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Ethos Life · MIM P&C · The Credle Group — MD · DC · VA

Protect What
You Built —
Without Overpaying.

Run a fast coverage gap audit, spot what you're missing, and get a clean plan for your home, auto, life, landlord, and business insurance. No exam. No pressure. No spam.

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6+Coverage Types
3States — MD·DC·VA
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Life InsurancePowered by Ethos
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Home & AutoMIM Insurance Solutions
No Medical ExamLife coverage — apply online
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Licensed InMD · DC · Virginia
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Business CoverageGL · BOP · Workers Comp
Coverage Gap Audit

Find What's Missing
Before a Claim Does.

Most people discover coverage gaps at the worst possible moment — during a claim. Take 3 minutes now and find out where you're exposed.

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Home / Renters
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Do you have an active homeowners or renters policy?
Is your dwelling covered at full replacement cost (not ACV/market value)?
Do you have water backup / sewer coverage added?
Is your personal liability limit $300,000 or higher?
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Auto Insurance
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Do you carry uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage?
Is your bodily injury liability at least $100K/$300K?
Do you have gap insurance if your car is financed/leased?
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Life Insurance
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Do you have a life insurance policy outside of work-sponsored group coverage?
Is your life coverage at least 10× your annual income?
Have you reviewed your beneficiaries in the last 2 years?
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Umbrella / Excess Liability
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Do you have a personal umbrella policy ($1M+ excess liability)?
Do any of these apply to you? (teen drivers, rental property, pool, frequent hosting, high assets)
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Business / Landlord
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Do you own a business, rental property, or do gig/side work?
If yes — do you have commercial/landlord coverage (not personal homeowners)?
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For planning purposes only. Not an insurance quote or policy review. Actual coverage determined by carrier underwriting.

Coverage Products

Every Type.
One Team.

Life insurance through Ethos. Home, auto, business, and landlord coverage through MIM Insurance Solutions. We coordinate both so your entire protection plan works together.

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Term Life Insurance
Most Popular

Affordable coverage for 10, 20, or 30 years. Protects income, mortgage, dependents, and major obligations. Pays a tax-free death benefit. Instant quotes through Ethos — no exam required.

Coverage$50K–$2M+
Terms10, 15, 20, 30 years
Medical ExamNot required (Ethos)
Best ForIncome · Mortgage · Family
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Universal / Whole Life
Lifetime Coverage

Permanent coverage that doesn't expire — with cash value accumulation and flexible premiums. Built for long-term estate planning, legacy, and supplemental retirement strategies.

CoveragePermanent / lifetime
Cash ValueAccumulates over time
PremiumHigher than term
Best ForLegacy · Estate · Retirement
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Mortgage Protection
Homeowner Coverage

Designed specifically to cover your mortgage balance if you pass away or become disabled. Keeps your family in the home — eliminates the single biggest financial burden.

Tied ToMortgage balance
TriggersDeath · Disability · Critical illness
Best ForNew homeowners · Families
PartnerPairs with RE purchase
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Final Expense
End-of-Life Planning

Simple, affordable coverage for funeral and end-of-life costs ($5K–$25K). No medical exam required. Guaranteed issue options available for seniors or those with health conditions.

Coverage$5K–$25K typical
Exam RequiredNo
Age Range50–85 typically
Best ForSeniors · Peace of mind
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Disability Insurance
Income Protection

If injury or illness stops you from working, disability insurance replaces a portion of your income — keeping bills paid while you recover. Most people don't have nearly enough.

Benefit60–70% of income
TypesShort-term · Long-term
Elimination Period30–180 days
Best ForSelf-employed · High earners
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Critical Illness
Lump-Sum Payout

A lump-sum cash benefit triggered by major diagnoses — cancer, heart attack, stroke, or organ failure. Use it for treatment costs, time off work, or whatever you need. No restrictions on use.

Payout TypeLump sum — unrestricted
TriggersCancer · Heart · Stroke +
Coverage$10K–$100K+
Best ForGap coverage · Self-employed
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Homeowners Insurance
Most Essential

Dwelling, personal property, liability, and additional living expenses. We compare carriers to get you proper replacement cost coverage — not just the cheapest policy that leaves you underinsured.

DwellingReplacement cost (not ACV)
Liability$300K+ recommended
Add-OnsWater backup · Valuables
PartnerMIM Insurance Solutions
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Auto Insurance
Compare & Bundle

Liability, collision, comprehensive, uninsured motorist, and medical payments. We run apples-to-apples comparisons at the same coverage levels — so the price difference is real, not a coverage shell game.

Liability$100K/$300K+ recommended
UM/UIMAlways include
Bundle DiscountAuto + Home saves 10–20%
PartnerMIM Insurance Solutions
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Renters Insurance
Under $20/mo

Personal property, liability, and temporary living coverage for renters. One of the most underused protections available — typically costs less than a Netflix subscription and protects everything you own.

Personal PropertyReplacement cost
Liability$100K standard
Cost~$10–$25/mo
Best ForRenters · College students
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Umbrella Policy
Critical for Homeowners

$1M–$5M of excess liability on top of home and auto. Covers lawsuits that exceed base policy limits. If you have assets, teen drivers, rental properties, or a pool — umbrella isn't optional, it's mandatory.

Coverage$1M–$5M excess liability
Cost~$200–$400/yr for $1M
RequiresUnderlying home + auto policy
Best ForAnyone with assets to protect
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Landlord / Rental Property
Correct Policy Required

Using a personal homeowners policy on a rental property is one of the most common and expensive insurance mistakes. Landlord policies are required — covering loss of rent, liability, and tenant damage properly.

CoversDwelling · Liability · Lost rent
Required ForAny non-owner-occupied property
Airbnb / STRSeparate rider may be needed
PartnerMIM Insurance Solutions
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Valuables / Scheduled Items
Often Missed

Standard homeowners policies cap jewelry, electronics, firearms, and collectibles at $1K–$2K. If you own high-value items, a scheduled personal property rider closes that gap completely.

CoversJewelry · Art · Guns · Electronics
Standard Limit$1K–$2K without rider
AddsFull appraised value coverage
Cost~1–2% of item value/yr
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General Liability (GL)
Required for Most Businesses

Covers bodily injury and property damage claims from clients, customers, or third parties. The foundation of any business insurance stack — required for most commercial leases and contracts.

Limits$1M–$2M per occurrence
CoversBodily injury · Property damage
Required ForLeases · Contracts · Vendors
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BOP (Business Owners Policy)
Bundle for Small Biz

Combines general liability + commercial property into one policy at a discounted rate. Best for small-to-mid businesses with a physical location, inventory, or equipment to protect.

IncludesGL + Property bundled
Best ForRetail · Office · Service
Add-onsCyber · Business interruption
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Workers Compensation
Required by Law

Covers medical costs and lost wages for employees injured on the job. Required by law in MD, DC, and VA once you have employees. Non-compliance carries steep fines and personal liability.

RequiredMD, DC, VA — any employee
CoversMedical · Lost wages · Rehab
PenaltySteep fines + personal liability
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Commercial Auto
Business Vehicle Use

Personal auto policies exclude business use. If you use your vehicle for work — deliveries, client visits, transporting equipment — commercial auto closes the coverage gap personal policies leave wide open.

CoversBusiness use accidents
Required WhenAny business vehicle use
ExcludesPersonal policy ≠ business coverage
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Professional Liability (E&O)
Consultants / Advisors

Covers claims that your professional advice, service, or error caused a client financial harm. Essential for consultants, coaches, designers, agents, and any service-based professional.

CoversErrors · Omissions · Negligence
Best ForConsultants · Agents · Tech
Limit$250K–$1M+ typical
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Cyber Liability
Modern Business Risk

Data breaches, ransomware, and client data exposure create legal liability even for small businesses. Cyber liability covers notification costs, legal defense, regulatory fines, and recovery expenses.

CoversBreach · Ransomware · Fines
IncludesLegal defense + notification
Best ForAny business storing client data
Insurance Calculator Suite

Know Your Numbers
Before You Buy.

Five tools to estimate life coverage needs, home rebuild cost, deductible tradeoffs, umbrella need, and premium savings from bundling.

Life Insurance Coverage Calculator
How much coverage does your family actually need? Run the DIME method — Debt, Income, Mortgage, Education — to get a real number, not a guess.
Income Replacement
Debt Coverage
Education Fund
Coverage Gap
Income Replacement Need
Mortgage + All Debts
Education Funding
Final Expenses
Existing Coverage
Additional Coverage Needed
The DIME method gives a comprehensive coverage estimate. Your actual premium depends on age, health, term length, and carrier. Get an instant Ethos quote now →
Home Insurance Coverage Estimator
Estimate your dwelling replacement cost, recommended liability limit, and personal property coverage — so you're not underinsured when it matters most.
Est. Rebuild Cost
Coverage Gap
Recommended Liability
Estimated Rebuild Cost (replacement cost basis)
Current Coverage Amount
Coverage Gap / Surplus
Personal Property Coverage (50% of dwelling)
Recommended Liability Minimum$300,000
Umbrella Policy Recommendation
Recommended Dwelling Coverage
Rebuild cost estimates vary by local material and labor costs. This is a planning estimate — an official replacement cost estimator from your carrier at underwriting is the authoritative number. Get an official home quote via MIM →
Deductible Optimizer
Higher deductibles = lower premiums. But how much can you actually afford out of pocket? This tool shows the real tradeoff — so you choose the deductible that fits your emergency fund, not just the one that sounds good.
DeductibleAnnual PremiumPremium Savings vs $500Break-Even (yrs)5-Yr Net CostVerdict
$500 Baseline
$1,000
$2,500
The right deductible is the highest amount you can comfortably pay in a bad week — without going into debt. If $2,500 would stress your finances, don't take it just for the premium savings. Talk through your deductible strategy →
Umbrella Policy Need Checker
An umbrella policy adds $1M–$5M of excess liability on top of your home and auto. Answer these questions to see if your risk profile warrants it — and how much you likely need.
Risk Score
Recommended Coverage
Est. Annual Cost
Total Assets to Protect
Current Max Liability Coverage
Liability Coverage Gap
Risk Factors Identified
Umbrella Recommendation
A $1M umbrella policy typically costs $200–$400/yr — less than $35/month for $1M of additional protection. It kicks in when your home or auto liability is exhausted. Get a quote through MIM →
Bundle Savings Estimator
Bundling home + auto (and sometimes umbrella) with the same carrier typically saves 10–20%. See your estimated annual savings and compare options.
Current Annual Total
Est. Bundle Savings
Bundled Total
Home Premium
Auto Premium
Umbrella Premium
Estimated Bundle Discount (15% avg)
5-Year Savings if Bundled
Estimated Annual Savings
Bundle discounts vary by carrier (10–25%), location, claims history, and coverage levels. This is a planning estimate. Actual savings confirmed after apples-to-apples carrier comparison. Run a real comparison through MIM →
Life Insurance via Ethos

No Exam. No Blood Test.
Coverage in Minutes.

Ethos is the fastest, most transparent way to get term life insurance in America — and The Credle Group is an authorized agent. Apply online in 10 minutes. Most applicants get a decision instantly.

Instant Online Application

Apply in 10 minutes from your phone or laptop. No in-person appointment, no sales pressure, no waiting room.

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No Medical Exam Required

Ethos uses data-based underwriting to approve most applicants without blood tests or physicals. Decisions in minutes — not weeks.

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Affordable Term Rates

A healthy 30-year-old can get $500K in 20-year term coverage for roughly $20–$30/month. Rates are competitive and transparent — no hidden fees.

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10, 15, 20 & 30-Year Terms

Pick the term that matches your biggest obligations — mortgage, children's dependence, income replacement, or business partnership.

⚡ Instant Quote · No Exam

Get Covered
Today. Seriously.

Most people put off life insurance because they think it's complicated. With Ethos, it's a 10-minute online application. No exam. No waiting. No pressure. Just coverage.

10-minute application — fully online
No medical exam or blood test required
Instant approval decisions for most applicants
Coverage from $50K to $2M+
Terms: 10, 15, 20, and 30 years
Whole life options available for permanent coverage
~$20/mo$500K · 30yr · age 30 (est.)
~$35/mo$1M · 20yr · age 35 (est.)
⚡ Get My Instant Ethos Quote Talk Through Coverage Options First

Rate estimates are illustrative. Actual rates based on age, health, and underwriting. Ethos products not available in all states.

🏠 MIM Insurance Solutions

Home · Auto · Landlord · Business

Property & Casualty coverage through MIM Insurance Solutions — our P&C partner for the DMV. We compare carriers, structure coverage correctly, and make sure you're not discovering gaps during a claim.

🏠 HomeownersReplacement cost · Water backup · Valuables
🚗 AutoFull coverage · UM/UIM · Bundle discount
🏢 RentersPersonal property · Liability · <$20/mo
🏘️ LandlordCorrect policy for investment properties
☂️ Umbrella$1M–$5M excess liability · ~$300/yr
💼 CommercialGL · BOP · Workers Comp · Commercial Auto
🏠 Get a P&C Quote via MIM
Why MIM + TCG

Coverage That
Actually Covers You.

Most insurance mistakes don't show up until a claim. We prevent them by comparing carriers at the same coverage levels, not just the cheapest number.

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Apples-to-Apples Quote Comparison

We compare carriers at identical coverage levels — so a $200 price difference is real savings, not hidden cuts in what's covered.

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Coverage Gap Review

We review your existing policy for common gaps — wrong dwelling amount, no water backup, missing UM/UIM, incorrect landlord policy type — before a claim exposes them.

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Claims Guidance When It Counts

When you have a claim, we're in your corner — helping you understand the process, communicate with the carrier, and document everything correctly to protect your payout.

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Coordinated with Your Real Estate Plan

We time home insurance with mortgage closings, protect rental properties correctly from day one, and connect life coverage to your real estate assets automatically.

Photos + Related Videos

See Protection Through
a More Visual Lens.

This media layer helps visitors connect emotionally to protection, family security, home ownership, driving risk, and business exposure — while giving them helpful video paths to learn fast and convert.

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⬡ Featured Protection Visual
The goal is not just a cheap policy. The goal is keeping everything you built protected.
Use this section to make insurance feel real: protecting a home, preserving family income, preventing liability blowups, and building a clean risk strategy across life, auto, home, landlord, and business.
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Life Insurance

Protect income before it's needed.

Great for reinforcing the Ethos no-exam angle and helping users emotionally connect to income protection, mortgage protection, and family stability.

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Auto + Liability

One accident can outrun weak limits.

Perfect for pushing stronger liability limits, UM/UIM, umbrella coverage, teen-driver conversations, and proper auto structure.

Video Resources

Related Videos
Worth Watching.

Helpful video paths for learning the basics fast, reducing hesitation, and moving visitors toward a quote or strategy call.

Client Stories

Protected Before
They Needed It.

★★★★★

"Got $750K in life insurance through Ethos in literally 12 minutes on my lunch break. No doctor. No blood test. I'd been putting it off for two years — embarrassing how easy it was."

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Kevin M.
Term Life · Silver Spring, MD
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"They found out I had a homeowners policy that would have only paid ACV — not replacement cost — on my roof. The gap was $28,000. Switched carriers before anything happened. That review saved me."

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Tamara P.
Home Insurance · Rockville, MD
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"I was using a regular homeowners policy on my rental — completely wrong policy type. One claim and I could have been denied. Carlos caught it, switched me to landlord coverage same week. Didn't cost more either."

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Derrick L.
Landlord Policy · PG County, MD
FAQ

Insurance Questions —
Straight Answers.

How much life insurance do I actually need?
Use the DIME method: Debt (all debts including mortgage) + Income replacement (10× annual income) + Mortgage (if not in debt calc) + Education (kids' college funding). Subtract existing coverage. The Life Coverage calculator above runs this in 60 seconds. Rule of thumb: most working adults with dependents need $500K minimum.
What is replacement cost vs. actual cash value?
Replacement cost pays what it costs to rebuild or replace your property at today's prices — no depreciation deducted. Actual cash value (ACV) deducts depreciation, meaning a 15-year-old roof gets paid at 15-year-old roof value. Always insure dwelling at replacement cost. The gap can be tens of thousands of dollars at claim time.
Do I need an umbrella policy?
If you have assets above $300K, teen drivers, a rental property, a pool or trampoline, or frequently host guests — yes. A lawsuit from a serious car accident or injury on your property can easily exceed standard liability limits ($300K). An umbrella adds $1M of coverage for roughly $250–$400/year. Use the Umbrella Need calculator above.
What deductible should I choose?
The right deductible is the highest amount you can pay tomorrow without going into debt or stress. If you have a $5K emergency fund, a $2,500 deductible is probably fine. If your reserve is $1,000, a $500–$1,000 deductible protects you from a bad month. Run the Deductible Optimizer calculator for your specific premium tradeoff.
Do I need landlord insurance even if my tenant has renters insurance?
Yes — always. Renters insurance protects the tenant's personal property. Landlord insurance protects the structure, your liability as the property owner, and your lost rental income. They're completely different policies. Using a personal homeowners policy on a non-owner-occupied rental property is one of the most common claim denial scenarios.
Can I really get life insurance without a medical exam?
Yes — through Ethos. Their data-based underwriting approves most healthy applicants for up to $2M in term coverage without any physical exam or blood test. You apply online in about 10 minutes. Most decisions are immediate. This works for applicants generally in good health — some conditions may require traditional underwriting.
What's the difference between term and whole life?
Term covers a specific period (10–30 years) and pays a death benefit if you die during that time. It's the most affordable option and best for income replacement and debt protection. Whole/universal life is permanent, never expires, and builds cash value — but costs significantly more. For most families, term is the right first choice.
Can you really lower my insurance price without cutting coverage?
Often, yes. Common ways: bundling home + auto (10–20% discount), correcting mismatched coverage (paying for coverage you don't need), adjusting deductibles properly, adding loyalty or claims-free discounts, and switching carriers when your current one has quietly raised rates year over year. We compare at the same coverage levels — so savings are real.
What business coverages do I actually need?
Start with General Liability (required for most leases and contracts). Add a BOP if you have a physical location or equipment. Workers comp the moment you hire any employee (required by law in MD, DC, VA). Commercial auto if any business driving happens. Professional liability if you provide advice or services. Cyber if you store client data in any system.
Is the coverage gap audit a real quote?
No — it's a planning and awareness tool. The audit identifies where you may have gaps based on your answers. Actual quotes require carrier underwriting, property details, driving history, and other factors. Book a consultation for official apples-to-apples quotes and a real policy comparison.
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Protect Everything
You've Built.

Run your coverage gap audit, get an instant life quote, or book a 20-minute strategy call. No obligation. No pressure. Just clarity on where you're protected and where you're not.