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What is the NAIC?

You may see the NAIC referenced when researching insurance companies. This can make you wonder about how it affects your coverage decisions. The NAIC will help you understand what you should expect from your insurance company. NAIC stands for National Association of Insurance Commissioners. This organization is responsible for overseeing insurance regulation in the United States. What […]

What are AM Best ratings?

AM Best ratings may be mentioned when researching insurance companies. You may find particular rating information on a carrier’s website or in a review about a particular company. The AM Best rating scale does not provide much information about an insurance company, but it is more than just a letter grade. AM Best ratings are an industry standard […]

New Jersey DUI

Your driving record is used to determine your premium when you apply for car insurance coverage. A clean driving record is a key to getting better car insurance rates. A DUI conviction can lead to major changes in your car insurance. These are the possible consequences of being convicted of DUI in New Jersey. What does a […]

What to Do If You Don’t Agree With Your Insurer’s Evaluation For Your “Totaled” Car?

Your move to California was not without difficulties. It’s good to have car insurance, but it seems like your insurer has a different opinion about your “totaled car”. Car insurance is important for many reasons. There are a few reasons you should have car insurance. Safety and financial risk prevention are two of the most important. California has […]

What is an elevation certificate?

A flood elevation certificate may be required if you’re buying a home that is in flood-prone areas or lowering your flood insurance premium. An elevation certificate examines the details of your home. It includes information such as where your home is located, what materials were used and the elevation of the lowest point. This will help insurance companies and […]

What Do I Need To Insure My Car?

Multiple factors affect the cost of auto insurance. One such factor is vehicle type – generally speaking, safer models tend to cost less when insured than older models that lack safety features. Many states mandate liability coverage, with lenders often mandating collision and comprehensive protection if you’re financing your vehicle. Many insurers use credit scores […]

How Are Saving Vehicles Insured?

One of the easiest ways to save on car insurance is combining policies. Other savings opportunities may include taking public transit or carpooling with friends a few times each week (or qualifying for low mileage discounts), taking public transportation several days per week (or carpooling with them) in order to qualify for low mileage discounts, […]

How to prevent your home from flooding

You want to be a responsible homeowner and protect your largest financial investment. This almost always means that you should have homeowners coverage from an reliable company. This policy will provide financial protection for your home against a wide range of perils. Homeowners often assume that their homeowners insurance policy covers water damage and that floods are covered. This is false. This is because […]