Claudia Moreno Smith
Agency Owner
4 Ways Telematics Can Impact Car Insurance
Posted: May 16, 2026
Telematics is technology that tracks driving behavior via a mobile app, a plug-in device, or a built-in vehicle system. Insurance companies may use that data to better understand how a person drives in real-life conditions. Instead of solely factoring age, vehicle type, ZIP code, and claims history, some insurers also evaluate driving habits. That can create savings opportunities for some drivers, but it can also...
What to Look for in a Health Insurance Plan
Posted: May 10, 2026
Choosing a health insurance plan is one of the most important financial and wellness decisions you will make for your household. While it is tempting to select the plan with the lowest monthly price tag, the “cheapest” option can often end up being the most expensive if you require unexpected care. Finding the right plan requires looking past the surface to understand how access, out-of-pocket...
Understanding Life Insurance Riders
Posted: May 7, 2026
Life insurance riders are optional features that can change how a policy works. Instead of buying a completely separate policy for every concern, a rider lets you add certain protections to the life insurance coverage you already have. That can make a policy more useful in real-life situations beyond the basic death benefit. Riders are not one-size-fits-all. Some are meant to help if the insured...