Insurance Tips & Info

6 Ideas for Farm Safety from the Ostic Group

Most people don’t think of a farm as a dangerous place — not compared to a factory or a warehouse. When you think of farm life, you tend to picture fields and grazing animals or chickens in the yard. But...

5 Motorcycle Safety Tips from Ostic Insurance

Do you remember when you told your mom that you were getting a motorcycle? Unless you grew up in a family where this was common, she probably wasn’t happy about it. And with good reason! Statistics show that serious injuries...

Driverless Car Accidents

Last month, we told you about a driverless car that took a road trip across the States. But it's not the only driverless car that's been on the roads in the last few months. The Associated Press reported that four...

Insurance Just Isn’t Insurance Anymore

When people hear the word insurance, they tend to immediately think life insurance – usually to cover their mortgage. But insurance isn’t just insurance anymore, and it really hasn’t been for a long time. There are many types of personal...

Why Is Travel Insurance Important?

Winter has the tendency to send Canadians packing for warmer climates, and vacations are a great way to take a break and thaw for a couple of weeks in the middle of our coldest season. Anyone planning to take a...

Snowmobile and ATV Safety

Snowmobile and ATV owners that haven’t talked to their insurance company yet should do so as soon as possible to learn more about their coverage. These vehicles are often used for recreation but can have serious consequences if they are...

Why Do I Need To Keep A Home Inventory?

A home inventory is something that every person with home insurance should have. It will make the process of filing an insurance claim much quicker and easier, because insurance companies don’t have to guess how much they need to reimburse....

5 Ways to Protect Your Home While You’re Away

Winter is upon us and for many, that means it’s time for a trip down south. The last thing you want while soaking up the sun on the beach is to worry about whether your house is safe. Take these...

Keeping Your Home Safe During The Holidays

From decorating the house and family dinners, to out of town visits and holiday parties, the holidays are a busy time of year for everyone. However, with this added excitement comes added risks to the safety of your home. Following...

7 Wood Stove Safety Tips

By now, most cities have experienced their first winter snowfall. This means that many homeowners are starting to turn on their home heating units, including wood stoves. Using a wood stove to heat your house is a great alternative to...