March 21, 2022
AgencyHelp Prevent Homeowners Disasters With This Spring Maintenance Checklist
There are always plenty of things to do to maintain your Florida home—and spring is the perfect time to cross a few items off that home maintenance list. While there are many more than we’ve listed here, these spring home maintenance tasks will help you protect your home and family from two of the worst […]
February 21, 2022
AgencyThree Things You Should Know About Water Damage
When you think of Florida, you probably also think of water. We’re lucky to have gorgeous rivers, lakes, and the ocean practically right on our doorstep. Unfortunately, we also have the ever-present threat of water damage—whether from leaks, flooding, or sewer backup. Florida residents file thousands of water damage claims every year. Water damage claims […]
January 24, 2022
AgencyFlorida Home and Auto Premiums Are Skyrocketing—Is There Anything You Can Do?
Almost every day we receive calls or emails from upset clients whose insurance premiums are going up, even when they’ve never made a claim. Some policies are going up by hundreds of dollars per year—what is happening? The Florida insurance market is in crisis, particularly the homeowners and auto insurance sectors. A perfect storm of […]
December 20, 2021
AgencyHome Shopping in Bradenton/Sarasota? These Factors Can Affect Your Homeowners Insurance Rates
If you’re looking for a home in the Bradenton/Sarasota area, you’re home shopping in a real estate market that’s as hot as one of our August days! In fact, our area is ranked the No. 17 housing market in the nation! As thrilling as buying a home can be, it is a big investment and […]
November 8, 2021
AgencyFall Maintenance for Your Florida Home
Florida homeowners may not have to prepare for cold weather the same way our northern neighbors do—but fall is still a great time to perform some important home maintenance tasks. Keeping your home in good shape will save you money by preventing expensive home repairs later, and is more likely to help your home withstand […]
August 9, 2021
AgencyHomeowners Insurance and the Attractive Nuisance
As summer winds down, your family might be spending more time playing outdoors—and maybe you have a jungle gym, pool, or even a trampoline so they can have a blast. While these things are great fun for your family and invited guests, how do they affect your homeowners insurance? What if a child comes onto […]
July 26, 2021
AgencyIs Bundling Your Insurance Policies Right for You?
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. Could you save a significant amount of money by buying your auto insurance and homeowners insurance from the same company, for […]
June 7, 2021
Agency2021 Hurricane Season Dos and Don’ts
The 2021 hurricane season is upon us. We were lucky last year, and Florida didn’t have to cope with a direct hit from a hurricane. But that’s not our norm, and we shouldn’t get lazy about preparing. According to the Tampa Bay Times, since 1851, Florida has been hit by 121 hurricanes and 37 major […]
May 24, 2021
AgencyHomeowners Insurance Skyrocketing? Policy Canceling? Lakewood Financial Can Help!
The Florida homeowners insurance market is in turmoil, and Florida homeowners are paying the price—literally. Premiums are rising fast, and just recently two more homeowners companies received permission from the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) to cancel more than 33,000 Florida homeowners insurance policies. A third company plans to non-renew an additional 19,000+ policies […]
March 22, 2021
AgencyPlan Ahead Before a Natural Disaster Strikes
While we in Florida are fortunate not to have to deal with the freezing cold and heavy snows of more northern states, we’re not exempt from nature’s wrath. In fact, we have quite a few natural disasters to be prepared for—in addition to hurricanes, Florida experiences floods, fires, and tornadoes! The good news is that […]