There is no shortage of reasons your home insurance rates may have gone up, but the likely culprits in 2022 are rising labor and construction costs due to inflation and expensive natural disasters. Around a month before the end of your policy term, your insurance company will send you a notice reminding you that your homeowners […]
How does inflation affect insurance rates?
Like most other goods and services, inflation can also increase the cost of insurance. Insurance and inflation When determining insurance premiums, insurance companies look at a variety of factors including industry trends like number of claims and costs to repair vehicles and homes. If those costs increase, the price of insurance premiums will likely increase […]
Car insurance costs more, but ‘several million people’ may still not have enough, expert says
Thanks to inflation, you’re likely paying more for just about everything these days, and car insurance is no exception. Insurers have increased rates by an average of 8.3% so far this year, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence, and costs for consumers will likely continue rising, say analysts at Bankrate. For insurers, the price […]
8 reasons auto insurance rates are rising
Odds are your auto insurance premium dropped in 2020 due to stay-at-home orders. There were fewer drivers on the road, which meant fewer accidents and fewer claims. Some insurance companies, including USAA, refunded a percentage of their members’ premiums. And now as some people are returning to their offices and society starts to get more […]
Why Home and Auto Insurance Rates Are Rising in 2022
Why home and auto insurance rates are rising in 2022 Thanks to an unusual convergence of market trends, ushered in by the pandemic and other disruptive events, you may see a bigger change to the cost of your home and auto insurance than usual when it comes time to renew your policies this year. Insurance […]
Auto insurance rates are increasing in 2022. Here’s how to prepare.
Like nearly every purchase consumers make right now, the average cost of car insurance will probably rise for many drivers throughout 2022. Nationally, car insurance rates are increasing by an average of 4.9 percent, according to approved rate filing data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. These rate changes stand to affect more than 62.5 million policyholders across […]
5 tips for first-time car insurance buyers
Whether you’re buying your first car or simply moving off your parents’ insurance for the first time, you might have some questions about getting your own car insurance. First, there’s the financial side of it, from figuring out what a fair price is to choosing coverages, limits, and deductibles that best fit your needs and […]
How Telematics Can Mitigate Personal Auto Hard Market Pricing
Tell me if you’ve heard this one before: The insurance market is hardening. Policy rates are going up and independent insurance agents need to help personal lines clients manage those impending increases. However, the story has changed in recent years—through telematics. Some independent insurance agents may be skeptical. That’s to be expected. Many have been hesitant […]
Top 14 Benefits of Telematics Beyond Tracking
When most fleet managers think of telematics, the first image that likely pops up is a digital map with dots showing where their vehicles are at any specific time. “While many fleets have realized the benefits of location tracking, the most successful telematics deployments are those that go beyond GPS. Telematics sits at the heart […]
What Should I Do If I Get into a Car Accident with a Rental Vehicle?
People often rent vehicles when going on vacation, particularly if they are driving long distances and want to avoid putting the wear and tear on their own car. Rental cars are also used when car owners need to have repairs made to their own vehicles. Whatever the reason for renting a vehicle, there are important […]
Can I Get Auto Insurance with a Foreign License?
With so many people from around the world living in the U.S., it is natural to wonder and ask, “Can I get auto insurance with a foreign license?” The short answer is that you can, but you may not be able to from every insurance company. We’ll walk you through what you need to get […]
How Much Should I Spend on a Car?
Leather interior. Rearview cameras. Automatic emergency braking. While you may dream of a shiny new car with all these features and more, you may need to prepare for sticker shock. The average new car costs more than $40,000, and used cars average above $21,000. Of course you can buy a brand new car for as […]
What Are the Main Factors That Influence Car Insurance Premiums?
Insurance companies analyze a vast number of factors to determine the premiums paid by their customers. Some of these factors can be improved by the policyholders, while no one can improve other policy determining factors. The following top factors can have a significant impact on the premium paid by a policyholder: Demographic data. The driver’s age, […]
RV Insurance 101
Recreational vehicles, or RVs, include a wide range of motorhomes, from camper vans to bus conversions, organized by classes: Class A, B and C. Your RV insurance will depend on the class of your vehicle, how much you use it, whether you live in it full time and other factors. The classes of RV include: […]
A Complete Guide to Motorcycle Insurance
Whether you’re a road warrior seeking adventure or you’re just looking for a way to get around town, there’s nothing quite like driving a motorcycle. As you would with a car, you’ll need insurance if you want to protect yourself, your passengers and your investment. And just as you’d shop around for auto insurance quotes, […]
Usage-Based Insurance and How it Can Save You Money on Your Auto Insurance Premium
If I were to suggest that you allow your auto insurance company to track your driving habits, you might say, “no way, I don’t want to be tracked!” But, if I were to tell you that by allowing your insurance company to track your driving, you might be eligible for a discount on your premium, […]
The Most Common Commercial Car Insurance Exclusions
Commercial car insurance is, as the name suggests, designed for vehicles used for commercial purposes. There are many differences between a commercial policy and a regular one, which covers personal-usage cars. There are greater coverage limits, greater reimbursement sums and the possibility of adding a fleet of vehicles. There are certain activities that will void […]
What Is Gap Insurance and How Does It Work?
If you drive a new car off the dealer’s lot, having made your deposit and looking forward to your first payment, but wind up in an accident that makes the car unusable, what recourse do you have? Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) insurance is the answer. What Is Gap Insurance? Guaranteed Asset Protection insurance protects the […]
How Much Car Insurance Do I Need? 5 Key Coverage Considerations
Of all the many adulting tasks we’re faced with, figuring out insurance is among the most confusing. Health? Life? House? Car? Yes! For car insurance, most state laws require every driver to have a minimum level of coverage, but how much and what type of coverage varies by state – so, should you get more […]
Check Your Auto Insurance if You’re Going to Make Deliveries
With much of the country practicing social distancing and self-quarantines due to the coronavirus pandemic, many companies are looking for delivery drivers to get groceries, takeout meals and other items to customers. If you’re looking to pick up some extra cash as a delivery driver and using your own car, be aware of possible auto […]