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Santa Pay Higher Premiums If His Sleigh Is Red?

  Does Santa Pay Higher Premiums If His Sleigh Is Red? Whether or not you believe in Santa is up to you. But regardless of your opinion on the jolly man in red, don't fall for the following myths about insurance for his sleigh (or your car): The color of the sleigh affects the premium: Many believe that a flashy red sleigh is more expensive...

Homeowners: Here's Help For Halloween Horrors

Homeowners: Here's Help For Halloween Horrors It's a night of candy, costumes and...caution? Halloween is full of fun times, but on All Hallows' Eve many mishaps are possible. Not to worry. From slip and falls to fires to pet bites, your homeowners and renters insurance policies are there for you. If you have these in place, you'll be covered for the most common Halloween B.O.O.'s, such...

Driverless Cars & Insurance?

Driverless Cars and Insurance Issues... For those eager to try an autonomous vehicle, the future is now. Earlier this year, the Canadian province of Ontario announced it will take applications for driverless test car licenses, providing there is a licensed driver to take over if necessary. This raises a question: How will the insurance industry handle automated vehicle coverage? Underwriting: Currently, an insured's accident history,...

Happy Holidays!

Happy New Year! It's Time to Review Your Insurance Coverage Exercise more. Eat better. Learn something new. It must be New Year's resolution time again. As 2016 approaches, it's a good opportunity to make New Year's insurance resolutions by reviewing your coverage and deciding if changes are needed. As you examine your policies, consider making these resolutions for next year: Update home inventory: Is your...

Is Your Child's 'Stuff' Covered in the Dorm?

Is Your Child's 'Stuff' Covered in the Dorm? Your child is leaving the nest. The car is packed to the hilt and pointed toward campus. Among your concerns about tuition, courses, and when you will see your child next, have you considered the contents of your car? Will your student's belongings be insured in his or her dorm? While the contents of a dorm room...