The Inside Scoop from Teri Starry

It is with honor that I introduce you to boss babe Teri Starry, Owner/Agent with State Farm! She is authentic, reliable,  and damn good at what she does. Let’s get to know her!

I like being able to help people because it is very rewarding.

I love my family and friends because their support makes me feel happy.

I loathe mean people.

I wish I would have started my insurance career sooner.

I feel that a person can accomplish anything through hard work and perseverance.

I believe that smiling is an international language.

I appreciate kindness.

I admire people who make a difference in other people's lives.

I am happy, humble, hardworking, and most important: human.

My favorite beverage is a margarita because it is usually enjoyed with friends in a fun environment.

The perfect day includes sunshine!

A habit worth keeping is doing a good deed daily; it can change a person’s day from miserable to memorable.

My best dating advice is to listen - you can’t get to know someone if you’re doing all the talking.

My favorite woman in the spotlight is Oprah Winfrey, for she genuinely embraces life to the fullest regardless of race, gender, generation, opinion or belief.

Okay okay, now let’s get serious. Empowering financial recommendations from our local expert:

1. Start a Plan for Retirement and Stick to It! Having a retirement plan, even a simple one for now, can help you start where you are and stay in charge of your retirement along the way.

2. Keep an Emergency Fund & Protect Yourself! Maintain at least six months' salary in a regular Savings Account or Money Market Savings Account. Consider health insurance and disability insurance, too.

3. Pay Yourself by Saving! Once your emergency fund is in place, pay yourself by putting money into an account as often as you can. Even small amounts can pay off big.

4. Family First: Life Insurance and Education Savings! Life insurance may help replace lost income, which can be used to pay off debts and expenses and help maintain your family's standard of living. Education savings plans may help make it easy to save for your children's education.

5. Get the Most from Social Security! You can receive Social Security benefits starting at age 62, but waiting until you reach the full Social Security retirement age will allow you to take a higher retirement benefit.