Preparing for your move to Montrose, CA

The city of Montrose is located between the Verdugo Mountains and the foothills of the Angeles National Forest in Southern California. Its location makes it a convenient drive — anywhere from 5 to 10 minutes –from Pasadena, Burbank, Altadena, Glendale, La Crescenta, and La Canada and about a 20 minute drive to Los Angeles.

Whether you’re moving to Montrose because of a new job or you’ve decided that it’s time to make the move to a new home, you’ll find that Montrose has kept its appealing “Main Street, USA” charm. With year-round events such as a Montrose Old-Town Christmas, the Harvest Market and Marketplace, the Montrose Arts & Crafts Festival, the Trick or-Treat Spooktacular, and Annual Car Show, it’s obvious why Montrose is considered a good place to raise a family.

To prepare for your move to Montrose, you’ll want to check out the local schools for your children, the cost of housing to determine which option is best for you, as well as access to good health care.

Small community, big city

With a population of a little over 20,000, Montrose is a small community, but offers a wide variety of amenities to its residents including art galleries, antiques, and dance and fitness studios. Montrose has many restaurants, cafes, and bakeries to choose from, and, with more than 200 independently owned businesses, it has something to offer all of its residents.

If you’re moving to Montrose, you’re going to be busy house hunting. Whether you’re buying or renting, you’re going to need homeowners or renters insurance. And, if you’re moving to Montrose from out-of-state, there may be changes that need to be made to your auto insurance as well so that you are in compliance with California insurance regulations.

Daniel Fraisse, insurance agent in Montrose, CA, has been serving clients in the greater Los Angeles area for 30 years. Dan is an independent broker whose first concern is finding insurance policies to fit his clients’ needs and finances. Over the years, he has formed business relationships with many of the big insurance companies such as State Farm and Allstate. Because he’s working for you, you can be assured that he’ll provide you with the best coverage at the most affordable rates.

The benefits of a SoCal lifestyle

Friendly people, a laid-back atmosphere, and the Southern California weather are all great reasons to move to Montrose. The SoCal lifestyle is all about being outdoors. In fact, Southern California is considered to be a fitness mecca by many people. Whether it’s spending the day at one of the beautiful Pacific Coast Beaches, or hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains, living in Southern California has something for everyone.

As you’re preparing for your move to Montrose, don’t forget to make a note to contact independent insurance agent and broker, Dan Fraisse. You can save yourself some valuable time and money by letting Dan do your insurance shopping for you.

Call our office today to get your free insurance quotes.