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West Virginia Independent Insurance Agency

Auto / Car Insurance, Home Insurance, and Business/Commercial Insurance for Buckhannon and All of West Virginia

Located in Buckhannon, West Virginia, the Hank Ellis Insurance Agency was founded in 2006 and is owned and operated by Franklin (Hank) J. Ellis and his wife Traci L. Ellis.

Our insurance agency offers a full line of property/casualty insurance products, including auto/car insurance, homeowners insurance, commercial/business insurance, life insurance plans, classic auto insurance, flood insurance, bike and boat insurance, workers compensation coverage, professional liability coverage, as well as individual and group health coverage, bonds, annuities, and IRAs.

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Posted: February 13, 2026

Group benefits are among the clearest ways to attract talent, reduce turnover, and support employee well-being. The right mix depends on your workforce, budget, and business goals. Most employers start with core coverage, then add targeted options that match how their employees actually live and work. Core Group Benefits That Employees Expect For many roles, especially professional and skilled positions, employees evaluate benefits alongside salary....

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Posted: February 7, 2026

Life insurance often gets pushed down the road until a health scare, a new baby, or a sudden loss forces the question fast. Going without coverage is not only a risk tied to death. It is a risk to the people and obligations that keep moving after you are gone. The Financial Risk Can Be Bigger Than Expected Coverage gaps remain common. In the 2025...

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Posted: February 2, 2026

Ice dams form when snow on a roof melts, runs down to colder eaves, and refreezes into a ridge that blocks drainage. Over repeated melt-freeze cycles, water can back up under shingles and leak into ceilings, walls, insulation, and belongings. Why Ice Dams Happen Most ice dam problems start with uneven roof temperatures. Heat escaping into the attic warms the upper roof surface above 32°F...

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Posted: January 28, 2026

Business owners often view employee benefits as a cost they must manage. In reality, a thoughtfully designed group benefits program can become one of the most powerful tools for building a strong, stable company. When benefits support people’s health, finances, and families, they also support your bottom line.  Attracting And Retaining Top Talent In a tight labor market, salary alone rarely wins over skilled candidates....

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