Homeowners are finding innovative ways to enjoy the great outdoors. The trends of 2024 encourage you to create a comfortable and functional outdoor space that feels like an extension of your home. Follow these top 10 tips to make your own customized backyard oasis. Top 10 Hottest Outdoor Living Space Trends 1. Greenery and natural…
There are approximately 1.4 billion insects for every person—that’s an awful lot of pests to battle when trying to enjoy the outdoors. Fortunately, there are things you can do to deter bugs away from your party. Here are 10 practical solutions, along with reasons to consider insurance for your next important event. 10 Ways to…
By Alan Umaly Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, delves into strategies for navigating the current uncertainties in the homebuying process. Acknowledging the importance of implementing reassuring measures for homebuyers, Alan presents four insurance-related opportunities: enhancing resilience, incorporating smart features, optimizing location, and embedding insurance seamlessly into the process. These approaches enable builders to…
Westwood Insurance Agency announced a strategic collaboration with Landsea Homes, a publicly-traded residential homebuilder. This collaboration enables Landsea Homes to offer home insurance to their customers utilizing Westwood’s technology platform. By integrating an embedded model into the homebuying process, Landsea Homes’ customers will be able to efficiently secure home insurance early in the process. Discover…
As of April 19, the national average price for a gallon of regular gas is $3.62, up two cents from this time last year. While it’s still cheaper than it was in 2022, prices are expected to increase due to refinery maintenance, the switch to summer-grade gasoline, and rising demand. Find out which states are…
Current exterior home design trends are about more than beauty and charm. They also reflect the ways people are making their homes more durable in today’s volatile climate. Here are the top five ways to add both appeal and protection to your home. Top Five Home Exterior Design Trends 1. Use bold colors. Deep blues,…
