Archive content category ‘General Insurance’

01.03.09 Client Meetings

I have been receiving very positive feedback recently from meetings I have held with customers because we have been focusing on today’s economic challenges. These meetings have concentrated on making sure our customers are making the most of what they are already doing. In today’s environment I believe focus and confidence are essential. What Happens [...]

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03.02.09 Online Qoute/Call Center vs The Haas Agency–Family Action 10

When you can get  an online quote or contact a call center 24/7 why go through the process of working with The Haas Agency?  All insurance agencies will profess to have great customer service, look out for your interests and be your advocate in case of a claim. What makes The Haas Agency different? It [...]

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27.01.09 The Importance of Disability Insurance–Connecticut Family Action 8

One of the most important insurance policies you can purchase is Disability Insurance. It is the policy that will replace your income if you are unable to work due to an injury or illness. Most people have the option of adding disability coverage to their benefit package at work. People can usually purchase up to [...]

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18.01.09 Life changes demand adjustments to your auto insurance and homeowners liability coverages – Action 3

The coverages on your auto insurance and homeowners should be reviewed annually and adjusted when needed, because life changes. Liability insurance protects you from financial losses you could endure from accidental bodily injury and property damage that you might cause to another party. Many people make the mistake of setting up their first insurance policies [...]

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15.01.09 Save Money on Insurance–Connecticut Family Action 2

One of the best ways Connecticut families can save money on insurance policies is to raise the deductibles. Whether it is auto insurance, home insurance, health or some specialty coverage on boats, snowmobiles or motorcycles the best way to save is to assume more of the small losses.  Most people have not looked at or [...]

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04.01.09 Top Ten Insurance Actions for Connecticut Families in 2009

The top ten insurance actions for Connecticut families in 2009 are listed below. At The Haas Agency we are advocates for the most efficient, cost effective insurance solutions. The actions listed below are just some of the ways to make a significant difference in premiums and coverage. To download our comprehensive report on the actions [...]

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18.12.08 Customer Satisfaction High with Local Agency

Satisfaction with local insurance agencies scored 884 points on a 1000 point scale in J. D. Power and Associates recent “Insurance Contact Study”. The study looked at customer experience when having contact with insurers through a local agency, call center and the internet. The goal of the study was to determine the steps that drive [...]

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16.12.08 Is there a bailout needed for my insurance company?

We have seen recent bailouts in the banking and auto industry and AIG received billions in a bailout during 2008. How does this affect your insurance policy? Because AIG is an extremely large insurance company making the headlines, we began receiving calls. Of course this raised concern with our clients, especially those clients that have [...]

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14.12.08 Savvy insurance shoppers know agents are best

Savvy insurance shoppers realize they are not as likely to get a low rate by purchasing online. Insurance professionals know their producti They are aware of all carrier discounts and have more tools at their disposal than online shoppers. Professionals often beat automated online insurance pricing, especially when it comes to total protection planning. Insurance [...]

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02.12.08 Hindsight is 20/20

I was at a Holiday Party the other night and every person I spoke with talked about the economy and how terrible business is right now. I agree that business has slowed down. When people do not purchase cars, refinance their homes or make major purchases, business gets very quiet. The conversations started a thought process [...]

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