Do you understand the different parts of your personal auto or home insurance policy and do you know how to choose the best coverage? Equip yourself with a better understanding at this informative workshop. Attend Reduce Your Insurance Costs, a free workshop that will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Mid Oregon Credit Union, 1386 NE Cushing Drive in Bend. Presenter will be John Gould, of Cascade Insurance, a Mid Oregon Credit Union financial partner. To register for this workshop, call (541) 382-1795, or email us at beheard@midoregon.com. Refreshments will be served.

At this workshop, we will discuss the types of coverage that insurance companies offer and talk about possible insurance needs. Additionally, we will look at what affects the price of personal auto or home insurance, how to bring the costs down and how to understand the components of your policy. This includes how rates are determined and what you can do to affect those rates. There are many factors that go into determining your insurance rates and not all have to do with your driving record or loss history.

Understanding the simple basics of insurance will make you confident that the insurance policy you choose will take care of your needs and possibly save you some money!

John joined Cascade Insurance Center in 2011. He brings over 20 years of insurance experience in Central Oregon to the agency. John is a native of Bend, and has witnessed the rapid growth. He is a graduate of the University of Oregon’s business school. Prior to returning to the insurance business, he owned and operated a sports equipment store here in Bend.

John is a property and casualty agent, working with local businesses, as well as personal lines of insurance, such as home and auto. He enjoys helping his clients and prospects find insurance solutions that fit their needs.