Trusted Choice® independent insurance agents provide disaster preparedness and safety tips as hurricane season begins. ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 25, 2011 – As the United States experiences and recovers from tumultuous weather, with parts of the South and Midwest reeling from the destruction of fierce recent tornados and flooding, forecasters predict shifting weather patterns and many named storms as hurricane season…
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Insurance comes in a wide array of choices for a variety of consumer and business needs. Even the best-educated consumer who spends time researching insurance issues will come across a topic he or she doesn’t understand. Let’s take a look at what consumers say when asked: “What’s one thing you don’t understand about insurance?” Here are three common questions that…
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Many people think that just because they have been with the same insurance company for twenty years, they are guaranteed to be getting the best rates. This may not necessarily be the case. Depending on the situation, it may be a good time to compare different companies' rates. Whether it be you just had an accident, you are looking at adding…
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Many people in the US are being challenged by record levels of snow and ice, not too mention freezing temperatures. With these kinds of conditions, it is very easy for your vehicle to become stuck. Even when the conditions are not like these though, if you find yourself driving on sand or mud, you can still find yourself getting stuck. By following…
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Keyless entry systems for the newer vehicles may seem like a simple luxury as it eliminates the need of having to fumble around for your keys in the dark just so you can unlock your vehicle, but there are dangers to this luxury. http://autos.yahoo.com/articles/autos_content_landing_pages/1690/keyless-entry-systems-vulnerable-to-high-tech-car-thieves/
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Trusted Choice® insurance agencies urge families to consider risks and liabilities before giving or receiving pets as gifts. ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 1, 2010 — The holiday season often includes images of cute puppies under a Christmas tree or a kitten with a sparkly ribbon around its neck. But before you do your holiday shopping at the pet shop, Trusted Choice®…
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1. What is an insurance score? How does it differ from a financial credit score? An insurance score results from a credit-based statistical analysis of a consumer’s likelihood of filing an insurance claim within a given period of time in the future. This data can help Agents and underwriters better assess risk exposure prior to granting insurance coverage. A financial…
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My son has been having trouble finding a job and is about to move back into our house for a while. What do we need to do about his insurance? With a tough job market, many parents are welcoming back grown kids who they thought had left the nest for good. Here’s how to make sure they have the right…
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Heavy rains over the past few days have caused water seepage and flooding around the metro area. Over-saturated ground could loosen some tree roots and cause further property damage before the wet weather is over. Mike McCartin, national spokesperson for The Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America, joined us with a look at navigating property damage claims resulting from…
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Please call one of the following numbers: 800-841-5241 AIC 800-367-3743 Erie Insurance 800-788-9488 Fidelity National 877-445-5826 Harford Mutual 800-922-4050 Hagerty 800-274-4499 Progressive 800-332-3226 Safeco Insurance 800-327-3636 The Hartford 800-252-4633 Travelers Insurance 800-356-6663 Travelers Flood
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