Matthew Cross Agency • Farmers Insurance
Agency Lic #4142679 • National License #20025203 • Call: (530) 230-9070
★★★★★ 5.0 Star Rated Local Chico Agency

Customized Insurance Solutions for Chico & Beyond

Direct guidance, clear policy reviews, and personalized protection for your home, vehicles, life, and business with an experienced local team.

Matthew Cross

Comprehensive Coverage Lines

Custom insurance packages designed to protect against unexpected risk and severe California weather hazards.

Home & Wildfire

Homeowner, landlord, and tenant policies structured to navigate California brush and wildfire requirements.

Auto & Vehicle

Auto, motorcycle, and commercial vehicle liability and physical damage coverage with multiline discounts.

Life Insurance

Term and Whole Life options starting as low as $8/month to protect family finances, mortgages, and estate goals.

Commercial Business

General liability, business property, and umbrella policies customized for Northern California businesses.

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Meet Our Dedicated Team

Our licensed professionals are ready to assist you across personal, commercial, and life coverage lines.

Matthew Cross

Matthew Cross

Agency Principal & Agent
Licensed in CA (#4142679), NV, & TX
Commercial Liability Wildfire Solutions Rate Reviews

As the agency owner, Matthew specializes in navigating California's complex insurance landscape. He works directly with families and business owners across Northern California and neighboring states to craft tailored risk management strategies.

Bryan Dillman

Bryan Dillman

Full Service Sales Producer
Licensed in CA (#4313928) • Property, Casualty, Life
Auto & Home Bundles Business Insurance Coverage Reviews

Bryan helps individuals, families, and business owners protect their hardest-earned assets. Fully licensed across Auto, Home, Business, and Life coverage in California, he builds seamless multi-line packages to maximize discounts.

Benjamin Fisher

Benjamin Fisher

Life Insurance Specialist
Licensed in CA (#4129617) & MO • Life & Health
Term & Whole Life Mortgage Protection Family Security

Benjamin focuses specifically on family financial protection and legacy planning. Licensed in California and Missouri, Benjamin helps clients structure highly affordable life policies—starting as low as $8/month—that provide peace of mind.

Insurance Insights & Highlights

Short, informative animated updates covering coverage tips, wildfire navigation, and affordable policies.

Navigating California Home Coverage

Underwriters fleeing the state? How to get real dwelling coverage and defensible space solutions without losing your life savings.

Life Insurance Starting at $8/Month

Why pay $10 for a latte when family financial protection starts as low as $8 a month? Skip the stress and get covered fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions about property rates, business liability, and affordable life policies.

🏡 Home Insurance
What is a normal amount to pay for home insurance?
Across California, standard annual premiums typically range between $1,300 and $1,800 for suburban properties. In Northern California brush and foothill zones, rates vary depending on wildfire risk ratings, defensible space, and proximity to responding fire protection.
How much is home insurance on a $400,000 house?
In California, dwelling coverage for a $400,000 replacement-cost home averages around $1,500 to $2,000 annually ($125–$165/month). Rates are calculated based on actual reconstruction costs rather than real estate market values, as well as selected deductibles and multiline bundles.
Is $200 a month a lot for home insurance?
$200 per month ($2,400/year) is above the baseline state average for standard suburban homes, but is common for properties in wildfire zones, homes with extended replacement cost endorsements, or larger dwellings. We routinely help homeowners evaluate deductibles and bundles to reduce monthly costs.
What insurance company is best for home insurance?
The best carrier depends on your specific property location, brush score, and discount eligibility. Working with an experienced local agent allows you to access specialized carriers and underwriting channels (including non-FAIR Plan private options) to ensure proper coverage without overpaying.
🛡️ Life Insurance
How much does life insurance cost?
Life insurance is often much more affordable than people expect—rates can start as low as $8 a month for basic term coverage. For broader financial protection, standard 20- or 30-year family term policies typically range between $20 and $45 a month. Exact pricing depends on your age, health, and chosen benefit amount.
What are the different types of life insurance?
The primary categories are Term Life (cost-effective protection for a set period like 10, 20, or 30 years) and Permanent/Whole Life (lifetime coverage that builds accessible cash value over time).
What are the requirements for getting life insurance?
Basic applications require age, medical history, lifestyle factors, and beneficiary designations. Many modern policies offer accelerated underwriting that does not require a formal medical exam.
What are the benefits of life insurance?
Life insurance provides tax-free financial security to your loved ones to pay off mortgages, replace lost income, fund education, cover final expenses, and ensure long-term family stability.
🏢 Business & Commercial Insurance
What are the different types of business insurance?
Core policies include General Liability, Commercial Property, Business Owner's Policies (BOP), Commercial Auto, Workers' Compensation, and Inland Marine (contractor tools and mobile equipment).
How to choose a business insurance provider?
Look for a licensed local agent who understands your industry trade, local municipal requirements, and California liability standards, ensuring fast Certificate of Insurance (COI) turnaround and personalized claims handling.
What are common exclusions in business insurance?
Standard liability and property policies typically exclude intentional acts, cyber breaches/data loss (unless added via Cyber Liability), standard flood/earthquake, and normal wear-and-tear.
How to determine the right amount of business insurance coverage?
Coverage needs are determined by evaluating total payroll, gross annual revenue, lease contract requirements, replacement value of physical assets, and potential third-party liability exposure.

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