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Many of our customers still use checks to pay for their insurance bills. They write the check and drop it in the mail. Problem is, the mail isn't nearly as reliable as it used to be.
There's a simple solution to that. Use your credit card to pay your insurance bill. Even if you don't like using credit to pay for expenses, you can pay off the balance the day you receive your statement. Your insurance gets paid. Your coverage continues. And it's as simple as that.

Happy President's Day - which used to be celebrated as Washington's Birthday - only his actual birthday was on February 11, 1731. Read on for some more trivia about our first president ...

Presidents' Day 2024: What and When is Presidents' Day? Presidents' Day 2024 falls on Monday, February 19! However, that's not actually Washington's Birthday... Learn all about the history of this holiday.

Are dash cams worth it? Let's say you're involved in an auto accident. One of the questions police officers or perhaps a claims adjuster might ask will be, "Does your vehicle have a dash cam?"
If so, that dash cam could help speed up your claims process, offering definitive proof of how the accident unfolded. But there is a big emphasis on the word, 'could'. Find out why:

Dash cams - are they worth it? | Charles Meyer Insurance Agency Dash cams are available as aftermarket items as well as features on many auto brands. But are they worth the cost?

Give your insurance coverage an end of year checkup!

Getting married, moving to a new home, having a baby, or inheriting treasured family mementos are all examples of life events that can change your insurance needs. Here are a few more examples of what could lead to a change in policy

- adding a new driver to your coverage - or perhaps, removing one who is now on his or her own
- any room additions or remodeling to your home that might change
- any expensive jewelry that you or someone in your family receives as a gift
- if the appraised value of any rings or other jewelry has gone up, coverage should be adjusted
- any major purchases like boats, motorcycles or ATVs
- Consider including coverage for items such as electronics, musical instruments and artwork. Cell phones, laptops, cameras and many other types of property can also be insured on a personal articles coverage endorsement.
- a new pool, sauna or hot tub
If your needs have changed, simply give us a call or text at 314-894-1313 to make sure we've got you covered!

Real Christmas trees are great. But they can dry out and become a potential fire hazard (not to mention getting pine needles all over your floor). Here are a few tips for keeping a real Christmas tree fresh.

How to keep your Christmas tree fresh through the holidays, based on tips from a forester and an ecologist Christmas tree experts offer tips on keeping a real tree fresh through the holidays. A fresh cut and plenty of water are the most important steps.

A salute to all our Veterans who have done so much to protect this great nation. Thank you for your service!

Sometimes, customers are convinced that another company may offer a better policy. While it' true there may be some lower rates out there, those lower rates often have built-in caveats like:

• Huge wind/hail (storm) deductibles. These could be over $10,000!
• Functional Replacement Cost vs. Full Replacement Cost
• No accident forgiveness
• An Excess Policy vs. a true Umbrella Policy

So, if you really want a lower rate, count on us to help you find it because we'll compare for you. You'll then discover why the grass really isn't greener on the other side of the fence.