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Founded in Oak Park, Illinois in 1957, Forest Insurance is a second-generation, family-owned independent insurance agency. For more than 60 years, residents of Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park and greater Chicago have turned to Forest Insurance for quality insurance coverage, trusted guidance, and personalized service they know they can count on. From home and auto, to business and commercial, we provide superior insurance products that deliver better value, better outcomes, and greater peace of mind. Read More
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Cash Settlement for Home Claims
Posted: June 15, 2021
Cash Settlement for Home Claims Replacement Cost Settlement Most of us don’t have home claims very often—but when we do, the types of coverages we have in place are important. The majority of insurance companies pay claims on a depreciated basis until the loss is repaired or replaced. Assuming 50% depreciation, a home loss of $100,000 after deductible would be paid at $50,000 up front—with...
The Truth About Teen Drivers and Insurance
Posted: May 13, 2021
Illinois teens who took Driver’s Ed last fall will be eligible for their driver’s licenses this spring. Illinois teens who took Driver’s Ed last fall will be eligible for their driver’s licenses this spring. Let’s take a look at what goes into teen car insurance rates. Do teenage drivers increase premiums? In most cases, yes. After all, you’re extending your coverage to another driver—and not...
Water Backup Coverage
Posted: April 23, 2021
Spring showers are coming. Do you have a backup plan? Water damage—resulting from backed up drains or failed pumps—is one of the most common homeowners insurance claims, ranking as the third most costly claim behind fire and liability lawsuits, according to the Insurance Information Institute. What is water backup coverage? A water backup and sump pump overflow endorsement on your homeowners or renters insurance provides...