Entries from Consumer Insurance Blog tagged with 'insurance'
Life events that should trigger a call to your insurance agent
All too often, people only think about insurance when they have a loss or when it's time for an annual insurance policy such as auto or homeowners to renew. That's just human nature. Yet insurance is an important part of...
Insurance issues for U.S. military service members & their families
On this Veteran's Day 2009, we recognize and salute all U.S. veterans. We appreciate your service to our great country - thank you! For those who would like to show appreciation in a concrete way - why not hire a...
Are you an "accidental landlord" or a "reluctant landlord?"
One byproduct of the difficult economy is an increase in the number of reluctant landlords. Many homeowners have been forced to relocate for jobs or other reasons but they can't sell their first house so they rent it out. Others...
Insurance coverage benefits you may not know about
If you're like many insurance consumers, when you get your annual homeowners, condo or renter's insurance policy, you simply file it away in a drawer and don't give it another thought. Many people barely glance at the fine print and...
Scammers thrive in bad economy, recessions
When times are tough, rest assured there are always scam artists around to try to make things worse. The Federal Trade Commission recently announced that it is launching a major sweep to target fraudsters and scammers who proliferate in economic...
Insurance issues related to Michael Jackson's cancelled tour - and your next big event...
In the wake of Michael Jackson's untimely death at a relatively young age, much is riding on the results of his autopsy and a ruling on the cause of his death. Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) is estimated to have about...
Vacation and second home insurance
If you’re planning a trip to a vacation home, it's a good idea to think about insurance coverage before you go. Whether you plan to vacation in a second home or visit a time share, a rental property, or a...
Don't be a victim: be alert for insurance fraud and scams
Especially in this tough economy, The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is warning consumers to keep their guard up to avoid becoming victims of insurance fraud. When it comes to insurance pricing, it's best to adhere to the old...
Frequent insurance question: I'm not covered? Why not?
This post was written by Pat Long of Eldredge & Lumpkin Insurance Agency There’s been more than one occasion when a customer called or visited to report a claim, and I have had to tell them they are not covered....
Careful what you Tweet - crooks could be using social networks, too
Millions of people are sharing real time activities with friends, family and colleagues through online social networks like Twitter and Facebook. If you are one among those millions, be aware that there may be some other parties that find your...
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