Many motorists take renewal quotes offered to them by their existing auto insurance companies without questioning it at all. They may assume that it will take ages to go through alternative insurers, get quotes and compare them. Furthermore, they may conclude that there would not be much point as rates would be similar anyway. They could be getting it all wrong because they can get quotes real quick on the internet and there could be considerable difference in prices.
Understandably you might not have much free time to spare and when you do checking auto insurance quotes might not be on top of your list. However, we all spend a lot of time online these days and it would not hurt to see what you could save on car insurance. You probably come across many adverts trying to sell vehicle insurance even though you are not looking for them.
You could find all the major auto insurance providers on one website with all their offers and terms nicely laid out. Pick the ones that appeal to you most and get your quotes. You should not have much concern on switching to any of them since they are all prime companies. You should make the most of highly competitive insurance industry.
Quite a few families have several cars in the household that makes savings even larger. You probably know which gas station is the cheapest to fill your gas tank. You have an auto repair garage in your telephone notebook that would not charge you over the odds for regular maintenance. These are the things that took time and effort to find. Are you not glad that you did find them?
In the same way you need to keep checking until you find a decent insurer that fully satisfies your needs. You would be pleased with your efforts when you see much lower insurance premiums. More to the point, you would be truly satisfied when that company makes no fuss about paying if you ever have a claim.
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Thursday, April 21, 2011
Would Getting Auto Insurance Quotes Affect Your Credit Score?
These days the importance of credit score is highlighted even more. While providing auto insurance quotes credit rating is one of the key factors in determining applicants’ risk profile. Everyone seems to be interested in your credit worthiness. Mortgage companies, landlords, employers and insurers regularly check credit history of their applicants.
According to many auto insurance companies motorists with better credit ratings are less likely to make a claim. Although there are still few insurers that do not check credit history, most do ask for insurance credit score. Their calculation is not necessarily the same as standard credit check. Therefore, someone with perfect creditworthiness might receive a low insurance rating.
Currently it is almost an undisputed fact that credit habits tell a lot about applicants’ likelihood of making a claim. Insurance providers would naturally use every tool available to predict the profitability of your custom. Several studies have proved a direct link between claims and credit.
Some people might see that an insurance company enquired about their credit rating. They might assume that is the reason for the drop in their rating. This assumption would not be true as this would be considered a soft pull and would not affect your score. Nearly all of the credit checks that are not related to a credit application are considered soft pull.
When you apply for a loan, credit card or mortgage you would have a hard pull on your credit history. The purpose and indications of these two credit enquiries are completely different. The soft enquiry provides valuable information about your credit habits not necessarily needs. But hard pull offers insight to current need of credit.
In conclusion, there is not really much you could do about it. If you want a decent savings on your car insurance you need to compare different quotes. When you do that they will go ahead and check your insurance rating. Simply you could tell them to knock themselves out. It is unlikely that it will hurt you in anyway.
Contact me at 1-855-GET-SELECT (438-7353) for your FREE auto insurance quote
Steve Ludwig
select insurance group
president/ceo
According to many auto insurance companies motorists with better credit ratings are less likely to make a claim. Although there are still few insurers that do not check credit history, most do ask for insurance credit score. Their calculation is not necessarily the same as standard credit check. Therefore, someone with perfect creditworthiness might receive a low insurance rating.
Currently it is almost an undisputed fact that credit habits tell a lot about applicants’ likelihood of making a claim. Insurance providers would naturally use every tool available to predict the profitability of your custom. Several studies have proved a direct link between claims and credit.
Some people might see that an insurance company enquired about their credit rating. They might assume that is the reason for the drop in their rating. This assumption would not be true as this would be considered a soft pull and would not affect your score. Nearly all of the credit checks that are not related to a credit application are considered soft pull.
When you apply for a loan, credit card or mortgage you would have a hard pull on your credit history. The purpose and indications of these two credit enquiries are completely different. The soft enquiry provides valuable information about your credit habits not necessarily needs. But hard pull offers insight to current need of credit.
In conclusion, there is not really much you could do about it. If you want a decent savings on your car insurance you need to compare different quotes. When you do that they will go ahead and check your insurance rating. Simply you could tell them to knock themselves out. It is unlikely that it will hurt you in anyway.
Contact me at 1-855-GET-SELECT (438-7353) for your FREE auto insurance quote
Steve Ludwig
select insurance group
president/ceo
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Boat Owners Insurance 101
With summer fast approaching, people are gearing up for another great boating season. Boats are coming out of storage, fresh coats of paint are being added, and equipment is being replaced. One aspect of boat ownership that should not be neglected is boat owners insurance. Too many times, people don’t have the right amount of coverage and are left paying more than they would otherwise have to when something happens to their boat.
Your boat is a significant investment and therefore, you’ll want to protect it with the boat owners insurance that is right for you. Insurance for boats comes in many different options and when purchasing coverage, or renewing your current coverage, you should think about what is important to you. With the help of your insurance provider, you can make the right decision and find a policy that is affordable and comprehensive. Some coverages that you may want to look into include the following:
• Total Loss Replacement
Replaces total losses with the latest model (new-for-old) or, if not available, a comparable model. Available on new personal watercraft purchased within the preceding 13 months. Once the coverage is purchased, it can remain in place through the 10th model year. For personal watercraft 5 model years old or less at the time of a total loss, the insurance company will replace the personal watercraft with the latest model, or if not available, a comparable model. For personal watercraft older than 5 model years at the time of a total loss, the insurance company will pay the purchase price.
• Uninsured Personal Watercraft Coverage
Uninsured Personal Watercraft Bodily Injury Coverage pays for medical treatment, wage loss, and other damages sustained as a result of a personal watercraft accident where the liable boater does not have liability coverage.
• Actual Cash Value
The Actual Cash Value option is the most economical choice when it comes to insuring a personal watercraft. The Actual Cash Value is determined by the market value, age and condition of the personal watercraft at the time of the loss.
• Disappearing Deductibles
This coverage is included at no extra charge along with Total Loss Replacement and Agreed Value. Disappearing Deductibles provides a reduction of 25% in Comprehensive and Collision deductibles for each claim-free renewal period. When the fourth consecutive claim-free renewal period is reached, your deductible diminishes to $0. If a Comprehensive or Collision claim is paid, deductibles are reset to the selected level
• On-Water Towing and Labor
Pays for towing and labor costs on a reimbursement basis up to $1,000 per occurrence. You choose from the three available limit options: $300, $500 or $1,000. The labor coverage applies when it is performed at the time and place of disablement, while the personal watercraft is in the water.
• Agreed Value Coverage
In the event of a total loss, our expanded Agreed Value guarantee pays you the amount originally spent for the watercraft or the appraised value, with no deduction for depreciation and no deductible.
Each of these will meet a specific need and should be explored fully with your insurance provider. For detailed information go to www.selectinsuranceteam.com or contact one of our qualified representatives at 1-855-GET-SELECT (438-7353) for more information.
Your boat is a significant investment and therefore, you’ll want to protect it with the boat owners insurance that is right for you. Insurance for boats comes in many different options and when purchasing coverage, or renewing your current coverage, you should think about what is important to you. With the help of your insurance provider, you can make the right decision and find a policy that is affordable and comprehensive. Some coverages that you may want to look into include the following:
• Total Loss Replacement
Replaces total losses with the latest model (new-for-old) or, if not available, a comparable model. Available on new personal watercraft purchased within the preceding 13 months. Once the coverage is purchased, it can remain in place through the 10th model year. For personal watercraft 5 model years old or less at the time of a total loss, the insurance company will replace the personal watercraft with the latest model, or if not available, a comparable model. For personal watercraft older than 5 model years at the time of a total loss, the insurance company will pay the purchase price.
• Uninsured Personal Watercraft Coverage
Uninsured Personal Watercraft Bodily Injury Coverage pays for medical treatment, wage loss, and other damages sustained as a result of a personal watercraft accident where the liable boater does not have liability coverage.
• Actual Cash Value
The Actual Cash Value option is the most economical choice when it comes to insuring a personal watercraft. The Actual Cash Value is determined by the market value, age and condition of the personal watercraft at the time of the loss.
• Disappearing Deductibles
This coverage is included at no extra charge along with Total Loss Replacement and Agreed Value. Disappearing Deductibles provides a reduction of 25% in Comprehensive and Collision deductibles for each claim-free renewal period. When the fourth consecutive claim-free renewal period is reached, your deductible diminishes to $0. If a Comprehensive or Collision claim is paid, deductibles are reset to the selected level
• On-Water Towing and Labor
Pays for towing and labor costs on a reimbursement basis up to $1,000 per occurrence. You choose from the three available limit options: $300, $500 or $1,000. The labor coverage applies when it is performed at the time and place of disablement, while the personal watercraft is in the water.
• Agreed Value Coverage
In the event of a total loss, our expanded Agreed Value guarantee pays you the amount originally spent for the watercraft or the appraised value, with no deduction for depreciation and no deductible.
Each of these will meet a specific need and should be explored fully with your insurance provider. For detailed information go to www.selectinsuranceteam.com or contact one of our qualified representatives at 1-855-GET-SELECT (438-7353) for more information.
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