In this episode, host William Grant sits down with Joey Olson and Zak Edmonds of Country Financial to talk about one of the most important — and misunderstood — parts of homeownership: insurance. The conversation dives into how rising costs, storm damage, and inflation are reshaping premiums across Illinois, and why trusted, local relationships still matter more than ever.Listeners will learn how to properly insure solar systems, what’s driving rate increases, how deductibles really work, and why both industries — solar and insurance — are rooted in education, transparency, and community.Highlights:Why premiums and payouts are rising nationwideHow local agents protect homeowners from being “nickel-and-dimed”The right way to insure solar and roofing systems after hail or storm damageThe importance of reviewing policies every 3–5 yearsHow Sun Collectors and Country Financial share a “local first” philosophyCommunity connection: Peoria families, farms, and small businesses helping each other thrive👉 Subscribe for more local solar stories & energy insights: youtube.com/@suncollectors #SunCollectors #SolarPowerHour #GoSolarConnect with our guests:Joey Olson: agents.countryfinancial.com/usa/il/peoria/joey-olsonFacebook: facebook.com/JoeyOlsonCOUNTRYLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joey-olson-a7646756The Solar Power Hour Podcast is produced by Sun Collectors, a veteran-owned solar company based in Peoria, Illinois, helping local families, farms, and businesses achieve energy independence through education and community engagement.

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