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Protect your pets with this extra layer of security. As a responsible pet owner, you want to do everything in your power to keep your pets safe.  This is why all pet owners should equip their pets with the proper ID tags.  Additionally, owners are encouraged to have their pets microchipped as an extra layerRead more

Here’s what you need to know about the personal liability coverage included in your homeowners insurance. Your homeowners insurance can be broken down into four major coverages: property, personal property, loss of use, and personal liability.  Because personal liability claims are among the most expensive that a homeowner can face, it’s incredibly important to ensureRead more

Make sure you and your bike are covered no matter what comes your way. While most homeowners or renters policies may provide limited coverage for your bike, a separate bicycle insurance policy can provide the broad, personalized coverage you really need – especially if you own an expensive specialty bicycle.  Whether your bike is usedRead more

Here are some of the safety practices that you should pass onto your teen driver. As the parent of a new teen driver, you are undoubtedly worried about your child’s safety out on the open road. While you can’t always be there to hold their hand, you can do your best to teach them safeRead more

Try out these suggestions to help you update your home inventory for the New Year. As a responsible homeowner, there are certain home tasks you need to take care of at the beginning of every year. For instance, one task that you need to take care of is updating your home inventory to include allRead more

Westwood Insurance Agency partners with HomeAid America in the fight against homelessness. National partnership will support Homeless Housing Development & Community Outreach Programs IRVINE, Calif., January 14, 2019 (Newswire.com) – Westwood Insurance Agency, a leading national personal lines insurance provider will join HomeAid America as a Bronze Level National Partner. Dedicated to assisting individuals and familiesRead more

Here’s why you should list specific personal belongings on your homeowners insurance policy. While your homeowners insurance policy extends coverage to your personal property, it’s important to understand that this coverage is subject to certain limits. These limits can create a coverage gap when it comes to insuring high-value items such as jewelry, fine art,Read more

Here are the first steps to take as a new homeowner. After you’ve closed on your home, you might be worrying about packing, changing your locks, and beginning the move-in process. However, these aren’t the only steps that you need to take as a new homeowner. Buying a home introduces many new responsibilities, and it’sRead more

Tips to help you secure the right home insurance. When it comes time to purchase your first homeowners insurance policy, you may not know where to begin. Admittedly securing the right coverage can be difficult, especially when you are under strict budgetary constraints. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to save when securingRead more

Try out these holiday safety tips. The holidays are officially here! In honor of this holiday season, we at Westwood Insurance, would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a very happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. As a premier insurance provider, we know the holidays can pose some veryRead more