There is no shortage of things to do in Austin or the surrounding area, so Texans don’t have to worry about traveling long distances to enjoy a relaxing getaway or a family vacation. Before you start making plans, be sure you check out Travelzoo for local deals in Austin. You’ll find sweet deals on all […]

Are you are looking for Fourth of July events in Austin? We have a couple of ideas for you to think about. Auditorium Shores on Lady Bird Lake The largest Fourth of July celebration in Austin will be at Auditorium Shores on Lady Bird Lake. Get there early to claim your spot considering they are […]

Central Insurance Agency is proud to work with many non-profit organizations dedicated to helping our surrounding communities here in Austin and throughout Texas. One in particular is PEAK PERFORMERS, a temporary employment firm located in Austin that specializes in employing people with disabilities.  PEAK PERFORMERS services over 800 job classifications with the State of Texas, from entry level administrative support […]

Drought affects more than just crops and lake levels. It can also affect the foundation of your home. The drying of the earth around the foundation can cause it to have less support and, eventually, cracks could appear. Those can get larger and can result in more serious damage. A good foundation is vital to […]

If you own a home, you most likely have it and your contents insured.  If you haven’t been through your home and taken an inventory for insurance purposes, it might be time to do that. There are now smart phone apps that can help with that process and provide a way to keep the information […]

The police arrive at your broken front door. Burglars had invaded your home while you and your spouse were out to dinner. Besides the thieves taking all the electronics and extra money you kept in a drawer, they also grabbed a bunch of papers off the counter. These papers contained personal information including your social […]

Distracted driving can be deadly, and many people don’t realize how easy it is to get caught up in something else when they should be paying attention to the road. Among the 10 most deadly distractions, according to PropertyCasualty360, are pets and smoking. Having an animal in the car can really take attention from the road, […]

  Wind and hail can cause major damage to your property.  This type of extreme weather happens everywhere, but some states are affected more than others.  Certain regions of the country seem to consistently have weather patterns that produce storms with damaging wind and hail. State Farm reports that wind and hail claims cost the […]

Starting a business provides a wide range of opportunities, but it also opens up many doors for potential risks. Every business owner should invest in business insurance to reduce the possible problems that might occur after the company is established. Liability Coverage One of the most important coverages for any company is liability. Every business […]

Lawsuits today are more common than ever and although your homeowner’s insurance policy and auto insurance policy both include liability insurance, these may not be enough to cover the costs of a lawsuit brought against you. An umbrella liability policy gives you an additional layer of insurance once your other policies’ limits have been exhausted […]