July 8, 2011
AgencySpending on pet funerals increases in Sacramento and beyond
By Jennifer Garza [email protected] Zoya Girard treated her beloved dachshund, Poncho, like a member of the family all his life. She's giving him the same kind of attention in death. She wanted her 11-year-old dog to be buried in his favorite...July 8, 2011
AgencyHomeowners insurance regulations take effect- California
This article by the Sacramento Business Journal explains a new regulation that will impact every California Homeowner. It may mean that all consumers will pay a higher premium to insure their home than in the past. If y...
July 4, 2011
AgencyPets Need Help On Fourth
By Cynthia Hubert [email protected] It is the noisiest day of the year, and one of the riskiest for pets. Every Fourth of July, and the day after, animal shelters are inundated with dogs and cats that bolt their homes to flee the boom and flash of ...July 4, 2011
AgencyHappy Independence Day!
The Cliff Cottam Team wishes everyone a Happy Independence Day! Here are some fun quotes to ponder............. You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldier...July 3, 2011
AgencyChecklist: In the garden, around the house
Most people now know: Pull cords for windows and blinds can be a serious danger to infants and toddlers. But many families still have these cords in their homes. According to a recent survey by the Window Covering Safety Council, 92 percent of Americ...
July 3, 2011
AgencyOn Independence Day 2011, we’re more dependent than ever
By Kevin G. Hall WASHINGTON — This year, as the nation celebrates Independence Day, the sputtering U.S. economy offers a st...July 2, 2011
AgencyCentral Valley – Feinstein calls for changes in federal flood insurance law
WASHINGTON, D.C. June 28, 2011 • Says changes will help with protection while lowering rates • ‘Californians should be charged the same insurance rates if they face the same risk’ Legislation to bring parity to the flood ...
July 1, 2011
AgencyHybrid drivers soon to lose solo access to California carpool lanes
This article by Tony Bizak of the Sacramento Bee informs drivers that a new law beginning tomorrow will affect California Drivers. Talk about sticker shock. On Friday, 85,000 heretofore privileged California solo drivers whose c...
July 1, 2011
AgencyHybrid drivers soon to lose solo access to California carpool lanes
This article by Tony Bizak of the Sacramento Bee informs drivers of that a new law will affect California Drivers. Talk about sticker shock. On Friday, 85,000 heretofore privileged California solo drivers whose cars boast yellow "Acc...
June 30, 2011
AgencyBoating Safety Tips
Thank you American Agents Alliance for these great boating tips! Last week we finally welcomed the first official day of summer! With that, comes the promise of participating in many water-related activities including swimming, surfing, and boati...