Sudden Celebration: Tips for Hosting A Last-Minute Christmas Party

Christmas is less than a week away, and chances are, you have already done most of your planning for the holiday season, including any tasks involved with hosting a holiday party for your friends and/or family.  However, if you get stuck with playing host or hostess for a last-minute get-together, planning can quickly become stressful […]

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Jingle All The Way, with Coverage for His Sleigh: Why Santa Should Be Our Next Client

Christmas is so close, and while grownups are bustling about finishing up their holiday shopping, putting together a meal plan for the big day, and whispering behind closed doors about surprises for little ones, kids all over Polk County are counting down to the arrival of SANTA!  Santa Claus is the iconic emblem of Christmas, […]

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Give A Gift That Matters: Put Peace of Mind Under Your Tree This Year

The holiday season is when people focus on all that is important in their lives, and often, their loved ones are at the top of that list.  Countless dollars and hours are spent on gifts to show our spouses, children, parents, friends, and others around us how much we care.  What if we told you […]

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When Timing Isn’t Everything: Don’t Wait To Evaluate Your Coverage

“Timing is everything.”  This saying is used liberally in a variety of situations, but for those of us in the insurance industry, this phrase makes us cringe.  While timing is important, waiting until the “timing” is right to purchase insurance, or re-evaluate your current coverage, could be a costly and devastating decision.  We have clients […]

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Scared? Why Inadequate Life Coverage Should Terrify You

Halloween is less than a week away, and during this season full of spooks, ghosts, and ghouls “scary” is a goal most people strive for.  Unfortunately though, something more scary than a few fun decorations and costumes faces some families.  So what makes them worry more than a witch or grim reaper? Not having adequate […]

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Welcome Back Snowbirds! Things to Remember When You Come Back in Town

The season is here! Snowbirds are heading back to the Sunshine State from their northern homes to enjoy a nice, warm winter and miss out on the snow and ice that comes with the cooler temperatures in the upper portions of the US.  Here in Polk County, we have a lot of friends and neighbors […]

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The Financial Repercussions of Losing A Spouse

The loss of a spouse is a tragic event, and we know that it can send you reeling, especially if the loss was unexpected.  Unfortunately, the grief following this type of loss can have far-reaching effects that extend all the way into your financial situation.  Oftentimes, finances (including insurance policies) are handled by one spouse […]

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Common Household Accidents: Are You Protected?

Accidents happen.  Everyone knows that cliché line, yet few think about what it could mean for them and/or their family.  While most everyday accidents are relatively harmless, they can result in disaster, and can leave both people and property with long-lasting issues. Sadly, many accidents occur in our very own homes.  So, what are some […]

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Life Insurance 101: Things You Need to Know

September 1st marks the beginning of Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM), which is a great time for individuals and families to evaluate their coverage and make changes or updates as needed. Here at Carroll Marshall Insurance, we encourage our clients to take a look at their policies annually and determine if their needs would still […]

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First Aid by Mom (or Dad): Be Prepared for Anything This School Year

The first day of school is rapidly approaching here in Polk County, and we know that parents are scrambling to pull together last minute forms, school supplies, and lunch boxes.  The start of a new academic year means days full of carpool, after school sports or activities, and weekends spent at sporting events, school concerts, […]

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