Archive for June, 2010
»Posted On: May 5, 2011
Don’t be sucked in by these 10 insurance myths
Insurance can be difficult to understand. For many of us, our confusion is exacerbated by the many insurance myths floating around. You might be surprised at what you think is “true” about insurance that has no basis in fact. Don’t be fooled by the following 10 insurance myths. » read on…
»Posted On: June 24, 2010
Increasing gas prices can drain your car’s value
Increasing prices at the gas pump hurt your wallet in more ways than one. According to a study by AAA Auto Repair, the more it costs to fill your tank, the less you’re likely receive for your car if you decide to sell it. Midsize sedans considered relatively efficient just a few years ago now look like gas-guzzling relics. That’s just one way unexpected expenses can cause your car’s cost-per-mile to drift north. » read on…
»Posted On: May 5, 2011
The 20 best cities to get your car stolen
When buying car insurance, you may be surprised to learn that your ZIP code is a factor in determining your rates. You know that insurance companies look at your driving record and you may even be aware that your credit score has a bearing on your car insurance rates. But there are dozens of other risk factors that insurance companies take into account — including where you live. » read on…
»Posted On: May 5, 2011
The 20 least expensive vehicles to insure in 2010
Car insurance can get expensive, especially if you’re driving the “wrong” sort of car. It may seem a bit unfair to judge you (and set your premiums) based on the kind of car that you buy, but that’s one of the factors that insurance companies consider when setting your premiums. » read on…
»Posted On: May 5, 2011
Using money market rates to your insurance advantage
Money market accounts can take the sting out of insurance payments. If you own a home and a car or have a life insurance policy, you have to shell out hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in premiums on a regular basis. A money market account is a great tool to cushion these financial shocks. » read on…
»Posted On: May 5, 2011
The 20 most expensive vehicles to insure in 2010
When it comes to car insurance, most people want to get the best possible deal. Many factors determine your auto insurance premium. They include your age, driving record, gender, location, credit score and amount of driving you do each year. However, the type of vehicle that you drive can also influence the premium that you pay. Premiums are partially determined by your vehicle’s “loss history,” meaning the cost of claims that other drivers of that vehicle have submitted. » read on…
»Posted On: June 4, 2010
Why the Amish won’t have to buy health insurance
The new health care reform legislation will require all Americans to buy insurance or face penalties if they refuse. Well, almost every American. The bill allows some religious exceptions for Americans opposed to buying health coverage for religious reasons. It contains language similar to the existing “religious conscience” exemption to laws that require workers to pay taxes for Social Security and Medicare. » read on…
»Posted On: June 2, 2010
Are college health plans a bad buy?
If you have a college-bound child, you’ll probably want him or her to have health insurance. Most medical plans offered by employers generally cover your children until they’re 19, and may extend coverage to dependents between age 20 to 24 - or until they graduate from college. » read on…
