Farm Bureau Insurance of South Carolina

Providing excellent customer service and great insurance rates is as important today as it was when we opened our doors for business on Dec. 9, 1955. Thanks for standing with us these last 68 years! https://www.scfbins.com/about-us

Still need a Christmas tree? Check out these SC Christmas tree farms and support your local farmer! https://bestthingssc.com/christmas-trees/

Please join us in welcoming some new faces to the Farm Bureau Insurance Family! They are agent Julianna Mickle in Dorchester, CS Daphney Bone in Georgetown , agent Caitlyn Chantron in Spartanburg South, agent Austin Boone in Lancaster, and agent Parker Fain in Spartanburg South. Be sure to stop by their offices to say hi!

If you have decorative lights that are worn, frayed or showing other potential problems, just toss them out. The risk isn’t worth it. Stay safe this holiday season.

This past weekend, some of our underwriters and agents travelled to Myrtle Beach to participate in South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation’s Farmer’s Hall as part of the 80th Annual Meeting of the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation! Thanks to those who stopped by our booth! We loved talking with everyone and getting to know how we can better serve our community.

Did you know that coyotes are in all 46 counties of SC? Be sure to keep an eye out for them as we tend to see them more now that their breeding season is about to start, and food is sparse. Swipe right for tips on how to protect your pets and property from hungry coyotes!

Did you decorate your Christmas tree for Thanksgiving? If so, did you know that dry Christmas trees are extremely flammable? To minimize risk of fire, be sure to water live trees daily!

December is National Identity Theft Prevention and Awareness Month. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Start protecting yourself by securing all personal and financial documents in a safe place. For more tips, go to: https://www.scfbins.com/articles/how-deter-detect-and-defend-against-identity-theft

It's the last month of the year! Be sure to keep an eye on our page for tips on the best ways to wrap up the year!

We’re excited to highlight one of our agents, Robin Terry!
Robin was raised in Barnwell and has been with Farm Bureau Insurance for 8 years.
Robin says that “the ability to share my strong enthusiasm and dedication towards providing excellent service to my clients” is what she loves most about being an agent.
Robin’s advice is “to treat others the way you would want to be treated. You will be rewarded in the end.”
Congratulations, Robin! We are so thankful for your commitment to Farm Bureau Insurance and to the customers you serve every day!

South Carolina has been experiencing an uptick in the amount of earthquakes in our state. Remember, a homeowners policy does not cover earthquake damage. Find your local agent today at https://www.scfbins.com/find-agent for more information about how you can get covered.

We’re excited to highlight one of our agents, Danton Hyman!
Danton is from Prosperity, SC and has been in Newberry County most of his life. He has been with Farm Bureau Insurance for 3 years.
Danton’s favorite part of being an agent is “the culture that we have as a company and what we have to offer our clients.”
Danton’s advice is “to never take a conversation for granted. There are always opportunities to either help or connect with clients that truly appreciates you and Farm Bureau."
Congratulations, Danton! We are so thankful for your commitment to Farm Bureau Insurance and to the customers you serve every day!

Will you be online shopping this Cyber Monday? If so, check out the history of Cyber Monday and these tips on how to find the best deals! https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/cyber-monday-evolution-ncna1278160

Did you buy a high-priced item on Black Friday? Check out our article on how to properly insure it! https://www.scfbins.com/articles/properly-insuring-your-prized-possessions

It's football time! Let us know who you are rooting for in the comments!

Are you planning to shop this Black Friday? Check out these tips from Consumer Reports to get the best deals! https://www.consumerreports.org/shopping-retail/top-10-black-friday-shopping-tips/

Farm Bureau Insurance is thankful for the opportunity to serve our member-policyholders!

Our offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24 in observance of Thanksgiving. If you need to report a claim over the holiday weekend, please contact our Customer Service Call Center at 1-800-799-7500. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

Traveling for Thanksgiving? Keep our emergency roadside assistance number (866.291.0188) handy! If you have a Farm Bureau Insurance® personal auto policy, a customer representative will send help your way anywhere in the United States 24/7, 365 days a year. For more details, visit https://bit.ly/3srUMEA. If you have questions about your coverage, please contact your agent!

DriveDown, our deductible rewards program, is powered by Routely, a telematics app you download onto your phone. It captures driving data and provides feedback to you on your driving habits, including tips for safer driving.
Drive safer. Start here: https://www.scfbins.com/insurance/auto-insurance/drivedown

We all love Thanksgiving, but cooking dinner can be dangerous. Be sure to follow these tips to prevent a fire and how to handle a fire if one should occur.

Traveling for Thanksgiving? Swipe right to see how you can prepare for your road trip!

Barndominiums are rising in popularity! Looking into building one? Reach out to your local agent if you need help covering it! www.scfbins.com/find-agent

Help yourself prevent future leaks in your home by inspecting your plumbing/appliances!

Congrats to Shannon Polchow for being the recipient of our 1,000th chicken sandwich at Gamecock Village this weekend! We will be giving away 200 Chick-fil-A sandwiches at the last two home games this season so be sure to stop by!

It’s officially fire pit season! Follow the tips below to stay safe when around a fire pit:
🔥 Avoid loose clothes
🔥 Avoid soft woods like cedar or pine
🔥 Be prepared to put out the fire with water or a fire extinguisher
🔥 Make sure the fire pit is at least 10 feet away from any structure
🔥 Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving

Do you know the 5 leading causes of winter electrical fires? Swipe right to learn what to avoid this winter!

Please join us in welcoming some new faces to the Farm Bureau Insurance Family! They are agent Zech ODell in Greenville, Robin Williamson in Underwriting, agent Timothy Schneider in Richland, CSR Paige Bostic in Lexington, agent Kyle Smith in Florence-Lake City, agent Brandon White in Richland-Chapin, Jonette Kramer in Underwriting, agent Austin Hoard in Lexington, and agent Megan Martin in Horry-Conway. Be sure to stop by their offices to say hi!

Have you prepped your home for winter yet? If not, follow this list to make sure you are prepared!

Deer are out and about during this time of the year! Be sure to look out for glowing eyes during dawn and dusk. If you see a deer, slow down and move over. Remember: deer travel in packs, so if you see one, there are sure to be more behind them.

Now that the temperatures have gotten chillier in South Carolina, be sure to check your tire pressure! Low temps can cause tire pressures to fall and cause issues to your tires.

It’s Daylight Savings! Be sure to turn your clocks back an hour today!

High School playoffs kick off tonight! Be sure to keep up with the scores with !

Today, our Sumter agents and agency manager helped cook and serve food to Shaw Air Force Base members at the annual Military Appreciation Picnic! Thank you to everyone who stopped by!

Since it is officially fall, celebrate by making this Pumpkin Dip recipe!

Happy November 1st!

Happy Halloween!! Swipe right for some tips on how you can keep your trick-or-treaters safe tonight!