TUE | JUL 01, 2025

When the sun comes out, so do the summer toys—boats, jet skis, RVs, golf carts, ATVs, and everything in between. But before you hit the water, the campground, or the trail, it’s worth asking: Is your summer fun actually covered?

THU | JUN 05, 2025

As we move further into 2025, shifting customer expectations, climate realities, and cutting-edge technologies are reshaping how insurers operate and how coverage is delivered.

WED | MAR 05, 2025

Not sure if you have the right policies in your bracket? Sea Mountain Insurance is here to help you build a winning insurance game plan. Contact us today!

MON | JAN 20, 2025

From climate-related risks to fluctuations in home valuations, staying informed can help you make better decisions about your coverage.

WED | JAN 08, 2025

Whether you’re juggling home, auto, renters, or other types of insurance, combining them with a single provider can offer significant advantages.

MON | NOV 25, 2024

From the kitchen to the road, and even to the germs that come with gathering, here’s how you can keep your celebration joyful and accident-free.

FRI | NOV 08, 2024

Owning a waterfront home in the Pacific Northwest brings unparalleled natural beauty, from stunning ocean views to lush coastal forests. However, it also comes with unique risks, including heavy winter storms, landslides, and erosion.

MON | SEP 09, 2024

If you’ve noticed your auto or homeowners insurance premiums creeping up recently, you’re not alone. Many policyholders across the country are experiencing rate increases, leaving them wondering what’s causing the change.

MON | AUG 05, 2024

Whether you're planning a road trip, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply relaxing at home, it's important to stay safe. Here are some specific tips to help you enjoy the holiday weekend while keeping you and your loved ones protected.

TUE | JUL 09, 2024

Here are some practical tips to maintain your HVAC, plumbing, and roofing during the hottest months, along with relevant insurance considerations to keep in mind.

MON | MAY 20, 2024

Before you embark on your summer escapades, ensuring that your recreational vehicles are properly insured is crucial for your peace of mind and safety.

MON | MAY 06, 2024

As Seattle homeowners prepare for the Pacific Northwest summer storms, it's essential to take proactive steps to protect their homes and families from storm-related damage.

WED | APR 10, 2024

Insurance Considerations and Tips

WED | DEC 13, 2023

We'll explore the significance of flood insurance in Washington and how it can be the saving grace during unforeseen storms.

MON | OCT 23, 2023

Whether you've recently purchased your first home, or you've lived in your current property for years, it's important to understand the importance of having a comprehensive homeowners insurance policy in place.

MON | SEP 18, 2023

Smart home technology has become increasingly prevalent, with homeowners embracing devices like smart thermostats, security cameras, doorbell cameras, smoke detectors, and more.

MON | AUG 14, 2023

Exercise has many incredible benefits for the body, including improved sleep, increased energy, and mood stabilization.

WED | AUG 09, 2023

Wildfires in the U.S. annually consume millions of acres, wreaking havoc on farms, ranches, and livestock.

TUE | AUG 01, 2023

When the beautiful summer months in the Pacific Northwest emerge, most people love pursuing outdoor activities, including hiking, sunbathing, and water sports.

THU | JUL 06, 2023

Screens have become our lifeline these days, from keeping track of our daily appointments to informing us of the weather to sharing the news.

THU | JUN 15, 2023

Summer in the Pacific Northwest means it’s time to bring the kitchen outdoors.

MON | MAY 22, 2023

Some of the most memorable moments for families can be while on vacation. To help cultivate these joyful memories, it’s important to balance the hopes, abilities, and goals of people across generations.

TUE | MAY 09, 2023

If you’re a homeowner, you’re likely responsible for what’s called a side sewer, or a sewer line that runs underneath your home and connects to the main public sewer.

MON | APR 24, 2023

Accidents can be a stressful and unexpected experience, but with SMI's accident checklist, you can rest easy knowing that we are here for you.

WED | APR 05, 2023

As the weather changes, your skin does, too. That’s something many of us casually observe, as our skin becomes flaky, dry, or more irritable in the fall and winter months and more oily in the summer.

WED | MAR 22, 2023

Safety features as low-tech as seat belts and as high-tech as automated driving systems have been helping to save lives on the road.

MON | FEB 20, 2023

One of the benefits of living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest is that hiking any time of year is a way to escape into the lush green forests.

MON | FEB 06, 2023

The winter months often mean an increase in home lighting, heating, and a general sense of wanting to feel as cozy as possible amidst gray skies.

WED | DEC 21, 2022

This year, consider a resolution that is for your community, rather than just yourself.

THU | DEC 01, 2022

Like any guest, babies are an important visitor that you want to be prepared for when welcoming them into your home.

WED | NOV 16, 2022

As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, it’s easy to think of many things to be grateful for: the spread of food before us, our health amidst a pandemic, and the people we have in our lives.

THU | NOV 03, 2022

Memory requires work and engagement. Here’s how to strengthen yours.

WED | OCT 19, 2022

Buying a car can be stressful, and now there are more choices than ever amongst gasoline-powered vehicles, hybrid models, and electric cars.

WED | SEP 28, 2022

The more you practice better listening techniques, the more you can create deeper, healthier, and more satisfying relationships.

WED | SEP 07, 2022

Delicious and healthy meals can be made with ease, thanks to the help of some flavor-packed ingredients that will tie your whole meal together.

WED | AUG 24, 2022

Washington ranks first in the United States in 11 commodities that it produces, including apples, sweet cherries, pears, hops and red raspberries.

WED | AUG 10, 2022

The summer months in the western region of Washington state can be some of the most beautiful of the year, with clear skies and mid-70 degree days.

FRI | JUL 22, 2022

Hitting the road by yourself, with friends, or with family can be feasible for everyone’s budget and schedule. They also don’t have to tax the mileage on your car!

FRI | JUL 08, 2022

There are a huge range of healthy and creative beverages you can drink in the summer months that also cater to whatever you have in the fridge.

WED | JUN 29, 2022

When it comes to practicing your own wellness through exercise, eating healthy, and achieving your life goals, it makes sense that friends can help.

WED | JUN 15, 2022

One of the most physically painful occurrences for many Americans are migraines and severe headaches.

TUE | MAY 31, 2022

In Washington state, 30 percent of crash fatalities are due to distracted driving, according to Washington’s Traffic Safety Commission.

THU | APR 21, 2022

It’s time to enjoy the emerging springtime nature on one of Washington’s many trails.

FRI | APR 01, 2022

There are many reasons why you should wear one whether you’re on a bike, motorcycle, skateboard or ATV.

FRI | MAR 18, 2022

Many empty-nesters often feel like they need to make sure that they have enough insurance coverage in case something goes wrong. But what type of insurance should one get for their children?

WED | MAR 02, 2022

Science shows that having something to look forward to is important for our health.

WED | FEB 16, 2022

There are ways we can help as a community, especially in the winter months when we may be less likely to venture out for a shopping trip down Main Street.

THU | FEB 03, 2022

Winter weather can be unnerving, given how unpredictable it is. We recommend preparing ahead of time to keep your fears at bay.

THU | JAN 27, 2022

SAD isn’t just feelings of melancholy, Psychiatry Today reports. It can show itself in loss of interest in the things you used to enjoy doing, change in sleep, difficulty concentrating, having less energy, or even heavy, depressive thoughts.

FRI | JAN 21, 2022

January and February days in Washington state may look like some of the least inviting when it comes to traipsing outside.

WED | JAN 12, 2022

In the winter months, energy bills increase as we crank our heaters and keep our lights on longer during the quickly-darkening days.

TUE | DEC 21, 2021

As you’re winding down from the holidays, you probably have a lot of leftovers in your fridge.

FRI | DEC 10, 2021

It’s holiday light season, and many people take a DIY approach to creating winter wonderlands out of their yards.

THU | NOV 18, 2021

When the temperatures drop, it’s hard to convince ourselves that going outside is a good idea.

THU | OCT 28, 2021

Our schedules can build quickly without our notice. That’s often because we care a lot about the people we work with, the company we work for, or want to make the people around us happy.

THU | OCT 21, 2021

Looking for more winter vegetables, or perhaps considering growing your own? Washington State University keeps a list of winter produce that grows in western Washington.

WED | OCT 13, 2021

When the pandemic started, many workers began working from home and lopping off lengthy commutes from their schedules.

THU | SEP 30, 2021

The last few years have seen an unprecedented rise in wildfires in the western United States.

THU | SEP 16, 2021

As the pandemic housing market booms, many home buyers are entering the market for the first time, and are facing very expensive options.

TUE | SEP 14, 2021

New and used cars are currently going fast in this market, as the pandemic causes a shortage in computer chips.

FRI | AUG 27, 2021

Never has a dog been more of a human’s best friend than during a pandemic.

FRI | AUG 20, 2021

Many people find it challenging to have conversations and relationships with people they disagree with.

FRI | AUG 13, 2021

If you haven’t kept in touch with all of your friends during the pandemic, you’re not the only one.

MON | JUL 26, 2021

Research would argue that friendship is actually incredibly important to your health and well-being.

WED | JUL 14, 2021

When you’re on vacation, the last thing on your mind is likely the uncomfortable thought of getting your belongings stolen.

THU | JUL 08, 2021

The Pacific Northwest is home to many animals that love enjoying a tasty snack in the backyard. And no, we’re not just talking about humans.

SAT | JUL 03, 2021

Knowing how to throw your own small backyard gathering with family and friends is an important life skill.

THU | JUL 01, 2021

Whether you’re renting an apartment, condo, or house, you’ll want to make the space feel like your own.

MON | JUN 28, 2021

Fireworks are best enjoyed at a safe distance, and should be handled with expertise and caution.

WED | JUN 09, 2021

It doesn’t take an environmental science degree to help take care of the Earth.

THU | JUN 03, 2021

For many Washingtonians, air pollution from wildfires has only increased in the past few decades.

FRI | MAY 28, 2021

A traditional homeowner’s insurance policy would likely not cover the tremendous damage caused by mudflows, flooding, landslides or mudslides.

MON | MAY 24, 2021

What Are They and How Will They Affect Your Future

WED | MAY 19, 2021

Count yourself lucky if you’ve never had the misfortune of having your vehicle stolen.

WED | MAY 12, 2021

For many people, the past year has been spent building makeshift home offices in bedroom closets, children’s toy rooms, or semi-clean corners of the family junk room.

THU | APR 15, 2021

For some people, the age of retirement is the long-awaited starting point of meaning, a moment when they can cease spending hours working for a company and instead start choosing to spend their days as they like.

TUE | APR 13, 2021

As the warmer months approach, we could all use a backyard summer project. Consider improvements that will both beautify your home and the planet.

WED | APR 07, 2021

We all get that itch to drive a new or newer vehicle. But before you start looking, start your research.

MON | MAR 29, 2021

Action movie lovers can expect to see at least one epic explosion scene where the hero escapes the chaos within an inch of their lives.

MON | MAR 22, 2021

There are so many things to take care of in one day, it can be easy to forget that your body should be at the top of the list.

WED | MAR 17, 2021

We can thank Benjamin Franklin for a lot of good inventions in American history, from libraries to the lightning rod.

TUE | MAR 09, 2021

When insurance companies sign up new members, they’re not just adding new people to their rosters.

THU | FEB 25, 2021

According to usgs.gov, nearly half of the fifty states experience at least one earthquake annually.

THU | FEB 11, 2021

We’ve all heard the refrain…Call before you dig. You might think this is for construction workers or excavators. But it applies to you, too, even if you want to plant flowers in your front yard.

THU | NOV 26, 2020

Running through a winter preparation list now can help you protect yourself, your home, and your property.

TUE | NOV 03, 2020

If you rent property from a private individual or management company, you may think they have all the power as the property owner, but that’s not the case.

WED | JUL 29, 2020

Some of the most important commodities on this planet are our health, love, & happiness.

FRI | MAY 01, 2020

Whatever your water fun preference, make sure you and your loved ones don’t end up as a statistic by following these ten water safety rules.