For Discount Auto Insurance, Think Safety First
January 18, 2012 by Gemma Torreggiani · Leave a Comment
Along with the hot wheels, cool trim, leather interior and killer sound system, your sports car came with another line item add-on that wasn’t part of the MSRP: sports car automobile insurance. Insuring your shiny fast ride can add thousands of dollars to cost of ownership over the life of the car…unless you’re a savvy shopper. Here’s what you need to know to help you find cheap sports car insurance (or at least reasonably priced). For starters, different insurance companies have different definitions of what is and isn’t a sports car. This is typically based on a VIN (vehicle identification number) system published by the Insurance Services Office or the company’s own ranking system. Either syst
Why Drivers Should Understand State Auto Insurance Laws When Moving
January 12, 2012 by Timothy Wilkes · Leave a Comment
Everything seems to be getting more expensive these days, despite the long running recession that the country has been experiencing. Insurance costs have gone up across the board, including health insurance, life insurance and even auto insurance costs have gone up. The unemployment in some cities and states is quite high while others seem manageable. The job market is also moving with some sectors seeing a rise while others are being reduced on a daily basis.
Car Insurance Frequently Asked Questions
January 8, 2012 by Gemma Torreggiani · Leave a Comment
Here is a very common question a lot of people are worried about when it comes to their auto insurance:
Is anyone who drives my car covered?
In most cases, yes, as long as they have the permission or reasonable belief from the insured that they can use the vehicle. The insured is the person named on the policy and their spouse if applicable. There are some exclusions, so you would need to look at your particular policy to make sure.
Remember, everyone in your household must be listed on your policy if they have a license. For example, if a girlfriend you live with uses your car, she may not be covered if you did not list her on your policy.
How Your Lifestyle Can Affect Life Insurance Rates
December 11, 2011 by Thomas Brownlee · Leave a Comment
Shopping for life insurance can be a daunting task. Which company should I choose? How much coverage do I need? What term length is right for me? Will I even qualify for coverage? These are a few lifestyle factors to consider when trying to figure out what your options are.
Most people know that certain lifestyle choices, such as smoking, can have a negative effect on your eligibility for life insurance. Tobacco use is one of the main dividing factors that life insurance companies use to determine whether or not you will qualify for premium rates. Some insurance companies will even deny coverage to a potential customer if they use tobacco products.
9.14-15.11: Celent Insurance Webinar: China Insurance Market and Technology Trends 2011
December 7, 2011 by Gemma Torreggiani · Leave a Comment
Celent Senior Analyst Wenli Yuan
This event is free to attend for Celent clients, flex-plan clients, and the media. Non-clients can attend for a fee of US$195. If you are unsure of your client status, please contact Chris Williams at +44.20.7228.4432 or .