THE GCB INSURANCE BLOG

Your boat is an investment that gives you tons of fun all summer long. But come the cold weather months, you want to make sure it’s properly winterized before you store it, so it’s protected from weather and other hazards. Here’s a quick list of steps you should take before storing. — Decide…

Homeowners today have never had more ways to save money through technology. Here are five smart home devices that will help you cut down on your bills and improve your home’s safety. Better safety can mean fewer insurance claims and less hassle for you. — Smart Programmable Thermostat — A…

If you’re on the fence about renting or owning a home, here’s a helpful look at the upsides of each option. Remember to get the right insurance when you make your choice, so your property is fully protected. — The Advantages of Renting — When you rent, you don’t have to commit to a neighborhood or…

Three Reasons to Make Sure You Get the Most Comprehensive Coverage at the Most Affordable Rate — By Lauren Dallas, Personal Lines Manager — In the most recent issue of our newsletter, we shared a segment from The Today Show in which an expert asserted that one of the best ways to make sure you’re…

— How Tragedy Touched a Member of the GCB Family; Finding the Power to Persevere — Sometimes even a great cause — no matter how worthwhile and important — touches a little too close to home. But when someone can turn a tragedy into future triumph, as our own team member Lori Brouillet has done, a…

If you want to reduce your risk of traffic accidents and the insurance claims that accompany them — which could cause your premium to go up — you need to drive defensively. Here are some driving tips to help you avoid crashes and stay safe on the road. — Always Assume Other Motorists Will Make…

— Reasons to Stay Independent and Privately Owned — We recently sat down with Vice President Jim Barr to discuss the strategy that he and President John Cornish are pursuing to grow their agency locally and strengthen the firm’s deep roots in the Macomb County community. Jim explained why he and…

If you’re house hunting, you’re probably looking at many elements like the number of bedrooms or how updated the kitchen is. Don’t forget to check for these things too, which which may help avoid home insurance claims should you become the new owner. — An Aging Roof — Roof problems are one of the…

— — Why We Give, As a Company and As Individuals — By Staci Remley, Operations Manager — As an agency recently celebrating our 60th anniversary as a local, independent, privately owned insurance agency, we are extremely proud to be considered part of the fabric of our local community. In a world…

Many insurance carriers today offer smartphone apps that track telematics to monitor driving. Here’s how they work and how these apps may help you lower your auto insurance premium, along with a few other advantages. — Safe Driving Apps Help You Improve Your Driving — Telematics usually works…