Tornadoes happen fast, cause a lot of destruction, and give those in their path virtually no time to prepare. The United States experiences more than 1,200 tornadoes every year (more than any country in the world!). According to the National Centers for Environmental Information, tornadoes have been documented in every …
Read More »Why renters insurance could be needed
Choosing to rent rather than own your home has plenty of benefits — some of your utilities may be covered, you aren’t responsible for routine maintenance, and you don’t have to worry about paying for repairs in the event of a fire or flood. Your landlord’s insurance will cover the …
Read More »How the pandemic has changed car travel
It’s no secret that the coronavirus pandemic impacted travel significantly and continues to do so today. Even though more people are starting to travel again with borders opening between countries and airport traffic increasing, travel isn’t the same as it was before the pandemic — not in the air nor …
Read More »How to make a claim against someone else’s insurance
Car insurance is designed to protect you in the case of an accident. However, it’s also designed to protect you in a situation where you aren’t directly at-fault. Even if you’re a cautious driver with an excellent driving record, there’s always a chance that you’ll be involved in an accident …
Read More »In an accident but didn’t get the other driver’s information?
It happened: you got in an accident, and to make matters worse, you didn’t get the other driver’s information. Maybe this accident was a hit-and-run, where someone left the scene after a collision without stopping. Maybe you were flustered from the accident itself and simply forgot to ask for the …
Read More »How to buy a car with the pandemic in mind
As a consumer, buying a car is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, and with good reason: the consequences of an auto purchase — how it will meet your needs as well as the long-term financial considerations — are enormous. In fact, buying a car is often …
Read More »How insurance works with ridesharing
Ridesharing has become a huge industry in recent years, with 93 million people using Uber on a monthly basis in the last quarter of 2020. But how does it work with insurance? If you drive for a rideshare company, you may already know that your personal car insurance policy typically …
Read More »Pet safety on the road
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on how we work and travel: for many, the daily commute to work now spans only the few steps from the bedroom to the living room, or to whatever improvised office space they may have. And for most of us, extensive travel …
Read More »Auto body shop vs. auto repair shop: what’s the difference and how to choose
It’s an inevitable part of car ownership— the longer you own a car, the more likely you are to need repairs or potentially get in an accident. Even if you safely park your vehicle in a covered garage, perform routine oil changes, and treat your car with maybe a tad …
Read More »Paying out of pocket vs. filing a claim
Getting into a car accident is always a stressful situation. You’re worried about injuries, damage to your vehicle, and of course, money. How do you know if paying for repairs out of pocket will help you in the long run or make things more complicated? We’ve got you covered. Here …
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