What’s Open and Closed on Columbus Day 2024/Indigenous Peoples Day
Columbus Day 2024, and if you didn’t know, it’s also now known as Indigenous Peoples Day, is one of the most inconsistently observed federal holidays in the United States. Falling annually on the second Monday in October, this day has become a focal point for discussions about how we recognize history. While it’s one of the nation’s 11 federally recognized holidays, many businesses, states, and […]
Is Lubbock Insurance Hard To Find?
Is Lubbock Insurance Hard To Find? | 806-798-7800, Hettler Insurance Agency, Lubbock Texas Buying insurance doesn’t have to be hard. You just need a friend on the inside. Hello, friend. Come on inside, our door is open (we’ve even got a handy drive-thru window, the only agency in Lubbock Texas). Let us do the hard work for you. You don’t have time to shop for […]
Conscious Consumer: Supporting Small Businesses [infographic]
Why it matters to you and your community. But, how small is small? The definition of a small business varies drastically depending on which organization, group, or government agency you ask. Generally, though (and the SBA leaves lots of wiggle room), it is an independently-owned business with fewer than 500 employees that earns less than $1 million per year in combined revenue and sales, Fundera. […]
7 Unusual But Smart Insurance Types You May Not Know About
Who likes paying for insurance? But, we have to pay for things that we need. True, you pay money monthly or yearly, and you rarely get anything back in return. Only when tragedy strikes do you feel like it was all worth it. The rest of the time, it really does seem like a money pit.
How To Choose Best Independent Insurance Agency In Texas
Top 12 List for Independent Insurance Agency, Plus A Bonus During some period of your life, you’ll probably need the services of an independent insurance agent, maybe in Lubbock, Texas. Let’s face it, auto, homeowners, business, health, disability, and life insurance can prevent financial disaster in times of crisis. And, good insurance is peace of mind. An outstanding insurance agent can help you protect all […]
How Can Open Carry Affect Insurance for Texas Businesses?
Open carry legislation went into effect in Texas on January 1, 2016. This means that ordinary citizens with an existing concealed handgun license, can openly carry their firearms in public. There are several exceptions, including college campuses, federal and state owned land and in businesses that overtly prohibit open carry. While Texas is by no means the first state to allow open carry, it’s the […]
The Minimum Insurance You Need as an Entrepreneur
If you start reading about all the types of insurance on the market for a business, you might become overwhelmed. It’s a rookie mistake to forgo insurance, thinking coverage for a new business is an unnecessary expense. Instead, let’s look at the minimum amount of insurance an entrepreneur should carry. Note the types and amount you should carry depend on your industry, location and the […]
Are Exorcisms, Ghosts and Werewolves Covered by Liability Insurance?
With Halloween just around the corner, you may have questions regarding the mishaps and creatures in many horror movies. While we can’t answer why the villain won’t utter a word or how the characters always die so easily, we can answer your insurance questions regarding the haunting of Halloween. We also decided to tackle some more common insurance problems that can happen in October. And […]
Which Deductible Should I Buy?
Low deductibles are great when the claim occurs but rarely are they the best long term decision. O.K. Let’s start this discussion with a trip to Las Vegas. Odds are, if you are reading this, you don’t live in Vegas so a trip is within the sphere of imagination for you.  See this decision is all about odds.
Protect your business’ pocketbook
You’ve just signed for that business loan and you’re ready to get the doors open just as soon as possible. The banker shakes your hand and says “Have your insurance agent add the bank onto your insurance policy”. You say, “I’ll get that done” while thinking…I need to get an insurance policy going soon.