Each year, our Top O’ Michigan team works with thousands of individuals and businesses throughout Michigan with respect to their insurance coverage. We are often asked who some of the other insurance agencies are in the area.
The last few years have been a challenge for many businesses due to a number of reasons (some more obvious than others). Some of these factors have also had a negative effect on the insurance industry after years of relative stability, which has accelerated a hardening insurance marketplace. This means that many segments of the insurance industry are becoming less ...
How much liability insurance is enough? $1,000,000 is an awful lot of money, right? That certainly seems that most people would be comfortable with these limits but should they be? Since every individual and business is unique, it can be hard to conceptualize possible scenarios where a large liability loss would occur.
Experiencing a loss to your property or worse yet, bodily injury or death is a very stressful time. It may be difficult to know what your next steps are after making sure everyone involved is okay or being treated by emergency responders. Here are a few tips to help guide you through a loss and claim process whether it is ...
How will the new changes to Michigan's auto insurance affect policy holders?
As you may be aware, the new legislation passed earlier this year included a number of changes to our auto insurance in Michigan. We are continuing to actively work on getting more clarification on these changes as they develop with lawmakers and insurers. As information is gathered and ...
Think about your most recent favorite show to binge watch. The characters continue to develop and deal with a lot of uncertain changes through each season. Unlike these characters, our lives are not scripted and that means there is a lot more unknown in life that we need to prepare for. As we age and reach different milestones in our ...
Michigan Lawmakers Pass Auto Insurance Reform Bill
After more than four decades under the current no-fault system, Michigan is about to see major reform for the first time since the No-Fault Automobile Insurance Law took effect in 1973. Last week, Governor Whitmer signed a bill into law that contains a number of sweeping changes to the No Fault Act. While ...
Updated December 2025
Winter Roof Safety: Prevent Damage from Snow and Ice in 2025
Michigan winters are beautiful—but heavy snow, ice, and fluctuating temperatures can put serious stress on your home or commercial building. In 2025, with climate patterns bringing more intense snow events, it’s more important than ever to prepare your property and reduce the risk of damage from ...
Updated December 2025
What You Should Know Before Home-Sharing
With the rise of the gig economy, home-sharing platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo have become popular ways to earn extra income from your property. While the idea of turning your home—or even a spare room—into a revenue stream is appealing, there are important considerations homeowners need to understand before listing their ...
Updated December 2025
Your Duties After a Loss: What to Do in 2025
When something unexpected happens—a storm, a burst pipe, a vehicle accident, or damage to your business—your insurance is there to help you recover. That’s why individuals, families, and business owners invest in coverage year after year: to protect what matters most and manage life’s biggest risks. Insurance ...
Alpena
514 N Ripley Blvd
Alpena, MI 49707
Local: (989) 356-6133
Hillman
150 State St
Hillman, MI 49746
Local: (989) 742-4574
Traverse City
3183 Logan Valley Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
Local: (231) 947-1164
Iron River
117 W Genesee St, Ste 1
Iron River, MI 49935
Local: (906) 265-5137
Petoskey
1170 Bay View Rd, Ste B
Petoskey, MI 49770
Local: (231) 347-4610
Gaylord
440 W Main St, Ste F
Gaylord, MI 49735-1401
Local: (989) 705-8664
Oscoda
PO Box 39
Oscoda, MI 48750-0039
Local: (989) 739-1461
