INSURANCE BLOG

At Rathbun Insurance, we believe in ensuring that everyone in our community has access to essential services, including auto insurance. Navigating the system can be challenging, especially for undocumented individuals or those with an international driver’s license. To help, we’ve put together a…

At Rathbun Insurance, we believe in providing the entire community with access to reliable information on insurance. A key part of our mission is to serve populations who may face barriers in accessing the resources they need, including Michigan’s undocumented population. One of the most frequently…

Driving in Michigan as an international driver requires understanding the rules and regulations around auto insurance. Whether you're a student, temporary worker, or visiting for an extended stay, getting properly insured is essential. At Rathbun Insurance, we’re here to help international drivers…

We are thrilled to share that our CEO, Ben Rathbun, recently participated in the Mayor's Inaugural Lansing SAVE Golf Classic! This unforgettable event aimed to reach the ambitious 2024 programming goals for Lansing SAVE, an initiative designed to provide all students in the Lansing School District…

Driving in Michigan as an international driver requires understanding the rules and regulations around auto insurance. Whether you're a student, temporary worker, or visiting for an extended stay, getting properly insured is essential. At Rathbun Insurance, we’re here to help international drivers…

Yesterday, the Rathbun Insurance team had the privilege of stepping out of the office for a special tour of one of Michigan State University’s most remarkable assets: the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). Located right here in East Lansing, the FRIB is an extraordinary scientific facility,…

Rathbun Insurance Chief Operating Officer, Laura Stoken, and Vice President of Finance, Ashley McClure, are attending the Applied Net 2024 conference in Nashville, Tennessee. This annual event is a significant gathering for the entire Applied community, including users of Applied, EZLynx, Tarmika,…

When purchasing a home, one of the most common questions I hear from homeowners is: "Why is my insurance coverage lower than the purchase price?" This usually happens when the price of the home is significantly influenced by the value of the land. Let’s break this down and clarify why insurance…

Having a current and properly executed will is an important part of estate planning. That having been said, wills need to go through the probate process, which can be time-consuming. — But assets with named beneficiaries are generally exempt from probate proceedings. That’s part of the appeal:…

We’re excited to share that Rathbun Insurance had a blast at the National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) Summer Networking Event, hosted at Delta Dental. Our very own Darren Bardell, a NAAIA Board Member, and Kenwon Simpson, an Account Manager and member of the Insuring MI Future…