Monday, May 22, 2023 In 2022, more than 1 million vehicles were stolen in the U.S.—an increase of 7 percent over the previous year. And industry experts say that nearly half of the time, owner errors contributed to the theft of the vehicle! READ MORE >>
Monday, November 21, 2022 As you’re shopping for home or auto insurance, you might come across the concept of the credit-based insurance score, or simply the insurance score. Hmm, that’s odd. What does credit have to do with insurance risk, and how does it affect the cost of your insurance? READ MORE >>
Monday, September 26, 2022 The high cost of home and auto insurance in Florida has us all thinking about ways to save money on policy premiums. While many factors are beyond your control, one that may help save money is your policy deductible. Generally, a higher deductible means lower premiums. A lower deductible means your premiums will be higher. READ MORE >>
Monday, April 11, 2022 After years of declines, traffic fatalities* are rising again. For decades, seat belt laws and improved vehicle safety features helped to contribute to roadway safety. In 2020, for the first time in years, roadway deaths increased, despite there being fewer cars on the roads due to pandemic lockdowns. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 10, 2022 At the start of a new year, many people resolve to get their finances in order. Lakewood Financial would like to remind you that appropriate insurance coverage is one of the best ways you can protect yourself from financial disaster. READ MORE >>
Monday, December 6, 2021 Florida drivers already pay some of the highest car insurance rates in the nation, and those rates are likely to go up in the near future. Why? Because insurance companies’ claims costs are skyrocketing, and strange though it may seem, supply chain and other pandemic-driven causes are contributing. READ MORE >>
Monday, August 23, 2021 Many factors determine what you’ll pay for car insurance—things like how expensive your vehicle is, how old you are, and how good your credit is. But don’t forget one of the most important rating factors if you want the cheapest car insurance: keeping your driving record clean! READ MORE >>
Monday, July 26, 2021 You’ve probably seen TV commercials that talk about bundling your insurance coverage, and you may be wondering if bundling—buying more than one type of insurance policy from the same insurance carrier—is right for you. READ MORE >>
Monday, November 9, 2020 We know car insurance in Florida can take a big chunk out of your budget. Choosing an independent insurance agency like Lakewood Financial is one way to get the best deal—our agents are experts in the local insurance market and we represent dozens of great standard and non-standard car insurance companies. READ MORE >>
Monday, July 13, 2020Summer is here, and just about everyone is longing for a getaway. As Florida opens back up, more residents and tourists will be on the roads. More driving can mean more accidents and breakdowns, but one way to avoid the dangers of summer driving is to prepare your vehicle for the effects of extreme heat. READ MORE >>
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