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Honest, local insurance writing from the team at OnPoint. No fluff, no sales pitches — just what we tell our own friends and family in Washington and Iron counties.

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Auto· Washington

Hail Season in Washington County: What Your Auto Policy Actually Covers

Summer hail in St. George, Washington, and Hurricane regularly totals vehicles. Here's exactly how comprehensive coverage responds — and how to file a claim.

August 12, 2025 5 min
Home· Hurricane

Insuring a Short-Term Rental in Hurricane, La Verkin, or Springdale

Standard homeowners policies exclude Airbnb and VRBO income. Here's the right coverage for short-term rental hosts near Zion National Park.

September 9, 2025 7 min
Home· Ivins

Wildfire & Brush Risk: Home Insurance Lessons from Pine Valley and Veyo

Wildfire exposure is reshaping homeowners insurance in Southern Utah. Here's what carriers are doing — and how to stay insurable.

October 7, 2025 6 min
Life· St. George

Term vs. Whole Life for Southern Utah Families: A No-Nonsense Comparison

When term life makes sense, when whole life or IUL is the right tool, and how to pick the right amount of coverage for a St. George family.

November 4, 2025 7 min
Health· St. George

ACA Subsidies in 2026: What Self-Employed St. George Residents Need to Know

The expanded ACA subsidies are still in place in 2026. Here's how the Utah marketplace works for 1099 income earners in Washington County.

December 2, 2025 6 min
Medicare· Cedar City

Turning 65 in Cedar City: Your Medicare Roadmap

A plain-English Medicare timeline for Iron County residents, including IEP deadlines, Part D, and choosing between Medigap and Medicare Advantage.

January 13, 2026 7 min
Contractors· Washington

Contractor Insurance Checklist for Washington County Builders

General liability, workers' comp, tools, and commercial auto — what every Southern Utah contractor needs to bid jobs and pass GC pre-quals.

February 10, 2026 6 min
RV· Mesquite

RV Insurance for Snowbirds Wintering in Mesquite & St. George

Class A, Class C, fifth wheel, and travel trailer coverage for Southern Utah snowbirds — including full-timer policies and contents coverage.

March 10, 2026 5 min
Motorcycle· Hurricane

Motorcycle Coverage for Zion-to-Bryce Riders

If you ride Highway 9, Highway 89, or the Cedar Breaks loop, here's the motorcycle policy structure that actually protects you in Southern Utah.

May 12, 2026 5 min
Boat· Hurricane

Boat Insurance for Sand Hollow, Quail Creek & Lake Powell Owners

Wakeboats, pontoons, and ski boats on Sand Hollow, Quail Creek, and Lake Powell need more than a basic policy. Here's what coverage actually protects you.

August 26, 2025 6 min
Powersports· Hurricane

UTV & Side-by-Side Insurance at Sand Hollow and Sand Mountain

RZRs, Mavericks, and Talons at Sand Hollow and Sand Mountain need real insurance — not just a homeowners endorsement. Here's the right structure.

October 21, 2025 5 min
Pet· St. George

Is Pet Insurance Worth It in Southern Utah? An Honest Breakdown

St. George vet costs are climbing fast. Here's when pet insurance pays off, what to look for in a policy, and which exclusions to watch for.

November 18, 2025 6 min
Dental· St. George

Dental Insurance vs. Discount Plans in St. George: Which Wins?

Traditional dental insurance, discount plans, and HSA-funded care all compete in Southern Utah. Here's how to pick the right one for your family.

January 27, 2026 5 min
Auto· St. George

Snowbird Auto Insurance: Splitting Time Between St. George and Up North

If you live in St. George 4–7 months a year and somewhere else the rest, auto insurance gets tricky fast. Here's how to do it right.

April 7, 2026 6 min
Home· Cedar City

Cedar City Landlords: What SUU Rental Property Insurance Should Look Like

Renting to SUU students or long-term tenants in Cedar City? Here's the right DP-3 landlord policy structure and the riders most owners miss.

May 19, 2026 6 min
Auto· St. George

Bundling Auto & Home Insurance in St. George: Real Savings, Real Trade-offs

Bundling auto and home with one carrier in Southern Utah typically saves 10–25%. Here's when it's the right move — and when it isn't.

September 23, 2025 6 min
Auto· St. George

Adding a Teen Driver to Your Policy in Southern Utah: A Survival Guide

Adding a teen driver in St. George can spike your premium 60–120%. Here's how to add coverage right and which discounts most parents miss.

December 16, 2025 6 min
Home· St. George

Replacement Cost vs. Market Value: The St. George Home Insurance Gap

St. George home values have outpaced rebuild costs. Here's how to insure your home for what it actually costs to rebuild — not what Zillow says.

February 24, 2026 6 min
Home· Washington

Top Home Insurance Claim Mistakes in Southern Utah (And How to Avoid Them)

We've handled hundreds of home claims in Washington and Iron County. Here are the mistakes that cost owners thousands — and how to file the right way.

March 31, 2026 6 min

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