Ep 14- How To Protect What Matters: Brad Kiesling Breaks Down Insurance Without The B.S.

Heart Of The Hustle

I’ll be honest—insurance isn’t exactly what I’d call a “sexy” topic. But after sitting down with Brad Kiesling of the Kiesling Insurance Agency, I realized just how critical it is that we get this stuff right—especially as entrepreneurs, homeowners, and parents trying to protect what we’ve worked so hard to build.
In this episode of Heart of the Hustle, Brad breaks down insurance in a way that finally makes sense. We dig into how to cover yourself, your family, your business—without getting lost in the fine print. Whether it’s umbrella coverage, auto protection, or navigating claims after a Texas hailstorm, Brad brings real-world advice you can actually use.
💡 If you’ve ever clicked “I agree” on an insurance policy you didn’t understand... this episode is for you.
What We Talk About:
Why insurance is personal for Brad (and how 30 years in finance led him here)
- What most people misunderstand about their auto and home coverage
- Personal injury protection, uninsured drivers & other overlooked essentials
- How to know if you’re overpaying or underinsured
- Why having an actual human agent can save your sanity during a claim
- The one question to ask before switching providers
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🕒 TIMESTAMPS
00:01:17 – Welcome Brad Kiesling, introduction and how we met
00:02:11 – What the Kiesling Insurance Agency does (home, auto, toys, umbrella, business, life)
00:03:01 – Service area: from Little Elm/Aubrey to all of Texas
00:05:47 – What’s an umbrella policy and why should you care?
00:07:14 – What’s covered in a car accident, even if it’s your fault?
00:09:17 – Understanding personal injury protection and medical coverage
00:11:20 – Why working with an insurance agent still matters
00:13:13 – Brad's journey: 30 years in finance and burning out
00:15:40 – What inspired Brad to become an agency owner
00:18:20 – Online insurance vs. agent-guided protection
00:20:03 – The two sides of insurance: upfront cost vs. using it
00:23:00 – Why premiums are rising in Texas
00:26:00 – The home insurance trap: hail damage and shady roofers
00:31:30 – When to file a claim (and when not to)
00:34:00 – Brad’s network of trusted roofers & contractors
00:36:00 – The agent’s job: being there when something goes wrong
00:39:00 – Final thoughts: You need coverage that fits your life, not just your budget
Find Brad Kiesling
📍 Kiesling Insurance Agency – https://kieslinginsuranceagency.com/
🧭 Serving Texas from Aubrey / Little Elm / Frisco
🏠 Home, Auto, Business, Umbrella, Life
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