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Ring in the New Year with Farmers.

Turning the page on 2023 may mean your home insurance is about to renew. That’s a good time to do a quick coverage review and make sure you’re getting all of your discounts. I can help.

Flat tires don’t wait for the new year. Having an emergency kit in your trunk could help you stay safe if you broke down on the road or had to make an unplanned stop. Just be sure to pull off the pavement as far as you can to wait for assistance to arrive.

Holiday travelers — don’t forget to pack an umbrella (as in, the insurance policy). It’s there to help if you run into trouble and the costs exceed the liability limits of your primary insurance policies. Call me.

Zoom! The year sure went by fast. Did it bring a new baby? A new car? Even a new TV? Make sure your policy still meets your needs going into 2024. Give me a call and we can run a quick review.

Stuffing or dressing? Pumpkin or apple? These are questions we can answer. Today, let the other big decisions go – and have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Veterans Day honors all who have served. November 11 is your day, and we thank you for your service.

Hitting the road for the holiday? Check your oil, tires and emergency kit before you buckle up.

Happy Halloween, everybody! Here’s an important question: Costume or candy — which is the most important?

Grumpy cats! Zoomie cats! Fat cats! Cats in shark costumes! The best thing the internet ever gave us? Cat memes. What’s your favorite? And happy National Cat Day.

It’s National Teen Driver Safety week, so if your teen gives you nothing but [eyeball roll emoji] when you talk about safe driving, consider this: it’s not what you say, it’s what you do. Put the phone down and keep your eyes on the road when you’re driving.

Ahhh, autumn leaves. They blaze, they amaze. And then they fall and gum up your gutters, just in time for the rain and snow. Cleaning clogged gutters now can help prevent damage to your roof and home this season.

Dropoffs, pickups, rides to practice — back to school means more driving, more traffic and more kids in crosswalks. It’s a good time to pay special attention when driving near schools, bus stops and intersections with crossing guards.

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate Hispanic and Latino Americans for their many contributions to our nation’s history and culture.

What’s your evacuation plan? Do you have a disaster supply kit or bug-out bag? For National Preparedness Month, think about what you need to have, do and know for your family — and furballs — in case of an emergency. Make A Plan | Ready.gov

We may associate Labor Day with the unofficial end of summer (sigh), but the holiday stems from the late nineteenth century labor union movement and their efforts to honor American workers. The first celebration took place in New York City in 1882.

Do you live or drive near a school zone? Keep an eye out for kids crossing streets and parents making oddball U-turns and harried parking moves at pick-up and drop-off times.

Does your college student have a car on campus? Let’s talk about car insurance coverage for what you want.

It’s the season for expensive gadgets to get lost, misplaced or worse. If your kid’s backpack is stuffed with high-tech gear — laptop, tablet, cell phone — let’s talk about what may be covered by your home insurance policy (even if it disappears at school).

Yes, it feels like “adulting,” but National Financial Awareness Day can be a helpful nudge. Review things like your budget, investments and insurance coverage (I’m here to help with that last one). Then check that box – until next year.

From bikes to laptops, your kid’s gear is a key ingredient in their success. Let’s talk about whether their belongings are covered under your home insurance policy if they’re stolen or damaged — or how to get additional coverage if they’re not.

How does umbrella insurance work? It’s extra insurance that provides coverage and financial protection beyond the limits of your home or auto policies. And it follows you wherever you go. Questions? Call me anytime.

Three cheers for two scoops! It’s National Ice Cream Day, the day to say “100% yes” to that sundae with the works. What’s your favorite ice cream and topping?

Hold the phone. I thought every day was World Chocolate Day, but apparently, it’s just today? What are you doing to celebrate the mighty cacao bean?

Happy Independence Day! Have a fun and festive Fourth.

You won’t get the day off for National Insurance Awareness Day (sorry!), but it’s a good time to review your policies — home, auto, Life or business — to see if you have the coverage you want and check available discounts. Let’s schedule a call today!

Grease flare-ups on a grill happen, but what turns a flare-up into a full-blown fire? Grates caked with the barbecue grime. Failure to keep grills clean is the top cause of grill fires that ignite homes or other structures (29 percent), according to the National Fire Protection Association.

On this Flag Day, we commemorate 246 years since the original American flag was adopted by the Second Continental Congress.

18. Before you shave your long-haired pup’s fur, consider this: all that fur can insulate against heat. Cutting it close to the skin can also lead to sunburns or skin cancer. Consider a trim (and maybe an inflatable doggie pool), instead. farme.rs/aspca_hotweather

On Memorial Day, we honor the military personnel who have given their lives in service to our country. Thank you to all who serve and protect our nation.