Last Minute Valentines Day Gift and Date Ideas for San Antonio Couples

FBMAccess February 11, 2020

Last Minute Valentines Day Gift and Date Ideas for San Antonio Couples We know your brain is still recovering from the holiday season, with remnants of tinsel still lingering in your home and offices. But, y’all, it’s February! Which means it’s the month of l-o-v-e. Our guess is that you’ve been as busy as we are, not realizing that Valentine’s Day is literally THIS WEEK. But have no fear – we’ve got you covered with some great last-minute ideas for

It’s National Umbrella Day

FBMAccess February 10, 2020

Monday, February 10th is National Umbrella Day, and we’re celebrating by talking about Umbrella Insurance Coverage. Lucky for you, umbrella insurance comes in two main types from SOGO – commercial and personal – so we’ve got you covered no matter what you’re up to this year. We all know what umbrellas do – they are kind of our all-inclusive fix for staying dry in the midst of a storm. That’s exactly what umbrella insurance does – it covers up all

Groundhog Day Revisited: Philanthropy in San Antonio

FBMAccess February 7, 2020

We’ve all seen the 1993 Bill Murray classic Groundhog Day (and if you haven’t – stop what you’re doing and go watch it before returning). In case there are any newbies, we won’t spoil anything too major, but the general premise is that Bill Murray’s character gets a little tired of the everyday monotony. In the movie, Groundhog Day is approaching, and as a tired weatherman, he dreads covering a “silly” holiday like Groundhog day. Well, life decides to teach him a

Cyber Liability Insurance and Your Business

FBMAccess February 5, 2020

These days, one of the most common and popular types of corporate litigation has been lawsuits springing from cybersecurity-related issues. Data breaches have become a primary risk for hundreds of thousands of businesses, including some of the biggest and most successful household-name companies. In 2019 alone, companies such as Facebook, Capital One, Canva, Quest Diagnostics, and DoorDash all suffered from cyber-attacks, costing them millions of dollars in damages. If large companies with cybersecurity walls that tall are suffering, then it’s

Ways San Antonio Manufacturers can grow in 2020

FBMAccess February 3, 2020

According to the San Antonio Manufacturers Association, our city primarily makes four categories of products: transportation, equipment & metal products, materials & electricity, and diversified products. With such a variety of industries right in our own backyard, it’s important to ensure your business has the correct coverage. Most standard business insurance policies may not actually cover all of your business’s needs, specifically if you’re making and distributing products, which makes up a huge percentage of our city’s economy. Business Insurance Needs If

Tax Return Season Calls for Home Improvements and Contractor Insurance

FBMAccess January 28, 2020

Tax season is upon us, meaning several different things for different people. For some, an annual tax return means finally booking a contractor to complete a long-awaited home improvement project. For business owners, specifically contractors, this time of year can bring growth and hire to aide with the rush of new clients. Everyone’s a winner! Hiring an influx of contractors is the easy part. Getting your insurance properly aligned can seem like quite the task, but SOGO is here to help

Clean up your desk, and your insurance game

FBMAccess January 20, 2020

January 13th was marked National Clean Off Your Desk Day, giving everyone a chance to prepare for the new year with a fresh start and a clean slate. While tidying our work and home office spaces, we thought it would also be a good idea to get your insurance game organized too. We know sitting down and making big life decisions can be tempting to put on the back burner, but we pride ourselves in having the most qualified agents

5 Healthy Places to eat For a Healthy Start in San Antonio

FBMAccess January 6, 2020

Maybe you didn’t go crazy enough to sign up for a full marathon, but January is the time of year when many San Antonians are making strides to be healthier in the coming year. Sadly, coming in at number 19, San Antonio has once again landed a spot on the infamous list of Fattest Cities in the Nation, and while we’re proud of ourselves and our culture, it definitely wouldn’t hurt to make a few critical changes in 2020 by

Ring in 2020 Safely and Joyfully in San Antonio!

FBMAccess December 30, 2019

It’s almost time for the new year, which means it’s almost time for tamales, champagne, and partying with friends and family! We are totally down with ringing in the new year in the most fun way possible, but we’re also bringing you some safe (and fun!) ways to welcome 2020 without having to visit the emergency room. Plan a Calm and Thoughtful Night If you’ve already sat down and figured out your New Year’s resolutions, you probably didn’t put “spend

Our FAVORITE Holiday recipes you need to try this Christmas!

FBMAccess December 23, 2019

Mmmmmm, can you smell that? It’s the official smell of San Antonio holidays. It’s fresh tamales, your mom’s famous spinach dip, and your uncle’s out-of-this-world smoked brisket all coming together at the family holiday event, and you’re about to be stuffed to the max. This is a welcome feeling, though. You’ve been waiting for this moment for 364 days. Recipes can be handed down from generation to generation. They are sometimes handwritten in scribbly cursive, or maybe typed to perfection

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