--- title: Gompers, Cornish & Barr Blog description: Read Gompers, Cornish & Barr blog for helpful information and tips about all things insurance. --- # THE GCB INSURANCE BLOG ## Tips and guidance to maximize coverage and minimize costs related to personal and commercial lines of insurance. * * * [**Before AI Can Answer the Question, Someone Has to Ask the Right One** — **Our View: The State of AI in the Insurance Agency Business** — “I was just calling to update my policy.” — It’s the kind of phone call we receive every day. — A client had purchased a new boat and simply wanted to add it to their insurance. It sounded straightforward enough. But as our conversation… — Aug 10](/blog/2026/before-ai-can-answer-the-question-someone-has-to-ask-the-right-one) [**What to Consider Before Renovating Your Commercial Space** — Renovating a commercial space can improve functionality, update the appearance of your business, and create a better environment for employees and customers. Whether you are making a few targeted improvements or completing a major remodel, careful planning can help keep the project on track. —… — Aug 7](/blog/2026/what-to-consider-before-renovating-your-commercial-space) [**Get to Know: Corri Hose, CISR, Commercial Lines Account Manager** — **Why Family Comes First, Both at Home and at the Office** — When Corri Hose says she “fell into the insurance industry,” she means it was never part of a carefully mapped-out career plan. — Corri began her professional life in Colorado as a software tester in the information technology industry. She… — Jul 28](/blog/2026/get-to-know-corri-hose-cisr-commercial-lines-account-manager) [**Common Insurance Mistakes Young Families Make** — Starting and growing a family comes with many exciting milestones, but it also brings new responsibilities and financial risks. Between busy schedules, growing expenses, and changing priorities, insurance coverage is often overlooked. Unfortunately, small gaps in coverage can create major problems… — Jul 28](/blog/2026/common-insurance-mistakes-young-families-make) [**How Smart Home Technology Can Help Detect Problems Early** — Smart home technology is often associated with security cameras and smart locks, but many of today's most useful devices are designed to help homeowners identify potential problems before they become major repairs. — From water leaks to temperature fluctuations, smart home tools can provide early… — Jul 16](/blog/2026/how-smart-home-technology-can-help-detect-problems-early) [**The Top 5 Reasons People Choose Gompers, Cornish & Barr** — **What Our Clients Tell Us Matters Most** — When people shop for insurance today, they have more options than ever. — National brands promise convenience. Online platforms promise speed. Captive agencies offer name recognition. — Yet every year, more individuals, families, and business owners choose… — Jul 13](/blog/2026/the-top-5-reasons-people-choose-gompers-cornish-barr) [**The Positivity Payback: Refer in May, Receive $25!** — What if a simple introduction could put **$25 in your pocket** —while helping someone you care about at the same time? — That’s exactly what we’re doing this May…but only for a limited time! — At Gompers, Cornish & Barr, we’ve always believed that the best relationships start with trust—and often, that… — Apr 24](/blog/2026/the-positive-payback-refer-in-may-receive-25) [**Understanding Third-Party Transportation Liability for Businesses** — **When Someone Else’s Accident Becomes Your Problem** — _By Mary Shoemaker, Commercial Lines Manager_ — Not long ago, outsourcing shipping and delivery felt like a clean transfer of responsibility. You hire a third party to deliver your goods or products. Their trucks, their drivers, their insurance.… — Apr 23](/blog/2026/understanding-third-party-transportation-liability-for-businesses) [**How to Document Business Property for Insurance Purposes** — Many businesses rely on equipment, inventory, furniture, and technology to operate day to day. While these assets are essential, they are often not well documented, which can cause difficulties if the business experiences a loss and needs to file an insurance claim. Creating a clear record of your… — Apr 7](/blog/2026/how-to-document-business-property-for-insurance-purposes) [**Get to Know: Katie Ledford, CISR** — **Personal Lines Account Manager Who Keeps Things Personable** — Spend just a few minutes talking with Katie Ledford, and one thing becomes clear quickly: she’s built for working with people. — Whether she’s reading a client’s personality within seconds, remembering details from conversations months… — Apr 7](/blog/2026/get-to-know-katie-ledford-cisr) * * * - [1](/blog.md) - [2](/blog.md/page-2) - [3](/blog.md/page-3) - [4](/blog.md/page-4) - [5](/blog.md/page-5) - [6](/blog.md/page-6) - [7](/blog.md/page-7) - [8](/blog.md/page-8) - [9](/blog.md/page-9) - [10](/blog.md/page-10) - [11](/blog.md/page-11) - [12](/blog.md/page-12) - [13](/blog.md/page-13) - [14](/blog.md/page-14) - [15](/blog.md/page-15) **Start your quote online or contact our office to find out how we can help you find a policy that fits your needs.** [Start Your Quote](/quotes) [Contact Us](/contact)