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💰 Beware the Cost of Cost-Cutting Insurance Strategies! 💰

In today’s economy, it’s tempting to try to save on your insurance premiums by reducing coverage. But before you make those cuts, it’s essential to ask yourself one question: Is the risk worth the reward? The Reality of...

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Today’s the Day – Come See Us at Allen Neighborhood Center!

We’re thrilled to announce that today marks the kickoff of our very first office hours at the Allen Neighborhood Center! With the support of 7C Lingo, a leading provider of translation services, and a strong local...

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Why Football Fans Should Have a Personal Umbrella Policy

Fall is here, and for many of us, that means one thing: football season! From cheering on your favorite team to tossing around the pigskin in the backyard, there’s no better way to enjoy the season than gathering with...

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Empowering Future Leaders: Rathbun Insurance Engages with Lansing Students

Earlier this month, Rathbun Insurance CEO Ben Rathbun and Account Manager Kenwon Simpson had the privilege of visiting the Lansing School District’s Business and Risk Management class. This engagement allowed them to...

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When To File (or Not File) a Homeowners Claim

Home insurance premiums have been increasing, and obtaining coverage can be challenging in what's known as a "hard market." When extreme weather and catastrophic events put demands on the insurance industry, this...

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Yardwork and Decorating Outdoors — Beware of Overhead Power Lines

Thinking about doing some yardwork or decorating for the holidays? Before you bust out the tree trimmer or start hanging lights, remember to survey your property for overhead power lines. The risk is in not thinking...

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10 Tips for New Homeowners

Congratulations on your new home! Buying a new home can be exhilarating, especially for first-time homebuyers. For many, it’s an emotional experience. After months of browsing listings and touring homes, you finally...

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6 Halloween Hazards To Watch Out For

Halloween is fun for kids and grown-ups alike. But it's also full of scary (and dangerous) traps for the unwary. Watch out for these common hazards: Candles: Use glow sticks or battery-operated lights rather than...

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Supporting the Capital Area Humane Society at the 32nd Annual Walk for the Animals

On Saturday, October 5, Rathbun Insurance proudly participated in the 32nd Annual Walk for the Animals, hosted by the Capital Area Humane Society, at Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge. Our team set up a booth and joined in...

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Rathbun Insurance, 7C Lingo, and Allen Neighborhood Center Join Forces to Improve Insurance Access in Lansing

At Rathbun Insurance, we believe that “Being There Matters Most.” Our commitment to the Lansing community continues to evolve through thoughtful partnerships, such as our ongoing collaboration with 7C Lingo and local...

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Rathbun Insurance Team Bridges Conversations Through Art: A DEI Journey at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

At Rathbun Insurance, fostering meaningful conversations and deeper connections is at the heart of what we do. For nearly a year now, we have been engaging in monthly DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) chats led by...

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Fireplace Safety Tips for Your Home

It’s getting cold outside, the sun is hanging lower above the horizon and evening is coming earlier. This is a wonderful time of year to curl up in front of the fireplace with a few logs burning brightly. But if you...

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 4 Cybersecurity Behaviors To Adopt

The World Economic Forum forecasts the cost of cybercrime to reach $23.84 trillion by 2027. Yes, you read that right. Cybercrime is a fact of life in our digital world. But there’s still a lot you can do to protect...

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Cyber Bytes: What Is a Data Privacy Program and Do You Need One?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed from the hottest app release in history to a star player in doomsday scenarios to an assistive tool in daily life. AI-powered tech is now an expectation instead of an outlier....

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Rathbun Insurance Teams Up with MSU Advanced 486 Class: We’re the Client!

We are so pumped to share some exciting news-this time, we are the client! Rathbun Insurance is thrilled to announce our unique partnership with the Michigan State University (MSU) Advanced 486 Class, also known as...

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Heather Cooper-Kim Teams Up to Clean Up South Lansing!

At Rathbun Insurance, "Being There Matters Most," and yesterday, our Producer, Heather Cooper-Kim, embodied that commitment once again. As an active member of the South Lansing Business Association (SLBA), Heather spent...

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It's Open Enrollment Season – Talk to the Experts at BeneGuides!

Fall is here, which means it’s open enrollment season for individual health insurance and Medicare plans. At Rathbun Insurance, we want to make sure our clients have access to the best resources when it comes to their...

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Rathbun Insurance Adjusts to a 38-Hour Work Week for Better Balance and Productivity

One of the biggest changes we’ve tested recently at Rathbun Insurance is an early Friday close, introduced as part of a temporary summer hours policy. After receiving staff feedback and evaluating the impact, we’re...

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My Adult Child is Borrowing My Car - What Next?

It’s a situation many parents find themselves in: your adult child is back home for a month or borrowing your car while waiting to buy their own. Naturally, you hand over the keys and think little of it. But then a...

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Exciting News: Rathbun Insurance Expands Capabilities with Text Messaging!

At Rathbun Insurance, we’re always looking for ways to enhance our services and better serve our clients. We’re thrilled to announce that we have expanded our communication capabilities to include texting! This new...

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