Strands of sparkling holiday lighting make your home feel merry and bright, especially on a gloomy December day. However, if installed incorrectly, they have the potential to damage your home or electrical system. Before you grab your ladder and boxes of lights, review our list of do’s and don’ts for hanging holiday lighting strands safely. […]
Mastering Your Ceiling Fan: Seasonal Comfort Hacks
Ceiling fans are not only functional but also play a significant role in maintaining comfort and energy efficiency in our homes. Depending on the season, the direction in which your ceiling fan blades spin can make a significant difference in the way you feel and your energy bills. In this blog, we’ll explore the optimal […]
Adapting to Changing Times: Why Reviewing Your Coverage Limits is Crucial
The world around us is rapidly changing and that means your insurance coverage should do the same. Life and circumstances change and you want to ensure your insurance keeps you covered through those changes. Reviewing your coverage limits periodically ensures that you have the appropriate protection in place. Keep Up with New Risks While the […]
4 Tips to Help You Stay Safe During a Natural Disaster
No one expects to be caught in a potentially dangerous and extreme situation such as a natural disaster. If the unthinkable does occur, having a plan and knowing what to do could make all the difference for you and your loved ones. These four tips can help you stay safe during a disaster. If you […]
What is Cyber Insurance and Why Do You Need it?
Cybersecurity insurance is a new and emerging industry. It has its origins in errors and omissions (E&O) insurance, a separate form of insurance that protects against faults and defects in the services a company provides. E&O insurance is analogous to product liability policies for companies that sell physical or digital products. It’s important to us that […]
Pet Insurance
Our pets get sick just like we do & veterinarian bills can be costly. Pet Insurance allows you the benefit of getting reimbursed for those expenses. We are now offering coverage for your fur kids through Prudent Pet! They give you the ability to pick a price point that works best with your finances. These […]
11 Ways to Keep Your Identity Safe This Tax Season
What Cybercriminals Don’t Want You to Know Thieves are working extra hard this tax season to steal your information and gain access to your money. These cybercriminals use email and phone scams to trick taxpayers into revealing valuable information. In a tax tip article, “Don’t take the bait”, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) says, “The […]
Four Smart Insurance Options for Your Four Wheels
There are almost as many options for auto insurance as there are for autos themselves. Yet, not everyone needs everything – some people want blind spot monitoring, others might want the moonroof, and still, others may just want the basics. The same goes for insurance. For most drivers, basic coverage is not enough. And, if […]
Understanding Medicare and Your Coverage Options
Getting Medicare is a major milestone. As your insurance agent, Widener Insurance Agency wants to help you understand what Medicare is and what to consider when choosing the plan that’s right for you. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for: People who are 65 or older Certain younger people with disabilities People with End-Stage […]
Widener Insurance Announces Three New Staff Members!
Widener Insurance Agency is growing! We are incredibly excited to announce the addition of three new staff members to our team in Johnson City, TN! Mitchell Snapp will be working in our Personal Lines Department as an Account Manager. Please talk to Mitchell for you home and auto needs. Kurt Keller is our new Operations […]