INSURANCE BLOG

Snowbirds & Auto Insurance: Where Is Your Vehicle Principally Garaged?

As we near the end of “snowbird” season, our team has been having important conversations with clients who split time between Michigan and warmer states like Florida. — Recently, we had a client who returned home to Michigan for the summer but decided to leave their Michigan-registered vehicle in…

Rathbun Insurance Teaches Risk Management at Lansing SEED Academy

At Rathbun Insurance, we believe being there matters most — especially when it comes to supporting the future of development in our region. — Recently, our CEO, Ben Rathbun, and Producer Marcy Rzepka had the best time teaching a class at the SEED Academy Emerging Developer Training Program hosted…

Another Week of $70 for 70: Supporting Ele's Place Through Denise Ordiway

At Rathbun Insurance, our $70 for 70 Campaign continues to celebrate the people who make our agency what it is — by supporting the causes that matter most to them. — This week, we are proud to lift up our Account Manager, Denise Ordiway, and the organization she chose: Ele’s Place. — Denise shared:…

Renters Insurance Refresher

Renters Insurance Refresher — Inventory your belongings: Take pictures or videos of your belongings (like furniture, clothes, recreational toys, electronics and jewelry). — Copy receipts, and serial and model numbers. — Store your inventory on the cloud so you can access it after a disaster. — Ask…

Have a Golf Cart? Make Sure It's Insured

Do you drive your golf cart to the neighborhood store, a friend’s house, your child’s school or anywhere other than a golf course? If you answered yes, you need insurance for your golf cart. — Some states and homeowners associations require you to carry golf cart insurance. But even if golf cart…

Rathbun Insurance President Volunteers at Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo

At Rathbun Insurance, our vision has always been simple: Being There Matters Most. That commitment extends beyond the policies we write and into the community we proudly serve. — Earlier this month, Rathbun Insurance President Laura Stoken had the privilege of volunteering at the Mid-Michigan Women…

Rathbun Insurance Proud to Sponsor The Changemakers Center at Lansing Community College

At Rathbun Insurance, our vision is simple: Being There Matters Most. That’s why we are proud to sponsor the new Changemakers Center at Lansing Community College — a powerful new space dedicated to honoring the individuals who shaped Lansing into the vibrant community we know and love today. — On…

Investing in Education During Insurance Careers Month

During Insurance Careers Month, we were proud to support three members of our team in continuing their professional education at the 2026 Big I Michigan Convention & Trade Show: Built to Last. — Cheryl Grimes and Paige Miller, Commercial Account Executives, along with Kim Evans, Account Manager,…

An Incredible Partnership with Wilson Talent Center During Insurance Careers Month

During Insurance Careers Month, Rathbun Insurance was once again honored to partner with the Business and Risk Management Program at Wilson Talent Center for what can only be described as an incredible success. — This year, we brought together 24 high school students enrolled in the Business and…

Rathbun Insurance Proudly Sponsors Waverly Robotics Family Night

Rathbun Insurance staff had a wonderful time at the Waverly Robotics Parents Night Out. We were truly honored to serve as the presenting sponsor and to share a few remarks with students, families, mentors, and staff. — During Insurance Careers Month, this event was yet another meaningful way we aim…