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Kyle Laurent: Partner/Farm Bureau Insurance Agent

DeWitt has been my home since 1993. My family and I couldn’t be happier to continue to work, live, and play in the Mid-Michigan area. After graduation from DeWitt High School, I attended and received my Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Management/Finance from Northwood University in Midland in 2010. I’ve been a […]

Jack Griffin: Partner/Farm Bureau Insurance Agent

For over 32 years, my office has served the greater Portland area with Farm Bureau Insurance products and services. Working with our office can give you peace-of-mind, knowing that the things that matter most to you are insured, should the worst happen. I would like to help you find the right insurance coverage for your […]

Have You Thought About Life Insurance?

Fall is in the air, which means all our favorite Fall things are back in full swing – the evenings are brisk, cider mills are open, and, you guessed it, football is back on the TV. This also means your kids are going back to school. If you’re like most parents, you will go to […]

A Look at Inflation

Since the Covid-19 pandemic began, how has our economy changed? First and foremost, tens of thousands of employees have stopped working creating a widespread labor shortage. Second, relief packages are getting pumped into the economy causing demand to go up tremendously. And lastly, business owners are having to decide whether or not to ride the […]

What’s the Deal With Cryptocurrency?

Cryptocurrency. What is it and why is everyone talking about it? In today’s post, we’re going to discuss why cryptocurrency is all the rage these days and whether or not this is a good thing. Let’s dive in! What is Cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency is a form of digital currency that can be exchanged online for goods […]

Rising Cost of Materials & Home Insurance

If you’ve recently taken on a DIY home improvement project or have looked at hiring someone to do the work for you, you’re likely familiar with the rising cost of building materials. With this sudden hike in prices, have you thought about when you last evaluated how much it would cost to rebuild your home? […]

Sump Pump Failure and Why You Need Insurance

When it comes to protecting your home and belongings, we can customize a plan that’s right for you and your family. We’ve all heard stories about basements flooding – they’re devastating. Taking preventative measures against flooding is highly recommended and can help in some cases. But unfortunately, flooding is often the result of something much […]

What is Personal Umbrella Insurance?

You’ve probably heard the term ‘umbrella insurance’ but may not be familiar with what it is. Umbrella insurance is extra liability insurance coverage. In the event of a lawsuit due to an accident or other legal issue, you’ll want to have umbrella insurance. Although an umbrella policy can also cover liability claims that don’t result […]

What is Country Estate Insurance?

The Farm Bureau Insurance Country Estate policy is designed for anyone who lives in rural areas, who owns acreage and may cultivate it, or has agricultural exposures but their primary living is made away from their land. Typically, these individuals will own five or more acres of land and their property is considered a residential […]