Auto Insurance Guide Archive for 2010

• Save on your auto insurance premium as a teen

  by Hayden Krueger

  It is unfair that all teens are judged on the basis of a few irresponsible teens; however the sad truth is that teens have statistically proven themselves to be a high risk factor for insurance companies. Although there is nothing you can do to change your premiums, or is there? Sure there is, and here is how you can keep your premium low: 

  Scout the market 

  There are dozens of insurance companies out there and each one can give you a better deal than the next. The trick is to keep looking; get as many quotes as your patience levels permit, they free so there is no worry there. Get online and request anything from five to ten quotes to compare. You can also look for companies who specifically insure teens and other high risk drivers as they are sympathetic to your dilemma and can offer you a lower premium … Click here to read more

• Recommended auto insurance cover and extent of cover for your need

  by Hayden Krueger

  There are various reasons to purchase insurance apart from the obvious reason to keep your vehicle road legal. A good insurance policy can protect you from massive losses in the event of an accident and also protect you from the trials and tribulations of legal hassles; insurance companies also assist you in lawsuits that arise from a car crash. 

  Custom made insurance policies 

  The trust is no two individuals are alike, and no two individuals have the same needs as another person. Everyone needs basic insurance, but what about the cover, the extent of cover, deductibles and discounts?  Insurance companies serve you bulk plans based on your rough usage pattern and your vehicle type; however this is rarely enough.  Most people realize that they don’t have the right insurance plan when it’s too late, after an accident. No professional can custom build the right plan for you, you either need … Click here to read more

• Protect yourself when buying auto insurance online

  by Hayden Krueger

  Using the internet to get great deals

  In their quest for cheap auto insurance most people tend to turn to the internet to provide them with cheap auto insurance deals. The internet can allow you to receive five to ten auto insurance quotes in about ten minutes, which simplifies the whole process of shopping for auto insurance and also saves the person a great deal of time and money.

  The need for privacy

  While shopping online users used to be required to provide the system with their name, age, sex, location, information on the car you drive, driving record, driver’s license number and social security number in order to generate the auto insurance quotes. Most users aren’t comfortable with sharing private information like their driver’s license number and Social Security Number and were thus uncomfortable with online quotes.

  The solution

  Auto insurance companies understood this need and rushed to the … Click here to read more

• Picking the best auto insurance coverage in the market today

  by Hayden Krueger

  Irregardless of what you are looking for there are always the few companies who are the best in the business. These corporate giants define and quite literally runt he market; but how do you pick one from another?

  The same dilemma holds true for auto insurance too where customers are confused as to which company they should go for. Here is a short comparison of the best in the business to help you decide.

  Esurance is one of the biggest players in the market and a very popular choice among private motorists. Esurance believes in e-business and operates online, the signup process is super easy and requires no technical skills what so ever. If you can check your email you can sign up at their site, it’s that simple. Sign up, make the payment and presto you can download your policy and print it. A benefit of online operations translates … Click here to read more

• Obtaining the best auto insurance made easy

  by Hayden Krueger

  Get as many quotes as you can 

  Auto insurance quotes are free and are the best way of ensuring you get a great deal on your auto insurance premium. Don’t waste time going down to the insurance companies’ office, or calling the customer service; these methods are too time consuming. 

  Many people prefer to turn to insurance brokers which can be a good option, but what you need to understand is that insurance brokers work on a commission; and you’re going to be paying that commission out of your pocket as middle-man fees. Your safest bet is the internet, its cheap and free and you can request for quotes sitting right at home. Best of all its lightening fast, in the same amount of time you would have spent calling or going to meet an insurance agent or broker you can request more than 20 quotes online. Make sure to … Click here to read more

• Month to month auto insurance, affordability and functionality

  by Hayden Krueger

  If you have problems paying up the entire sum on your auto insurance premiums at one shot, then the best policy would be the month-to-month auto insurance policy. It is easy to sign up for this policy as there is a low down payment or no down payment depending on the policy. Following this you would be required to pay monthly installments on the annual premium. You can either pay in three, six, or twelve installments.

  The benefits

  Since the customer has the flexibility of monthly payments the strain on his or her finances is reduced and the customer is free and able to take better cover which they might not have been able to afford if they had to pay the premium as a lump sum. Also annual budgeting becomes easier for the customer since they don’t need to collect or take a loan for the lump sum payment. … Click here to read more

• High risk auto insurance 101

  by Hayden Krueger

  Are you considered as a high risk when it comes to auto insurance companies? Are you insuring a teen, a senior or a high powered sports car? It’s no longer a secret that high risk insurance costs considerably more than normal insurance policies. Although the market has evolved to a state where there is hope for high risk drivers and more and more companies don’t believe in classifying drivers as high and low risk drivers. 

  What is high risk?

  Insurance companies calculate a risk factor each customer can mean to them. This is basically a numerical representation of the odds they will make a loss to a profit by insuring you. The higher the figure the higher of a risk your policy is to the company; you share part of this risk by paying a much higher premium thus increasing the chances of a profit and leveling the playing field. … Click here to read more

• Getting auto insurance companies to give coverage at affordable rates

  by Hayden Krueger

  Cheap auto insurance can be found anywhere from advertisements on fliers and gas stations, to local directories and yellow pages to insurance company websites and privately run comparison websites sites. 

  Online quotes 

  If your not too tech savvy and are not interested in online quotes you can always drive down to the nearest insurance agent to get yourself a money saving deal. Another good way is to call auto insurance companies on the phone and request quotes; however both the aforementioned methods should be used only if you are unavailable to receive quotes online. 

  Online quotes save you a lot of time, in the same amount of time you would spend with an insurance agent over the telephone or in the office you can request up to 20 online quotes! Over and above you can also request multiple quotes at a time on a comparison website saving you even more … Click here to read more

• Auto Insurance policies with low down payments

  by Hayden Krueger

  Many factors affect your insurance premium, and very often they are not factors you can control. For example a young single male driver you will undoubtedly attract a higher premium and there is nothing he can do to change it; sure he can take a few driver’s ed courses but that wont get his premium down as much he will most normally need it to be. 

  Similarly a single parent whose 16 year old is learning to drive will have to bear a huge spike in auto insurance premiums, or someone who lives in a neighborhood infamous for vandalism will not only have to put up with the constant fear of their car being damaged or stolen but also a much higher premium. Very often these increases in your insurance premium don’t seem fair, but its how your insurance company works. Most people living frugal lifestyles can’t afford to pay … Click here to read more

• Used Vehicle Auto Insurance Information at your Finger Tips

  by Hayden Krueger

  People who are thinking of buying a used car for the pure fact that it sounds like a cheaper deal, make sure that everything is checked and reviewed before the actual buying of the vehicle. One doesn’t just have to think about the vehicle, but he will also have to research about used car insurance that he is going to need.

  The first step is to gather as much information possible about the used vehicle. Being a used car, one will have to assume that the car has had up to 5 owners prior to him. It is necessary to get as much information about the last owner of the vehicle. You will need to find the answers to a lot of questions- what was the kind of care that the last owner took of the car? Was it checked on a regular basis? Was it used to carry very … Click here to read more

• RV auto insurance information you cannot afford to miss

  by Hayden Krueger

  RV stands for recreational vehicles. For the uninitiated, they are homes on wheels for a lot of people. But essentially, they are just cars with trailers. This brings us conveniently to our topic at hand.

  As opposed to car insurance, RV auto insurance can get quite complicated and not to mention, expensive. This stems from the fact that RV’s are generally larger and can be regarded as more dangerous and prone to mishaps than cars. Trailers have been known to detach themselves from the car and cause damage inclusive of, but not limited to self and traffic on the road. Although RV’s are primarily used for camping trips, they are a means of transport and a suitable alternative for a large number of people who are constantly travelling and on the move all the time. As mentioned above, dangers arise constantly in RV’s and owners need to be extremely cautious … Click here to read more

• Revealing all about auto insurance that you need to know

  by Hayden Krueger

  The term motor vehicle insurance refers specifically to the coverage given to motorcycles, cars and trucks. In the event that an accident causes bodily harm as well as damages to livelihood and property, it is this kind of coverage that allows a policyholder to file for a claim.

  It is known that owning auto insurance is necessary if you own a vehicle; it is required by the law to have insurance for the vehicle as well. If one does not comply with these rules, heavy fines are imposed or still worse, one can be made to serve time in jail. The minimum requirement is for one to have liability insurance coverage for the third party, in case damages are received by the third party in case of an accident.

  The coverage offered by motor vehicle insurance may include loss of life, and damages of property, received by policyholders and third … Click here to read more

• Make a well informed choice of auto insurance for you new vehicle

  by Hayden Krueger

  When people buy new cars, it is obvious that they have to buy new auto insurance policies as well. But those who spend huge amounts in just buying their cars usually end up buying cheap, inexpensive policies for their vehicles. However, this can be dangerous; they may end up cutting out very valuable quality service that will need. Worse still, many drivers only learn that the policy they bought was insufficient to pay for damages, only in the event of an actual road mishap; usually this holds true for cheap policies.

  Now when buying a vehicle on loan, the loan company usually requires that you purchase brand new auto insurance. If the vehicle is damaged, stolen or totaled, this proves as a protective measure from financial obligations for the company. If you delay in getting your vehicle an insurance policy, the company gets one for you, and this proves to … Click here to read more

• Know how to buy auto insurance like the back of your hand

  by Hayden Krueger

  Buying auto insurance can be a time consuming process which at times might seem complex if you don’t have the right information to assist you. In order for you to make an informed decision, it is imperative to be equipped with the right information to make a choice that suits you the best. 

  Understand your requirement 

  Every person’s requirements from an auto insurance policy differ and just like a person’s car, it needs to be customized to suit the car owner. When you go in to purchase a car, the salesman will obviously suggest a car; however, this may not be the best option for you. It is in actuality what he perceives to be the best car for you. You need to make your own decision as to what suits your applications and usage pattern. In the same way, no insurance agent can suggest what cover you should get, … Click here to read more

• Filing Successful and Hassle-free Auto Insurance Claim

  by Hayden Krueger

  Most auto insurance claims that are rejected are mainly not accepted because the person filing the claim missed out on import information. Filing an insurance claim is not hard provided you know what information needs to be given to the insurance company. This article will elaborate on tips to help you find a successful claim for auto insurance. 

  Get the Right Details 

  After an accident occurs the first thing you should do is to talk to the other person involved in the accident and to get his insurance details. While you are getting the other person’s insurance details you should also get his contact information. While you are at the scene of the accident you should make it a point to note the extent of the damage of both cars and if any passengers in the car were hurt. 

  Call the Right Authorities 

  While you are at the scene of … Click here to read more

• Decreasing auto insurance premiums for high risk drivers

  by Hayden Krueger

  Common belief tells us that high risk drivers can’t save. This mentality will never change as long as insurance companies control information provided to us. This however does not help customers much. Internet has revolutionized the way we think and the quantity of information available to us. There are various options open to high risk drivers to save on insurance premiums, here are a few of the best ways to drop your premium today. 

  Who qualify as high risk? 

  People with bad driving records, people in the age groups of 16-25 and 55 and above, people with bad credit scores, people with exotic or high powered sports cars, people with highly modified cars just to name a few. Insurance companies categorize customers to analyze the risk they pose to their profitability. People who statistically are more likely to make a claim are categorized as high risk. These isn’t always true, … Click here to read more

• Cost Effective Auto Insurance Made Easy

  by Hayden Krueger

  Request quotes 

  Everyone’s looking to save money on auto insurance premiums, but how does one go about it? Start online, the internet is a good place to shop for insurance quotes. Insurance quotes are freely available at no cost, and barely takes any time, requesting ten quotes will not take more than an hour, and no specialized computer knowledge is needed. Head to a comparison website, which will help you compare quotes side by side, so you can compare the cost and the cover provided. To begin with, request ten quotes. 

  Understand your need 

  Everyone has their individual needs when it comes to auto insurance, and you should take the time out to find a plan that will suit your needs. You can’t go on the word of the salesperson; he/she is working on commission and will be more likely than not to suggest something to you that will earn … Click here to read more

• Controllable and Non controllable factors that impact auto insurance rates

  by Hayden Krueger

  There are many controllable and uncontrollable factors that decide the amount of auto insurance you pay each year. While the controllable factors can be controlled by you and others who use your car, the uncontrollable factors cannot be controlled by anyone. This article will help you understand which 6 factors affect your auto insurance premium the most.

  Your Age, Gender and Marital Status are Non Controllable Factors

  Your age is one of the key factors that decide the amount of premium you pay each year. Insurance companies believe that certain people are of more risk to accidents than others and they also believe that people between the ages of 21 – 55 have a lesser chance of accidents. Teenagers and young adults who are younger than 21 years are charged a higher premium and so are people above the age of 55 years old.

  Your gender is another important uncontrollable … Click here to read more

• Commercial auto insurance information that will come in handy

  by Hayden Krueger

  Commercial auto insurance is very much different from conventional auto insurance. Firstly, it is the cost of the insurance that differs. It is much more expensive to insure commercial vehicles. But apart from this fact, there are a lot more things to keep in mind.

  Commercial vehicles are obviously going to be used a lot more than a private vehicle. The owner is going to try and get the most out of his investment. No one would want a costly vehicle to just lie around in the garage. The more it is put to work, the more profits the owner rakes in. the insurance company is obviously worried about the risk associated with extensive usage. It is apparent that the more you drive around in a vehicle, your chances of meeting with an accident increase. It is simple probability and statistics at play here.

  The only way to avoid such … Click here to read more

• Cheap Auto Insurance now a reality

  by Hayden Krueger

  Auto insurance is made mandatory in most states because vehicle insurance protects the interests of vehicle owners. Most people are under the impression that in order to get good vehicle insurance they have to spend a lot on premium every year. This is not true since there are many ways to get cheap vehicle insurance. The following paragraphs will elaborate on the top 5 ways you can get cheap auto insurance for your vehicle.

  Realize That You Have More Than One Option

  Many vehicle owners opt for the first insurance plan that they find since they feel that they have limited options. The truth is that unless your credit score is really bad you will have many options when it comes to auto insurance. Before committing to the first vehicle insurance company you should first search online for better insurance options. The best way to do this is to ask … Click here to read more