A teen driver may not have the experience they need to stay safe, and statistics prove this. Adding a teen to your automobile insurance policy is costly. Having a teen driver in the household can be a fun and nerve racking experience. Getting a driver’s license is a milestone for your children and also a rite of passage. For parents it is time Read More
“Can I Borrow the Car?” The Teenager’s Symphony
30August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | auto insurance, California, Hoffman Brown Company, Sherman Oaks | No Comments
Foreign and Domestic Travel
25August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, Hoffman Brown Company, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsWinter Holidays and Summertime are the peak time for all travelers. Protect yourself from fraud while you travel both internationally and domestically. Summer is upon us and Winter is just around the corner!! Whether you are going to visit a foreign country or traveling here in the USA it is important to keep your credit and debit cards safe from Read More
Order Up: New Coverage Gaps for Restaurants
23August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, Hoffman Brown Company, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsAs your restaurant expands into new areas of business, new exposures to risk must be evaluated. As restaurants venture into new mediums of extended business models like food trucks and pop-up eateries for a single night only, many fail to consider the unique exposures these innovative concepts create. These new ways of doing business are very Read More
Keeping Family and Guests Safe at Your Beach House
18August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, Hoffman Brown Company, homeowners insurance, Sherman Oaks, tips | No CommentsBeach houses are a fun getaway. Look at your vacation home for any potential risks and hazards just as you do in your primary residence. It doesn't matter if your beach home is in Malibu or the Caribbean. Bugs, sunburns, and an assortment of other perils lurk everywhere. To keep your family and guests safe while they enjoy an amazing time at Read More
How to Keep Your Children Safe at the Pool
15August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, Hoffman Brown Company, homeowners insurance, Sherman Oaks, tips | No CommentsPools, children, and summer go hand-in-hand like green and trees–but there are a few safety precautions you need to take to keep them safe. Children love pools–it gives them the opportunity to burn some of that kid energy that seems to be limitless. But just because it's good for them, doesn't mean that it's safe from risks. Pools present a number Read More
Heat Safety Tips for You and Your Family
12August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, family, health insurance, Hoffman Brown Company, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsWith the first half of 2016 being the warmest half-year ever recorded, taking these heat safety tips into consideration could save a life. In recent years, extreme heat has caused more deaths than all other natural disaster events, even floods. At most at risk from the effects of heat are our children, senior citizens and pets. Fortunately, there Read More
How One CEO Avoided a Wire Transfer Scam
10August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | Business Insurance, Hoffman Brown Company, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsOne CEO avoided being involved in a wire transfer scam, and his tips will help you keep your money safe. Why would thieves risk their lives robbing banks when they can just trick some uninformed business owner into basically handing over thousands of dollars? Lately, thieves have been fooling businesspeople into just giving up their corporate Read More
New Overtime Rules and Regulations: Your Questions, Answers, and Concerns
8August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | Business, Business Insurance, California, Hoffman Brown Company, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsNew overtime rules have placed into law, which may affect your business and its employees. Back in mid-May, the Department of Labor (DOL) finalized a rule that will have an enormous impact on agencies and their business clients. The DOL rule updates antiquated regulations that exempt certain employees from overtime and minimum wage Read More
What to Know About Long-Term Care Planning
3August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, Hoffman Brown Company, long-term care, ltc, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsLong-term care is something that your parents or grandparents might eventually need, so it’s smart to start planning as early as possible. Long-term care is something that many people ask about at some point in their lives. Whether they have someone who needs it or someone that is eventually going to need it, we thought that it would be helpful Read More
What to Look for When Purchasing Your First Home
1August,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, Hoffman Brown Company, homeowners insurance, Sherman Oaks | No CommentsInspect these three important details before you sign on the dotted line and you pass the point of no return. Purchasing a new home can be a significant point in your life and it is also a significant investment in time, energy, and of course, money. These investments put a toll on your body and can be a source of significant stress as well. There Read More
