Houston Tax Day Flood This April will mark the two year anniversary of the Tax Day Flood that produced historic flooding throughout the Greater Houston area. The storm system began with thunderstorms on the evening of April 17, and by the morning of the 18th, the storm was dumping rain at a rate of four …
Responsible Driving as we Age
As we age, it is normal for our driving abilities to change. This isn’t to say that we need to automatically keep our family members from driving when they get “too old.” It just means that we should pay attention to any warning signs that age could be interfering with our driving abilities and make …
A Package Deal for Houston Homeowners: Bundling Your Home and Auto Insurance
We here at Texan Insurance have a lot of wonderful clients in the Houston area who trust us to insure their homes. You might be one of them, and if so, you already know that we’re dedicated to providing the best customer care and policies tailored to your individual needs. What you might not know …
Independent Houston Insurance Agency or Direct Carrier for Your Insurance Needs?
A Houston insurance agency is an independent business that offers a broad range of insurance products and services from a variety of insurance providers, while a direct carrier sells its own insurance products direct to you, the consumer. Which option will best meet your Houston insurance needs? Comparison Shopping Benefits the Consumer While direct carriers …
Does Auto Insurance Cover my Rental Car?
Picture it. You’ve just landed at the airport and are eager to start your vacation. You fly through the line for rental cars and they’re just about to hand you the keys. But they need to know one thing: are you going to pay for their additional insurance coverage? That’s when you start to wonder …
Tips For Protecting Jewelry and Other High Value Items
Most of us have some items that we consider valuable, either sentimentally or financially. If you’re like the rest of us, you have probably taken the necessary steps to conceal your valuable jewelry in a secure box, away from prying eyes. Likewise, you’ve hidden, concealed, or otherwise protected your most valuable possessions. You may even …
When Travel Insurance Is a Good Idea
Travel insurance may be a good idea in certain situations, but not in others. Let’s take a look at some of the ins-and-outs of travel insurance. No need for travel insurance If you are planning a short one-day trip, chances are that travel insurance is not needed. There is little chance of losing something valuable …
What Factors Determine Your Home Insurance Premium?
Home insurance premiums aren’t quite rocket science, but they’re not paint-by-numbers, either! The truth is, insurance is no less complicated than the mountain of mortgage paperwork that comes with it. The factors that insurance companies take into account in deciding your specific insurance premium will vary from those of your neighbors and your friends, which …
Easter Events Around Houston
Looking for fun things to do Easter Weekend? Here are a few events around Houston that offer a little fun for everyone during the Easter Holiday. The Magnolia Historical Society is hosting its annual fundraiser Depot Day on April 21st. With games including an Easter egg hunt, BBQ, live and silent auctions, and the Charlie …
Houston: The Best Place to Celebrate Saint Patricks Day!
It’s that time of year! St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner, and there is no better place to celebrate with your friends and family than in Houston! The History of St Patrick’s Day Saint Patrick’s day has a very interesting history. According to The Encyclopædia Britannica Patrick was kidnapped at the age of 16 …
