Whether you’re planning a summer vacation or a weekend getaway, travel costs can add up quickly. Here are some tips for keeping expenses down: -Check fares on Tuesdays. Most airlines launch their sales on Monday evenings, according to Farecompare.com, a website that tracks price trends. Other airlines follow suit by the next day. Of course, [...]
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Consistent car care is the health insurance for your car. To help keep your car on the road and running in top condition, review these 10 maintenance tips: 1. Review your owner’s manual, which explains how the car works. The manual is the first step to becoming a maintenance savvy car owner. 2. Change the [...]
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Don’t drop the ball on your New Year’s resolutions. This year, try some resolutions that are easy to keep and will protect you and your family well into next January and beyond. Try these resolutions: 1. Don’t be a distracted driver – Many vehicle crashes are avoidable if people would just pay closer attention to [...]
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Driving in winter weather can be dangerous. If you must go out, be sure you’re prepared for anything. The Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation offer the following winter driving and automobile tips: -Prepare your vehicle for winter by checking your antifreeze, battery, tires and windshield wiper fluid. [...]
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Posted in Car Care Month, Car Insurance on Oct 27th, 2010
While the month may almost be over, it’s never too late to take a second look at your car and see if it needs some basic maintenance. This can help keep your car running longer and may save you from potentially costly repair bills down the road. Here are six simple tips for you. Check [...]
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The purpose of a good car insurance policy is to keep a driver and a vehicle fully protected from the financial ramifications of an accident, and every driver should spend a bit of time choosing an accurate amount of coverage when shopping for a new car insurance policy. Most drivers realize that they need liability [...]
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Buying auto insurance can sometimes seem as overwhelming and confusing as buying the car itself. In addition, different states vary in their requirements for limits and coverage. There are so many companies, options, and differences in price that you may feel unsure about what it all means. But waiting until after an accident happens to [...]
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Strategy #1 – Combine your Car and Home with the same insurance company. Multi-policy discounts range from 5-15% off. Strategy #2 – Utilize Higher Deductibles – remove optional coverages on your older cars. Many people still carry low deductibles on their home and car insurance. If you are willing to increase your deductible (or remove [...]
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Choosing the right car insurance company might be one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Finding that your car insurance company doesn’t back you up after you’ve had an accident can be financially devastating. You can avoid the headaches of dealing with a company you thought was going to honor its claims by [...]
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