What Affects Home Insurance Rates?
Home insurance rates continue to rise here in Minnesota and Wisconsin and many homeowners feel the impact firsthand. Several factors drive these increases. Supply chain disruptions raised material costs. Natural disasters are happening more frequently and cause more costly damage. Large-scale rebuilding efforts – like those following California wildfires – continue to strain the system. […]
Insurance for Your Condo or Townhome
What is HO-6 Condo Insurance? And what does it cover? If you own a condo or townhome in Duluth, Superior, Cloquet, Hermantown, or anywhere in Northern Minnesota or Northwest Wisconsin, you probably assume your association’s “master policy” has you covered. It does—but only part of the way. To protect the parts of your unit you’re […]
Medicare AEP: What You Need To Know
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) gives individuals the opportunity to review and make changes to their coverage for the upcoming year. The 2025 AEP begins October 15 and ends December 7, with all plan changes taking effect on January 1, 2026. Take time each fall to review your coverage. Premiums, provider networks, and prescription costs […]
Minnesota’s Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML)
What Employers Need To Know Minnesota’s Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) program goes live January 1, 2026. Between now and then, employers need to decide on a plan (state or private equivalent), prepare payroll systems, and complete required notices and postings. Below is a concise, practical guide—plus “what to expect” insights from states already […]
Does Car Insurance Cover Hail Damage?
Every year, hailstorms cause billions of dollars in damage to vehicles across the U.S. — and northern Minnesota and Wisconsin are no exception. Even a quick summer storm can leave behind dented hoods, cracked windshields, and costly repairs. But does car insurance cover hail damage? And what should you do if your vehicle gets hit? […]
Does Insurance Cover Wildfires?
Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin are known for their beautiful forests. Unfortunately, the recent wildfires that have popped up in northern Minnesota have scorched thousands of acres and destroyed homes, cabins, and vehicles. For those affected, the aftermath brings stress, confusion—and many questions about insurance coverage – like; “Does insurance cover wildfires?” Reliable Insurance Agency has […]
Does Car Insurance Cover Vandalism?
What Every Driver Needs To Know! Does Car Insurance Cover Vandalism? What Every Driver Should Know If you’ve ever found your car keyed, your tires slashed, or windows broken, you’re not alone—and you may be wondering if your auto insurance covers the damage. The good news? In most cases, yes – car insurance does cover […]
Am I Covered If My Business Is Linked to PFAS?
More and more commercial insurance policies are starting to exclude coverage for PFAS—also known as ‘forever chemicals.’ As this issue gains national attention, businesses here in the Duluth-Superior region are starting to ask: “What are PFAS, and could they affect my insurance coverage? And am I covered if my business is linked to PFAS? Let’s […]
The Importance and Benefits of Life Insurance for Children
By Kristen Goldberg, Life & Health Insurance Agent at Reliable Insurance Agency As parents, grandparents, and guardians, we always want what’s best for our children. We carefully plan for their health, education, and future opportunities—but one area that often gets overlooked is life insurance for children. While it may feel like a difficult topic to […]
Essential Spring Maintenance Checklist
Spring is a season of renewal, but it also brings risks like fluctuating temperatures, melting snow, and increased moisture. To help both homeowners and business owners prepare, we’ve partnered with our disaster recovery specialists, Dryco Restoration Services, to create this Essential Spring Maintenance Checklist. PREVENTING FROZEN PIPES Preventing Frozen Pipes Spring seems to sneak up […]
