Car insurance innovations are possibly the greatest example of a follow-the-herd mentality in the financial services industries. Whenever a leading car insurance company launches a national campaign to tout a new coverage option or feature, it’s not long before competitors are close behind like drivers drafting behind a leader in a stock car race. One...
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Why Tech-Friendly Seniors will have a Better Retirement
The world is becoming more and more technology-oriented. The gadgets we use are only going to get more complex and impressive in their abilities, and greater in their scope. As technology becomes the defining characteristic of our times, it makes sense to shed one’s inhibitions and join the bandwagon. I’ve noticed that older people often...
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Everything You Need to Know About Temporary Car Insurance
Sometimes, yearly car insurance just isn’t right for you. Although the annual cover is usually the most practical, there can be times when you only want to be insured for a short period. Temporary car insurance makes this possible and it means that you can get the insurance that allows you to drive somebody else’s car...
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How to Calculate the True Cost of a Car
When you’re in the market for a new car, the process of comparing your options can be quite enjoyable. It’s an excuse to read up on all of the latest reviews and news, leaf through glossy brochures, and hobnob at auto shows. You may already have a predefined budget in mind and a definite list of...
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How to Save Your Teenager Money on Car Insurance
Getting car insurance for your teen can be pretty tricky. Your teenage son or daughter isn’t experience – the insurance company knows it. If you’re not careful, your child will end up paying through the nose for their policy. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are a few tips to save your...
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Five Automotive Features That Lower Auto Insurance Premiums
Having a good driving record, and years of experience, are a great start to lowering your auto insurance premiums. You can also take defensive driving classes – those should help out a lot. However, there’s more that goes into premium pricing than just your experience. Many times, insurance premiums can be dramatically reduced just by...
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What a Car Really Costs
Owning a car is kind of like owning a portable house: there’s more involved than just the cost of the initial purchase and monthly payment. Cars require care and have some very specific and, often, expensive needs. Even during an ordinary year—one in which you take no major road trips or do any significant amounts...
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Difference between multi-car insurance in US and UK
Drivers on both sides of the Atlantic can benefit from multi-car insurance to cover two or more vehicles listed at the same address. Although there are some differences between what multi-car insurance covers in the US and the UK, as well as between different providers in each respective country, there are more similarities. In the...
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A Brief Guide to Compensation Claims
There are many types of incidents that may lead to compensation claims. For example, you may be injured in: road traffic accidents workplace accidents a trip or fall on the pavement medical negligence If you have suffered pain and discomfort as a result of somebody else’s actions or failure to act it may be worth...
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The Five Most Important Features of Car Insurance Calculators
A lot of auto owners wonder about car insurance calculators and if they can be an accurate way to determine the costs of different levels of coverage. Car insurance can be a confusing subject for drivers, especially when there are so many products and features often described with industry jargon and sometimes inscrutable terminology. But...