Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, shares insight on how the right insurance agency partner can create value for builders and buyers from groundbreaking to closing and beyond. In today’s challenging homebuilding environment, both builders and buyers face rising costs and growing uncertainty. The solution: working with an experienced insurance expert who can provide…
In a Shore Consulting blog, Kimberlee Furcht, VP, Executive Account Manager at Westwood, breaks down five common buyer questions about home insurance. While many homeowners seek affordable pricing, they are often surprised by the impact of climate risks and inflation, which are making coverage both harder to obtain and more costly. Addressing insurance preparedness early…
The party scene is booming. According to the events industry trade group Meeting Professionals International, the number of in-person gatherings in the United States has climbed steadily since 2022, with 76% of survey respondents expecting favorable live attendance in 2025. Whether you’re hosting at home or renting a venue, this is the perfect season to…
Festivals, concerts, and other live events continue to grow in popularity, with the U.S. event promotion industry reaching an estimated $56 billion in revenue in 2024, and many of those visitors are there to browse vendor booths. That means local businesses have a prime opportunity to make a lasting impression. Here are five ways to…
As the days grow shorter and colder, many families turn to seasonal décor and cozy touches that add warmth and light to their homes. But these comforts also carry risks: according to the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments report that heating equipment remains the second-leading cause of home fires nationwide. Here are some…
Every household is different, but earthquake drills tend to expose the same gaps in preparedness. That’s the beauty of the ShakeOut; it’s less about rehearsing the obvious moves and more about uncovering the smaller details that can make a big difference. What People Commonly Forget Earthquake safety isn’t just about taking cover under a sturdy…
