Insurance Insights

It takes money to make money… False. This statement is one of my all time least favorites. It is simply misleading and does not paint a proper picture of what it actually takes to build wealth. It does not empower the reader as it makes them feel as if building wealth is only for the... Read More »

Don’t shoot the messenger… Noone wants to be a “know it all” , nor do most want to work for one. So, why is it that as leaders our first instinct when tackling any objective is to feel the pressure to be just that. We must resist the temptation of being the message, rather than... Read More »

Culture is a verb…   This is a saying we have at Erb and Young that says, “Culture is about doing life together. It is always in flux. It has a life of it’s own and it’s always moving.”   This is a short video clip of a recent Culture Event we had. It was... Read More »

Christopher Delbridge has become a rising star within the Erb and Young walls. With an unrelenting desire for personal growth, a passion for work culture connection, and a unique ability to push himself past what’s comfortable, Chris has become an example for his teammates and the community he serves. Chris’ Erb and Young career started... Read More »

Born and raised in California, Emily Armstrong is the Director of Sales and Operations at the Home To Sell Team at Keller Williams.  With a strong family background in Real Estate, she brings leadership and knowledge to the profession here in Orlando. In this interview, Taylor Young, the VP of Personal Lines here at Erb... Read More »

Ruthann Blom is the Operations Manager here at Erb + Young.  Born and raised in Flint, Michigan, during a time when General Motors (GM) was making a positive impact on the area, Ruthann dreamt of attending MSU to become a teacher. Education came easy to Ruthann, something she attributes to the genes of her father. ... Read More »

Taylor Young, the VP of Personal Lines here at Erb and Young Insurance, sat down with Justin Core of Core Group Real Estate to talk about his agency’s unique approach to working with clients and their team – from what’s currently going on in real estate, to their efficiency and growth, Taylor uncovers some of... Read More »

Eric Atsma is a Small Business Specialist here at Erb + Young.  After spending most of his life focused on golf, he made a move into the insurance industry.  Using the skills he learned in golf and entrepreneurship, he quickly rose to the top to become a top performer here at the company.  This past... Read More »

Meet Emer Elbo He’s been a Chef, a Restaurant Manager, a Massage Therapist and he’s also run a business selling military-grade kitchen equipment to the US Navy.  He is now a highly regarded Senior Agent for Personal Lines here at Erb + Young.   Growing up in Orlando, Emer graduated high school and left to pursue... Read More »

 Planning for uncertainty.    Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face. Written by: Brett Young Article is also available on LinkedIn. Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the face. Goal setting is easy when we look at the path of achievement as a perfect path to get what... Read More »

In May of 2018, our company had the opportunity to expand into the Melbourne market with the acquisition of another agency.  Whenever something like this happens, there’s a lot of unforeseen circumstances; two company’s in the same industry with two different cultures and two different ways of doing things. The foundation of everything we do... Read More »

The Chip on your shoulder that drives work ethic has become the overwhelmingly most valuable asset for any professional looking to excel in 2020. It has never been easier to achieve in business due to the great equalizer called, the internet. Read More »

1. Increase Your Home Value 2. Low Maintenance 3. 30% Federal Tax Credit will continue into next year. 4. Better for the Environment by Lowering your personal Carbon Footprint. Your fuel (sunlight) will never run out and produces no emissions (unlike natural gas and coal). “A typical residential solar panel system will eliminate three to... Read More »

Check out this interview by The Orlando Life with our president & CEO Brett Young, discussing the importance of personal development and how that impacts the company culture of Erb and Young. Read More »

Do you have your Hurricane Preparedness Plan in Place? According to the Orlando Sentinel, “one out of every 150 houses, business and other properties in Orange County suffered damage from Hurricane Irma.” Hopefully, we will not be hit by another Irma-like Hurricane this season. So as we hope for the best, it is also time to be realistic by taking action NOW to make sure that you, your business and employees are well prepared.  Read More »

Hurricane season brings a greater possibility of flooding for those in the higher risk Flood Zones in Florida. All eyes were on Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and then Irma caused more damage in 2017. We always want to hope for the best, yet prepare for the worst. Read More »

The Sharing Economy is booming and so is the need for insurance as an Airbnb host! With a smartphone in hand, people everywhere can UBER, get a LIFT, and book a place to stay online through an Airbnb app. Thanks to advancements in information technology, mobile technology and social media these opportunities are taking the idea... Read More »

At Erb an Young Insurance, we focus on getting you the right insurance coverage that fits your current needs and budget. We offer you our dedicated personal attention, earned expertise and all the convenience of technology to provide you with the affordable protection that you want. Gain the peace of mind that you have the right coverage... Read More »

It’s true that adding Solar panels to more homes and businesses is a great way to reduce our dependency on fossil fuels. Another benefit is that it is a great long-term investment to reduce the future energy bills of homeowners and business owners. With those key benefits in mind, it is important to also know... Read More »

Here is some information on the Equifax Data Breach and how Erb and Young Insurance can be of service to you. Based on the magnitude of the Equifax data breach, over 140 Million identities compromised, unfortunately you or a loved one will most likely be impacted. That is the bad news, the silver lining is... Read More »

Here is some important information on Filing Homeowners Insurance Claims: TO OUR CLIENTS IMPACTED BY HURRICANE IRMA: We are here for you. To report a claim, please find your Insurance carrier on the list below and contact them directly to start the claims process. They will help you through the entire claims process. Click here for... Read More »

Here is some important information on Filing Business Insurance Claims: TO OUR CLIENTS IMPACTED BY HURRICANE IRMA: We are here for you. To report a claim, please find your Insurance carrier on the list below and contact them directly to start the claims process. They will help you through the entire claims process. Business Damaged... Read More »

We are well into the 2017 Hurricane season. At this time, Hurricane Irma continues to make it’s way closer to Florida. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you, your business and employees are well prepared. Also, keep well informed and in communication with your employees during the hurricane. “We cannot stop natural disasters... Read More »