that works with homeowners to make sure they get the home insurance coverage they need at the best price possible. Below are the top five ways you can look at right now to save money on your home insurance.

  1. Multi-policy – Bundling your homeowners insurance with your auto insurance is a no brainer. With discounts averaging 20% on both policies, packaging your insurance needs is the easiest way to save money. It also allows your insurance agent to make sure you are avoiding any potential gaps in coverage.
  2. Call your agent when you update – So you got a new roof last year? Did you call your insurance agent? Discounts for updating things around your home like your roof, electric, plumbing and heating can top 15%. A two minute phone call to let your agent know about an update could save you hundreds.
  3. Consider taking a higher deductible – Most people know not to use their homeowners insurance as a maintenance policy. Filing a large number of claims can have a negative impact regardless of the size of the claim. It is important to have a deductible that is realistic should anything happen, but also to make sure you are not overpaying for a low deductible you do not need.
  4. Ask if your carrier offers a paperless discount – Most people today have an email address they check regularly. Heck, you probably checked it before you read this blog. Having policy documents delivered via email instead of through USPS can save on average 5%.
  5. Buy your policy from an Independent Agent who can shop around for you – Independent Agencies like Advantage Insurance Network can take the hassle out of shopping around for your homeowners insurance. With one phone call – or one visit to our website www.myadvantageinsurance.com – you can get dozens of quotes from nationally recognized, top rated carriers.

Questions on any of the above? Call us today at Advantage Insurance Network in Cincinnati OH to make sure your homeowner’s insurance policy is up to date and that you are getting the most out of your insurance. We can review your homeowners insurance with you and make sure you are taking advantage of all of your potential discounts.

Factors That Affect Homeowners Insurance Rates in Ohio

Posted on by AgentInsure

Your home in the Cincinnati, Ohio area has many factors that affect the rate you pay for homeowners insurance. Understanding these factors will go a long way to making sure you have the full coverage you need. Advantage Ins Network will even let you compare homeowners insurance rates online, so you can see the different variables that make up your quotes and get the best rates possible.

Major factors that influence your homeowners insurance rates include the size and value of your home. A home with a value of $200,000 will cost more to insure than a $65,000 home. The amount of your deductible also plays an important role. The higher your deductible, the lower your rate.

Common factors include:

  • Distance from a fire station or hydrant
  • Type of roof material and age of roof
  • Age of home
  • Age of plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems

Your personal factors also can increase your insurance costs. If you have a swimming pool, or a dog that is classified as aggressive, you will pay a higher insurance premium. If you have made numerous claims against your insurance, your rates will also be higher.

Unfortunately, if there are numerous abandoned homes in your area, you may pay a slightly higher insurance rate. You may be able to reduce the rate with the installation of fire and smoke alarms. Talk to us to find out what you can do for improvements.

Do remember that your Cincinnati home is not protected from floods under your regular homeowner’s policy. If your residence was built along low-lying banks of any river, talk to us about a flood insurance policy. Advantage Ins Network is your independent agency for the Cincinnati area, and we are available to help you with all your insurance needs.