Friday, March 15, 2013Some may view them as science fiction gone wild. Others see them as indispensable, possibly life-saving tools. Regardless of your feelings about Global Positioning Systems (GPS), they continue to occupy the dashboards of millions of U.S. vehicles each year. READ MORE >>
Friday, March 8, 2013(MoneyWatch) How far would you go to get a discount on your auto insurance? With premiums that cost the average consumer about $1,600 annually, it appears there isn't much some consumers wouldn't do to cut their rates, according to a survey of 500 drivers done by CarInsurance.com. Specifically: READ MORE >>
Monday, February 18, 2013It is difficult to decide just how much insurance you need to have on your home to keep your family financially protected. But the actual process of selecting appropriate figures is much simpler than you might think if you break the idea of insurance down and apply its real purpose to your individual circumstance. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 15, 2013Hail to the chief! If you’re in the market for a new car, depending on what type of vehicle you’re looking for, President’s Day Weekend may be the time to find it. In addition to certain discounts from the automakers, dealerships also may be offering deals or incentives to buy. READ MORE >>
Friday, January 18, 2013It can be overwhelming to shop for auto insurance, given the number of insurance agencies and the wide array of products available. From online price wars to cash incentives offered by some of the biggest auto insurance brands, it’s not uncommon for a vehicle owner to make a decision based on misinformation, rather than facts. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 7, 2012SACRAMENTO -- In California, two earthquake insurance companies are lowering their rates. Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones announced Friday that he approved a 15.5% rate reduction for Chubb Insurance. The average annual premium will fall to $5,021 from $5,940, according to the state Department of Insurance. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 20, 2012You have leased a car, but how do you insure it? It might be easier to stick with the same insurance company that you use for the car you own, but it may not always be the most cost effective choice for your coverage. Sometimes it may be best to look at other companies and see if you can find lower rates. READ MORE >>
Monday, November 12, 2012MARTINEZ -- Contra Costa officials will step up investigation into insurance fraud with the help of a $1.3 million state grant designed to fund the aggressive effort, the district attorney said Friday.
The California Department of Insurance and Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office anno... READ MORE >>
Monday, November 5, 2012People whose homes were damaged by super storm Sandy will soon find out whether or not they have enough and the right kind of insurance to rebuild. In other recent disasters, one-half to two-thirds of homeowners discovered after the fact that they were underinsured, often by hundreds of thousands of dollars, according to surveys by consumer group United Policyholders. READ MORE >>
Friday, October 19, 2012California's workers' compensation insurance premiums rank as the third highest in the nation, according to a study by the Oregon Department of Consumer & Business Services. The Golden State trails only isolated Alaska -- you can see Russia from there -- and Connecticut, according to the report, which was noted Friday in Insurance Journal, an online trade publication. READ MORE >>
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