Posts tagged "car insurance"

When the Other Driver Refuses to Cooperate Regarding a Claim

When the Other Driver Refuses to Cooperate Regarding a Claim

So what can you expect if you're faced an with dealing with at-fault driver who refuses to work with their insurer to settle your claim? [more]

January 18th 2012 Cecil Helton

Should You Consider an Umbrella Policy?

Should You Consider an Umbrella Policy?

Umbrella policies are add-ons that kick in from lawsuit-based actions once you’ve exhausted the limits of an auto or homeowners insurance policy. [more]

January 6th 2012 Cecil Helton

New Year, New You: New Car Insurance, Too?

New Year, New You: New Car Insurance, Too?

You may be extremely happy and satisfied with your current insurer, especially if your past interactions with them have been positive. [more]

January 4th 2012 Cecil Helton

When Is Filing a Claim a Bad Idea?

When Is Filing a Claim a Bad Idea?

There are times when filing a claim is a poor decision, but the potential exists that you'll be faced with no choice but to file a claim in some cases. [more]

December 30th 2011 Cecil Helton

Having Your Car Declared a Total Loss

Having Your Car Declared a Total Loss

The claims process results in more disappointed policyholders than any other aspect of car insurance. But the most frustrating of all claims are those when a policyholder’s car is declared … [more]

December 21st 2011 Cecil Helton

Don’t Let Auto Burglary Ruin Christmas

Don’t Let Auto Burglary Ruin Christmas

Bags filled with presents collected during Christmas shopping can also provide a temptation for thieves. [more]

December 21st 2011 Cecil Helton

Why do men pay more for car insurance?

Why do men pay more for car insurance?

The short answer to your question is that men are a greater risk on the road than women are. Men are involved in more accidents and get more traffic tickets than women get. Part of that is due … [more]

December 15th 2011 Steve Wyrostek

Is there a way to avoid paying my insurance if I’m going to be on vacation for months?

Is there a way to avoid paying my insurance if I’m going to be on vacation for months?

It can be pretty rough imagining that you’re going to have to pay for car insurance even though you aren’t going to be anywhere near your car. However, the only way to do this is to cancel … [more]

December 10th 2011 Steve Wyrostek

Can an Insurer Drop You for Not Bundling Policies?

Can an Insurer Drop You for Not Bundling Policies?

On the surface, it seems like an insurer wouldn't be able to force a customer to bundle policies and cull those who refused to do so by issuing non-renewal notices. [more]

December 8th 2011 Cecil Helton

Why Do Insurers Price so Differently?

Why Do Insurers Price so Differently?

Unlike most consumer products, the way a car insurance policy is priced is indeed much more complex. [more]

December 8th 2011 Cecil Helton

Meet the Authors

Cecil Helton

Cecil Helton

Owns: 2008 Suzuki SX4
Wants: BMW M5
Dreams: Porsche 959

Gary Grant

Gary Grant

Owns: Mazda 300MX
Wants: Subaru WRX STi
Dreams: Ferrari 458

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