do you really need the extra insurance?

  • Insurance Rates And Car Choice: Why Some Cars Cost A Lot More To Insure Than Others

    14 December 2015

    If you've ever discussed your auto insurance with friends or family, you've probably heard some of the myths that people believe about their rates. For example, it's not uncommon for people to think that the color of their car would have an impact on their quote. Unfortunately, since this type of misinformation is common, it's difficult to know exactly what factors actually do have an impact on your premium. The reality is that your insurance rate is directly related to the cost of insuring your car or truck--but you probably don't know how that's calculated.

  • Travelling To Mexico: Do You Need Additional Auto Insurance?

    1 July 2015

    If you travel up the border and into Canada, you don't need to purchase additional auto insurance coverage, but is it the same if you travel south to Mexico? The answer is not as straightforward as you might think for the 150,000 Americans who cross the border each and every day. Not only do you need to speak with your auto insurance agent regarding the details of your policy, but you also need to understand the laws in Mexico.

  • How Can You Prevent Auto Insurance Premium Increases When Adding A Young Driver?

    15 June 2015

    Nearly every parent experiences a varied and powerful mix of emotions as their child begins one of the most important teenage rites of passage: the test to receive a driver's license. You may feel proud, worried, concerned, and nostalgic all at once. Once your child is a legally licensed driver, it's time for you to add him or her to your auto insurance policy-- and at this point, you can add financial stress to the list of emotions you're experiencing.