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Client Spotlight : San Antonio Bunuelo Co

Because SOGO is an independent agency, our priority is you. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our clients that last for years to come. The Beginning The making of these sweet and crispy buñuelos is not just a one-person job, it’s a whole family operation!  Cynthia Rodriguez-Stahl, the creator of San Antonio Buñuelo Co., has many helping hands right in her household. Her husband, mother, daughter, and brother all contribute in their own special ways to help

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Christmas Time Risks And How To Prevent Them

We want you all to have a Holly Jolly Christmas this season, so pardon if we seem like kill joys but the stats don’t lie! According to the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission, over 14,700 of you have to leave the company of your loved ones to rush to the emergency room due to holiday-related accidental injuries. We have compiled a list of common holiday hazards so you can be familiar with the warnings signs to better protect you, your loved

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Insurance Guide to Thanksgiving 101

Thanksgiving Day is a time to celebrate what you are thankful for with friends, family and of course to devour some amazing food! Unfortunately, it can also be a time of fires, slips, falls, or even food poisoning! Nobody would ever want their perfectly planned Thanksgiving to result in disaster, but it does happen and unless you are properly protected by homeowners insurance, Thanksgiving could end up costing much more than the price of a turkey and fixings. All Fried

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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Fire Damage?

Fire insurance is a type of coverage for your home as well as your property around it from damage due to a fire. Most homeowners and renters will be sufficiently protected for fire damage through their normal home insurance, as coverage is included in typical homeowners and renters insurance policies. Some homeowners may find that insurance companies may not offer you coverage or decline to renew your policy, due to a very high risk of fire. Multiple factors can play

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Meet the Team: Mike Keogh

Here at SOGO, we have a very creative and diverse team and we want you to know more about them. So our marketing team has chosen one Wednesday out of each month to highlight one of our team members. We believe in treating everyone like family, so why not get to know the people who are a part of it? Mike Mike graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. This knowledge has helped him mature

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Liquor Liability Insurance Can Protect Your Business

Protecting yourself from claims is an important reason for any business owner to have insurance, but if you are an active vendor selling alcoholic beverages, your liability risks are taken to another level.  Liquor liability insurance provides coverage for bodily injury or property damage caused by an intoxicated person who was served liquor (alcohol) by the policyholder. Why you need it Businesses that need liquor liability coverage often fail to purchase it, often times they are under the impression that a liquor

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Is Travel Insurance Really Needed?

With the holidays quickly approaching, you may have recently booked a flight and hotel for your holiday destination and are busy planning the details to ensure that your trip will be perfect. Traveling is exciting any time of the year, unfortunately, there are risks associated with every trip. To ensure that your trip is as perfect as you imagine, don’t overlook one important task: purchasing travel insurance.  So, when do I need it? International Trips: It’s no secret that international vacations are typically more expensive than

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Wedding Insurance is your “Something New!”

Wedding season is upon us, and although you might not want to think about it, disaster can strike on your special day. From sudden cancellations to your gown getting damaged, wedding insurance can help protect you against unforeseen events. But, what exactly is it and how does it work? Wedding Insurance Here’s the scoop…wedding insurance protects a couple’s investment from events or circumstances that are beyond their control. Here are a couple examples of some unexpected incidents that could have big impacts

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Insurance IS Important For Your Business!

Smart insurance decisions are important for everyone. But, these decisions are even more important when you own a business. Without the correct insurance coverage, many things can seriously undermine and ultimately destroy what you worked so hard to build.  Since there are many possible outcomes to any situation, there are different types of business insurance to choose from and can be customized to meet your needs! 7 Types of Insurance Commercial General Liability: This type of policy covers many important aspects of

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Meet The Team : Raven

Here at SOGO, we have a very creative and diverse team and we want you to know more about them. So our marketing team has chosen one Wednesday out of each month to highlight one of our team members. We believe in treating everyone like family, so why not get to know the people who are a part of it? Raven You may have already met her or spoken to her on the phone since she is your first point

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