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The cost to rebuild your home is its replacement value. This can be very different from the estimated market value or actual purchase price. In most cases, it costs more to rebuild the home you own than to buy a new one. At Absolute Insurance Agency, we understand the...

May through October is prime season for tire blowouts, thanks to warmer temperatures and an increase in travel. Letting a blowout catch you off guard could put you, your passengers and other motorists in danger. Be prepared by knowing how to handle a tire blowout...

There are many reasons to love the sport of boating; it can be relaxing, exciting and entertaining; however, hauling a boat on a trailer and launching it at the busy launch ramp can have its challenges. In fact, it can be downright stressful and can even turn...

The fact is that most people own more than they realize. Sure, it’s easy to remember the electronics and furniture, but what about the rest of it? For insurance purposes, your possessions are referred to as “personal property”. If your home is destroyed by a fire or...

Hitting the open road and heading out town for a little vacation can be exciting; however, if you lose your brakes, blow a tire or experience another unusual problem, you could be headed for trouble. So, let’s take a look at four situations you might face, along with...

Motorcyclists know that riding gives them a freedom that driving a car just can’t match. Riders also know that motorcycles don’t provide the same protections that cars do in the event of a crash. The best motorcycle riders take great care in all situations, whether...

Clean Your Way to a Longer-Lasting Car Motor vehicle corrosion is a billion-dollar problem in the United States, according to the Federal Highway Administration. And, no wonder. Road salt, tree sap, mud, pollution and even dead bugs and bird poop all contribute to a...

A warm evening makes it a fantastic time for a cruise on your boat. But, just like when you’re driving a car after sundown, it’s important to make some adjustments to keep yourself and others safe. Before You Get on the Boat: Know where you’re going. Everything looks...

 “Reduce, reuse, recycle.” Most likely, you’ve heard that catchy phrase connected with information about saving natural resources and even saving your family money. But, how many of us really make reducing, reusing and recycling a part of our everyday life? At...

If you’re like most people, there are certain items you own that you can’t imagine ever losing; possessions you deeply cherish or those that would be impossible to replace. While your homeowners insurance is invaluable for covering the loss or destruction of many of...

Spring is coming! Well, depending on that groundhog… With Groundhog Day just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about spring. Or, time to at least hope that springtime is coming, anyway. Although everyone thinks of cleaning when it comes to spring, there...

Ahhh parking lots… We love the convenience but hate the frustrations, especially when people are driving too fast and backing out of spots without looking. That behavior just so happens to be the cause of many door dings and irritated drivers. Even worse, careless...