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Swenson Insurance Group
Insurance Advisors
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
An independent agency like Swenson Insurance Group is not tied to one insurance company. We start by learning your exposures, then shop your coverage with the carriers that specialize in that kind of risk. A high-value home, a growing trucking fleet, and a first rental property each need a different kind of company, so we match you with the right fit instead of forcing you into whatever one carrier offers. Then we walk you through your policy so you know exactly what you are buying.
We work with businesses of every size and type, along with families and individuals. Whether you run a small family operation, a growing company, or a complex, hard-to-place risk, or you just need coverage for your home and vehicles, we take the time to understand what you need to protect and find the right fit.
A captive agent works for one insurance company and can only offer that company's policies. An independent agent, like Swenson Insurance Group, works with many carriers, so we can compare options and match you with the company that fits your risk best. If your needs change, we can shop your coverage again without you having to start over with a new agent.
Premiums can rise even when you haven't filed a claim. Common reasons include higher repair and building costs, more severe weather in your area, changes in your claims history or driving records, and carriers adjusting their rates across the board. If your premium went up, we can review your policy, explain what changed, and shop other carriers to see if there's a better fit.
Some of the most effective ways are choosing deductibles that fit your budget, keeping a clean claims and driving record, and putting safety and risk management practices in place. It also helps to make sure your policy reflects your current operations, vehicles, and property, so you're not paying for exposures you no longer have. As an independent agency, we can shop your coverage with multiple carriers to find the best value for your risk.
General liability insurance helps protect your business when someone outside your company says you caused them harm. For example, a customer slips and falls at your shop, your crew accidentally damages a client's home or equipment on a job, or a product you sold or installed causes injury or damage. It can help pay for legal defense, settlements, and medical costs, depending on your policy. It doesn't cover your own employees' injuries, your vehicles, or your own property, which need their own coverage, so it's worth reviewing what your policy includes and excludes.
At least once a year, ideally before your policy renews. You should also review it any time something big changes, like buying a home or property, adding vehicles or equipment, hiring employees, taking on new kinds of work, or signing a contract that has insurance requirements. A quick review helps make sure your coverage still matches what you need to protect.
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