home insurance

As you say goodbye to the old year and prepare for the new, you may be reflecting on the events of 2024 as well as thinking of personal and financial goals you’d like to achieve in 2025. You’re probably not thinking about your insurance needs—and that could be a mistake. Many life events affect your […]

While Floridians love water in the form of lakes, rivers, or the ocean, we definitely do NOT want to see it pouring into our homes from a broken pipe or flooded yard! Water damage is one of the most common—and expensive—homeowners insurance claims Florida residents make. While some types of water damage are covered by […]

Investing in your home is often a smart decision. But with the cost of Florida home insurance, you may want to prioritize home renovations that could also potentially save you money on your homeowners insurance. Consider making improvements which lessen the effects of the most common perils Florida homes face, including wind, tropical storms and […]

  We get this question every week from clients who are surprised and frustrated when they receive their renewal offer from their home or auto insurance company. We’ve previously discussed why Florida home and auto insurance rates are so high (see here and here), but let’s review the situation again. The short answer to the […]

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. Insurance can protect your most valuable assets, like your home and your vehicle, protect you […]