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I'm an Insurance Expert: Sure, There's Always Tomorrow to Report Your Claim, But Procrastination Could Cost You
8+ hour, 18+ min ago (1024+ words) The sooner your file your insurance claim, the better. Plus, the longer you wait, the bigger the problem could get " and the more leverage you're giving your insurer to deny it. Most people treat reporting an insurance claim the way…...
My Teen Crashed His Car and Now Our Insurance Has Tripled. What Now?
1+ week, 6+ day ago (995+ words) Dealing with the costly aftermath of a teen car accident is stressful. Here are your options for navigating it. Question: My teen crashed his car and now our car insurance has tripled. What can we do to cut our insurance…...
Snowbirds: Avoid These 3 Sneaky Insurance Issues
4+ week, 22+ hour ago (740+ words) Before you depart for your winter retreat, ensure you're prepared for any surprises that might arise, or else you could be on the hook for repairs. Winters in the south can be spectacular. There's nothing like having the sun kiss…...
'But It's Not My Fault!': Your Insurance Company Absolutely Will Blame You in These Five Scenarios
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1010+ words) Insurance companies care about 'fault' in more ways than you think " from payment mishaps to your neighbor's landscaping " so it's on you to manage the risks, even the ones that don't seem like your problem. Insurance companies care about fault....
Loyalty Doesn’t Pay: Why Your Car Insurance Keeps Going Up
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (748+ words) You've been a good customer, now your premium is creeping up. Here's why loyalty might be costing you on car insurance. Being a loyal customer is usually considered a good thing. Many brands reward loyalty with discounts, perks, or special…...
When an Extended Car Warranty is Worth It — and When it's Not
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (794+ words) Got the "we're trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" call? Here's what you need to know before buying. If you have a car, you're probably getting flooded with calls, emails and letters telling you that your car…...
Does My Car Insurance Cover Rental Cars?
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (877+ words) Is it safe to decline the extra coverage car rental companies offer you when booking? Here's what you need to know. When you rent a car, the company almost always offers supplemental coverage that costs extra. When you get to…...
I Just Paid Off My Car. Can I Downgrade My Car Insurance Now?
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (1045+ words) You've gotten rid of that car payment. Can you save even more by downgrading your car insurance? Here's what to consider. Question: I just paid off my car. Can I downgrade my car insurance now? Answer: Many lenders require you…...
You Retired and Stopped Commuting. How Do You Lower Car Insurance Costs?
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (1543+ words) Retiring usually means cutting out that daily commute, which could make you less risky to insure. Does that mean your premium will drop? There are many things to celebrate when you reach the milestone of retirement, and one underappreciated blessing…...
Why Does It Take Insurers So Darn Long to Pay Claims? An Insurance Expert Explains
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (773+ words) The process of verification, investigation and cost assessment after a loss is complex and goes beyond simply cutting a check. You are likely to hear this question, or a variation, at some point in your life: Why won't the insurance…...