Joe Stretch State Farm

Interesting article that affects so much of our economy... "...Futures contracts in lumber now hover around $1,000 per thousand feet of board, nearly four times their April 2020 prices." #KnowYourAgent https://qz.com/1985276/america-is-running-short-of-wood/

See how State Farm will return a $400 million dividend to mutual auto customers in California due to better-than-anticipated claims results in 2020. https://newsroom.statefarm.com/state-farm-returning-400-mi/

Today's the day to appreciate or be appreciated! #KnowYourAgent https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-employee-apprecia/

If you've got young kids, you may already be thinking about future costs, like college. One tip I wanted to share: once they're done with child care, consider dedicating those child care costs to education savings.

If you need State Farm today, please be patient.... Recent ice storms at our corporate headquarters in Bloomington, ILhave knocked out all online and phone access across the country. We are closed for Presidents Day, but message me if your concern is urgent and you need to talk. #KnowYourAgent

Happy birthday to our newest Team Member, Eden!...So happy to have you on staff!

Office selfie!...Because it's Friday and the sun is finally out! #KnowYourAgent

We have many clients off River Rd...If you are our client and have been effected by this, please reach out to our office. (831) 783-1501. #KnowYourAgent https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com//atmospheric-river-stor/

For our clients that have been evacuated due to debris flow concerns...if you have questions or concerns, please reach out to us! #KnowYourAgent

Shopping for practicality?...These 2 cars should be at the top of the list. #KnowYourAgent https://www.motortrend.com//2021-toyota-corolla-2021-hond/

#MLKDay #KnowYourAgent

I'm big on having conversations about disability insurance because it can give you real financial comfort when you need it most. Call me anytime to learn more and discuss your needs.

After one of our clients went through an unfortunate life circumstance, We put this reminder up on our lobby wall for the benefit of others...it's brash, but it's a important. Please reach out to us if we can help you, or anyone you know, set up a plan to protect your income for everyone in your life that counts on it... #KnowYourAgent

Regardless of what you do for Halloween, be careful out there! #KnowYourAgent https://www.forbes.com/advi/car-insurance/halloween-claims/

Dropped off our new office car to get the front windows tinted before we wrap it...got the breast cancer awareness loaner car. Nice touch, Grease Monkeys! #KnowYourAgent

I happen to agree with Investopedia...If you own a small business, give us a call. We specialize in great relationships! #KnowYourAgent https://www.investopedia.com/best-small-business-insurance-

I would think there was a less painful way to scam your insurance company? #KnowYourAgent https://www.claimspages.com//man-broke-his-teeth-with-plie

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month!...Reach out if we can help answer any questions. #KnowYourAgent https://lifehappens.org//10-ways-to-make-affordable-life-/

Moratorium Update: We are again able to write policies in the fire affected areas. This includes zip codes 93908, 95066, 95018, 95005, 95007 and 95005. If you or someone you know needs help, or if you were being previously dropped by your insurance company, please feel free to reach out to my office.... #KnowYourAgent

My office is still researching this topic for the benefit of our clients, but here is some preliminary info for debris cleanup for those that suffered damage from the fires. #KnowYourAgent http://scceh.com//CZULightningComplexFi/DebrisRemoval.aspx

Update on State Farm claim handlers in Santa Cruz: Due to impacted temporary housing and not wanting to add to the problem, the State Farm Catastrophe Team will continue to service clients remotely. They will not be here in person as was originally anticipated. If you have an open claim in process, please continue to communicate with your assigned claim handler. As your agent, we are ALWAYS available to you as well. ... With the re-population of the Valley underway, it brings great hope to the situation, but there are still many families in and around the Boulder Creek area that are still displaced. Not to mention the tremendous amount of work that lies ahead in multiple facets. Our thoughts are constantly with our clients and those whom are working through a difficult situation. Please reach out to us if there is anything we might be able to help with. #KnowYourAgent

As we look on the horizon this may helpful... #KnowYourAgent https://rainbowintl.com//how-to-clean-a-smoke-damaged-hous

This morning's update..21% containment is progress! #KnowYourAgent #czulightningcomplexfire https://www.ksbw.com//czu-lightning-complex-aug-2/33820234

SLV residents, you can pick up mail at the Watsonville post office. 225 Main St. All Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Ben Lomond and Felton mail is being forwarded there. The Post Master I spoke to said to "be patient" as they are sorting mail by hand... #KnowYourAgent

CalFire update on fire in SC Mountains... #czulightningcomplex #KnowyourAgent https://youtu.be/Hu2EaUdPnmI

Looks like possible good news for some folks in the #RiverFire and #CarmelFire... https://montereyco.maps.arcgis.com/ap/MapSeries/index.html #KnowYourAgent