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What affects the price of auto insurance? Insured Driver and Additional drivers profile Age Driving history Credit profile Insured Automobile Type and age of vehicle Cost of vehicle Safety options on the vehicle (type of brakes, body construction, crash test data etc) Estimated miles expected to be driven Other Deductible Amount – the lower out of pocket deductible, the higher the insurance premium. Amount of coverage limits – higher the coverage limits, the higher the premium. Additional and supporting insurance policies – examples of policies that support an auto policy Personal Umbrella Health Insurance Accident Insurance Our auto insurance experts are helping individuals and families in the Union City, CA and surrounding areas, on a daily basis. Give us a call. What about additional drivers and additional vehicles? Some policies (especially comprehensive auto insurance policies) have protection for family members (household members) that drive your vehicles. But, this is not common. Adding additional vehicles is quite simple and will definitely affect your overall premium. Adding additional drivers, while also a simple task, could dramatically affect your policy based on the history of the additional driver. Contact us today and we will help you get this going. Common Auto Insurance coverages Some form of liability is mandatory in almost all states. Many people get the minimum coverage to save costs. But, there are a slew of other coverages that are very important. Collision – covers your own car and property. Property damage – this covers damages to the other motorists cars (involved in the accident) and property. Comprehensive – this covers damages and replacement due to being stolen, fire or water damages. But, in some states this comprehensive coverage also includes ‘Uninsured Motorist’ and a few other coverages. What’s included or bundled into a comprehensive policy can also differ by insurance carrier. Uninsured Motorist – mandatory in many states, this coverages kicks in when the other driver does not have adequate coverage or your vehicle is involved in a hit and run accident (the hit-and-run driver is not identifiable) Car Rental Insurance – this kicks in when you need a rental car while your vehicle is being repaired. Medical Bills – covers deductibles and medical payments not otherwise covered by your health insurance or the other drivers (at fault drivers) insurance. Mandatory in some states. Our agents can help you find great auto insurance rates; we know the specific laws and nuances of auto insurance in and around the Union City, CA area.

What affects the price of auto insurance? Insured Driver and Additional drivers profile Age Driving history Credit profile Insured Automobile Type and age of vehicle Cost of vehicle Safety options on the vehicle (type of brakes, body construction, crash test data etc) Estimated miles expected to be driven Other Deductible Amount – the lower out of pocket deductible, the higher the insurance premium. Amount of coverage limits – higher the coverage limits, the higher the premium. Additional and supporting insurance policies – examples of policies that support an auto policy Personal Umbrella Health Insurance Accident Insurance Our auto insurance experts are helping individuals and families in the Lighthouse Point, FL and surrounding areas, on a daily basis. Give us a call. How to pay for your auto insurance policy? The policy normally is valid for 6 months, and renews every six months, although some policies are annual. You can change auto insurance at any time and get a pro-rated refund if due. Most carriers will give you multiple payment options – Monthly auto debit from your bank account. Pay by mail/check (includes a service fee) Quarterly or bi-monthly payments. What about additional drivers and additional vehicles? Some policies (especially comprehensive auto insurance policies) have protection for family members (household members) that drive your vehicles. But, this is not common. Adding additional vehicles is quite simple and will definitely affect your overall premium. Adding additional drivers, while also a simple task, could dramatically affect your policy based on the history of the additional driver. Contact us today and we will help you get this going.

What about additional drivers and additional vehicles? Some policies (especially comprehensive auto insurance policies) have protection for family members (household members) that drive your vehicles. But, this is not common. Adding additional vehicles is quite simple and will definitely affect your overall premium. Adding additional drivers, while also a simple task, could dramatically affect your policy based on the history of the additional driver. Contact us today and we will help you get this going. Is it easy to switch auto insurance carriers or insurance agents? In short, yes. But, there is a procedure to follow for best results. If your previous carrier is reputable you will get a pro-rated refund fairly quickly. An insurance agent can help you with this process. You want to make sure you have coverage in place with the new carrier before you cancel your policy with the old carrier. This is important as you do not want to be uninsured for even a few hours. When switching agents but keeping the same carrier, a Broker-of-record (BOR) letter may need to be completed by your new agent (signed by you) When switching carriers but keeping the same agent – this could be quite simple if the agent has a partnership with the new carrier. If not, your agent can advise you of the procedure, which may involve switching to another agent (which may require some additional paperwork) Auto Insurance coverages explained Bodily-injury liability insurance is mandatory in all states. The exceptions or workarounds are - New Hampshire (personal responsibility requirement by owner/driver) Virginia (uninsured motorist fee) Mississippi (motorists can post bonds) So, at the very minimum all drivers must have bodily-injury liability insurance or some form of protection for damages to the drivers of the vehicles involved, their passengers and even pedestrians. Our auto insurance experts have helped many folks in the Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas. Get in touch, we can help you too.

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Common Exclusions Please note, coverage does vary by insurer and it will include additional exclusions other than the examples below. It would be best to thoroughly review your policy to know exactly what your policy does and doesn't cover. Damage to Your Work - Usually, commercial general liability policies exclude coverage for property damage to your work. Damage to Your Product - Commercial general liability policies will not cover property damage to your product. Contractual Liability - Commercial general liability policies exclude coverage for bodily injury or property damage that you are obligated to pay because you assumed liability in a contract or agreement. Recall of Products, Work, or Impaired Property - Commercial general liability policies will not pay the cost to recall faulty products, work, or impaired property. You do have the option to add this coverage to the policy by endorsement for an additional cost. Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability - Commercial general liability policies don’t provide coverage for workers' compensation, or employer's liability. There may be other exclusions that apply on a local level to the Sorrento, FL and surrounding areas. How business (liability) insurance works. The general liability coverage of a business insurance policy outlines the maximum amount the insurance company will pay against a liability claim. For example, if your business gets sued for $250,000 for medical costs associated with an injury plus an additional $100,000 in legal fees, but your coverage amount is maxed at $300,000, then you would be responsible for paying the difference of $50,000. Now, if you are on the higher end of the risk scale, and already have general liability insurance, you can also opt for excess insurance or business umbrella insurance that increases your coverage limits. This will cover you in situations in which you’re worried that your existing coverage won’t cover all your costs should someone file and win a claim against you. Our agents have helped many businesses in the Sorrento, FL and surrounding areas. Get in touch, we can help you too. What does it cost? It’s difficult to come up with any tangible estimate as it varies greatly based on the coverage you need, type of business, revenue earned, exposure profile of the business; what other additional policies you have, etc. But, by way of example - let's take a small marketing services firm (office workers), that has 5 employees (including one owner - 100%). All the employees work indoors, do not use their cars for work purposes, no goods to move, has a company informational website (but no real cyber liability exposure), has clients than typically pay about $20,000 per year in fees to the firm. The firm needs $1M million in coverage and $2 million in aggregate coverage. A firm such as this can expect to pay somewhere between $500 and $2,500 a year in general liability insurance coverage. This is an example only - actual costs will vary. Your state, local county regulations and rule could affect the costs of insurance. To learn more from our experts in the Sorrento, FL and surrounding areas, get in touch with us.

Common Exclusions Please note, coverage does vary by insurer and it will include additional exclusions other than the examples below. It would be best to thoroughly review your policy to know exactly what your policy does and doesn't cover. Damage to Your Work - Usually, commercial general liability policies exclude coverage for property damage to your work. Damage to Your Product - Commercial general liability policies will not cover property damage to your product. Contractual Liability - Commercial general liability policies exclude coverage for bodily injury or property damage that you are obligated to pay because you assumed liability in a contract or agreement. Recall of Products, Work, or Impaired Property - Commercial general liability policies will not pay the cost to recall faulty products, work, or impaired property. You do have the option to add this coverage to the policy by endorsement for an additional cost. Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability - Commercial general liability policies don’t provide coverage for workers' compensation, or employer's liability. There may be other exclusions that apply on a local level to the North Bergen, NJ and surrounding areas. The Claims Process If an incident occurs that may lead to a claim, you should notify your insurance company or agent immediately. Be prepared to explain what has happened in detail including the time, date, the names of any witnesses, and any other pertinent information. Not all claims will be accepted by the insurance company, however. As a business owner, you are required to file a claim with your insurance carrier. If you have used an agent in the process, then they will help you file the claim. Most business insurance companies allow you to file a claim over the phone and also offer up an online option. Regardless, there is quite a bit of paperwork and details involved, regardless of what the claim may be. The business is then assigned a claim adjuster, who will review the claim and determine if the claim is covered. They may require more paperwork and it may be weeks before you know if the claim is denied or accepted. If denied, you can appeal and submit more information. If accepted, they will give you explicit instructions on how you will get compensated, whether they will be assigning their own attorneys (as needed), or how they will reimburse your company based on the circumstances. To learn more from our experts in the North Bergen, NJ and surrounding areas, get in touch with us. What does it cost? It’s difficult to come up with any tangible estimate as it varies greatly based on the coverage you need, type of business, revenue earned, exposure profile of the business; what other additional policies you have, etc. But, by way of example - let's take a small marketing services firm (office workers), that has 5 employees (including one owner - 100%). All the employees work indoors, do not use their cars for work purposes, no goods to move, has a company informational website (but no real cyber liability exposure), has clients than typically pay about $20,000 per year in fees to the firm. The firm needs $1M million in coverage and $2 million in aggregate coverage. A firm such as this can expect to pay somewhere between $500 and $2,500 a year in general liability insurance coverage. This is an example only - actual costs will vary. Your state, local county regulations and rule could affect the costs of insurance. To learn more from our experts in the North Bergen, NJ and surrounding areas, get in touch with us.

What about Renters and Condo insurance? Condo owners insurance essentially the same as homeowners insurance. There are some differences since there are some factors at play such as Home Owners Associations (HOA’s) and they also carry insurance, but in essence, getting insurance for your condo is comparable (maybe less expensive in some areas) to home owners insurance. A cousin to homeowners (or condo owners) insurance is Renters insurance – this is an increasingly popular policy among people renting. The Great Recession may have been a catalyst as more people resorted to renting rather than buying, but there is data that shows that millennials prefer to rent rather than make a larger investment of their time and money in a home/mortgage. Renters insurance typically covers the valuables in the renter’s apartment/condo/home. The primary insured is the person/s renting the home and the estimated value of their property in the rental unit. It normally covers fire and casualty damage, but there are some additional coverages available in some areas like theft coverage, jewelry/valuables, etc. To learn more from our experts in the Aston, PA and surrounding areas, get in touch with us. How to pay for homeowners insurance? This can vary greatly, as you would expect. Here are some affecting factors – Insurers give homeowners monthly pay options (with an additional service fee), an annual prepay and sometimes a quarterly pay. You can also get the insurance premium ‘impounded’ with your mortgage payment – where your mortgage servicer collects the money from you as part of your monthly mortgage fee (plus home insurance dues), and they in turn put the additional payments into an escrow account and disburse the taxes and insurance accordingly on your behalf. When the insurance premiums rise, the mortgage services company adjusts your payment structure accordingly. To learn more from our experts in the Aston, PA and surrounding areas, get in touch with us. What is homeowners insurance? An insurance policy for your home normally has at the very minimum fire and casualty coverages – that’s dwelling (property) and valuables coverage for the value (and valuables) of your home/property. It covers the cost of replacing part or all of the property that was damaged through fire or some casualty (through no negligence of you or anyone living there at the time). With a coverage limit based on what is stated in the policy. Higher coverage limits normally cost more money. There are additional coverages such as flood, earthquake and other local specific coverages that can be obtained. Our agents are well versed in the nuances of home owners insurance in the Aston, PA area.