Barbara Merten-Dubensky-State Farm Agent

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High costs mean fewer teen drivers | LinkedIn The share of driving-age teens without a license has been rising. The Wall Street Journal examines reasons why.

Today gives me the perfect excuse to do one of my favorite things: Spoil Gigi rotten! 🐶❤️ Do you have any favorite pics of your own pawsome pups you'd like to share?

A few things you can do to stay safer during lightning season include watching for storms, staying inside if you hear thunder and avoiding touching electronic equipment, faucets or metal during a storm.

If you're collegebound for the fall semester, you want to make sure that you and your belongings are protected while you're at school. Mom and Dad's current home or renters insurance will cover your belongings if you're living on campus, but off-campus students will need renters coverage of their own. My team and I are also happy to assist you with your auto insurance coverage, whether that's putting together a new plan for yourself or working with you and your parents to expand their existing one.
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Not-so-fun fact: About a quarter of all car accidents happen at road intersections. Now is the perfect time to correct any bad driving habits you may have to keep the road safer for you and your fellow drivers. This article is a solid refresher on what to keep in mind when at an intersection.

Information About Intersection Rules and Red Light Cameras Running a red light is a bad idea, but in some places it can also mean a surprise ticket.

Tom's gone parachuting before, so he can tell you: Keeping an open mind and an open heart is essential for a fun and adventurous life. If you keep saying no, no, no, you'll miss opportunities you didn't even know were there.

Personalized insurance is up our alley, even when it's not ! We don't 7-10 split our attention—we strike true to put together top-notch coverage for our customers. 🎳

As a small business owner, you pour your heart into your work every day. Business insurance is here to support you, making sure that your dreams and efforts are protected. Connect with our Birmingham team today at (248) 647-4266, and let's personalize a plan to your specific needs.
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This Wednesday and next are the last of Birmingham's In the Park Concert series in Shain Park! If you've been attending the previous shows this season, who has been your favorite performance so far?
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Word to the wise: Don't sign the dotted line on anything unless you know what you're agreeing to. If you don't quite understand what's included in or excluded from your insurance plan or how much coverage you have, be sure to connect with our team so we can clear things up. We want you to feel confident in your insurance!

Summertime is perfect for both getting your daily dose of vitamin D and exercising simultaneously! My favorite way to get my blood pumping outdoors is to go hiking—there are so many beautiful trails around Oakland County and the Great Lakes, after all.

To me, being a Good Neighbor requires 3 important things:
-Providing reliable insurance coverage
-Putting in the work to make sure all our customer's bases are covered
-Making sure you all leave with happy smiles

We're happy to say that we've been doing that for folks throughout Oakland County for decades, and we will keep doing so for many years to come!

The future is at your fingertips! If you're ready to , you can call our office at (248) 647-4266 when we open up for the week on Monday.

Home is where the heart is, so let's make sure your favorite place is both well-loved AND well-protected with a home insurance plan! Our Birmingham office has several options for you to choose from, so you can personalize your coverage just as you need. Let's chat today at (248) 647-4266 to get started.
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A friendly reminder this National Insurance Awareness Day: Don’t set it and forget it! Insurance needs can change annually, especially if major life events happen like weddings, babies, moves, and new jobs. If you're due for an insurance review, our team is only a phone call away: (248) 647-4266!

If you’re a small business owner, check out the Open Doors link below. It provides marketing resources to help your business grow and succeed.

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The dog days of summer are finally here, which means that this season is all about Gigi and her awesome pals! We'd love to see pics of you and your own canine friends celebrating the day. ☀️🐶❤️

To all the fathers who give their all to their families each and every day: Thank you for your sacrifices, your time, and your love. Wishing all the dads in our State Farm family a Father’s Day as wonderful as they are! ❤️

The reason why we've been able to keep doing what we love after all these years (and why folks keep coming back time and again) is that our team understands the importance of a positive customer experience! We don't just want you to enjoy your insurance plan at the end of the day—we want you to enjoy the process of getting it put together too! Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to leave us their feedback over the years!

Happy ! Nourish your body with something delicious and nutritious today. We recommend checking out the Birmingham Farmers Market for some fresh produce, but be sure to get there before it closes at 2 p.m. today!

🎉 Celebrating 102 years of success! Happy Founder's Day, State Farm! 🎉
As a proud State Farm agent here in Birmingham, MI, I am honored to be a part of a legacy built on trust, service, and community. Thank you for allowing me to protect what matters most to you and your loved ones. Here's to many more years of serving our community with dedication and care. Cheers to State Farm and to each and every one of you!

Boating season is here, so we hope you and your boats are ready to hit the water! If not, my team and I are happy to help you protect your lake-faring vessel with personalized boat insurance. Let's keep your lakeside fun safe—chat with us today for a free quote! 🌊
https://www.barbmd.com/insurance/boat

"I'm Barb Merten-Dubensky, and you're watching What's My Coverage?!"

Let's see which of you has enough insurance know-how to answer these questions correctly!

State Farm provides the coverage for your boating adventures. Here’s a great article on boat basics and coverage. Contact me to learn more. https://st8.fm/3Wvp7yC

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Classic and vintage style motorcycles, dressing dapper and riding to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research. This is a site to see!! Come on out May 19 to support this worthwhile cause!! Please check out the website https://st8.fm/49ZqVms for more information on how you can support this worthwhile cause.

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Why Are Insurance Rates Going Up? We share some reasons car insurance rates are on the rise and ways to help manage them.

State Farm provides coverage for your motorhome adventures. Contact me to learn more today.

Catch all episodes of the docuseries Full Court Press, presented by , on from 5/14 to 6/12 and witness basketball greatness like you’ve never seen it before!

If an illness or injury takes you out of work, disability insurance can help replace some of your income. Check out this article to learn more, or contact me anytime.

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