Alan Umaly, President of Westwood Insurance Agency, is featured in the latest issue of Modern Home Builders Magazine discussing how builders can help homebuyers in securing insurance. Recent extreme weather events have made it more difficult for buyers to obtain coverage in many regions. Umaly highlights embedded insurance as a key solution, allowing builders to…
Last year, 25% of all new cars were leased, a steady increase over the past few years as consumers continue to battle rising car prices. If you’re contemplating whether to lease or purchase your next car, consider these advantages and disadvantages of leasing to determine if it’s the best fit for you. Advantages of…
The world is filled with beautiful places. From breathtaking canyons to sparkling ice glaciers, there is an abundance of stunning locations. And the best part is you can see many of them without leaving the country. Here are seven extraordinary must-visit wonders of the United States. Bucket List Destinations in the U.S.: 1. Antelope Canyon,…
The U.S. inflation rate rose 3% between January 2024 and January 2025, increasing already high prices for basic goods and services. If you’re looking for ways to save money and you’re willing to relocate, here are the top 25 cities with the lowest cost of living in the country. Most Affordable U.S. Cities (percentage shown…
Westwood Insurance Agency received a Net Promoter ScoreSM (NPS®) of 92 for 2024. This score, an average of customer satisfaction ratings for new business sales and service to existing customers, places the agency in the “world-class” category ranking. This is the highest recognition a company can receive, and Westwood has achieved it for several years…
Tom Kriby, VP of Client Development and Partnerships at Westwood Insurance Agency, highlights the growing influence of millennials and Gen Z in the homebuying market. In 2023, these two generations made up 60% of mortgage applications, with 83% of first-time buyers coming from this group. Their tech-savvy, demand for speed, simplicity, and transparency in the…
