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The Mythbuster Machine | Insurance facts you should know
Most industries have their fair share of misbeliefs and misconceptions around what they provide and how they work—and the insurance industry is no exception. You might be surprised how many insurance “facts” you’ve been adhering to are actually, well, myths. In our new series, we’re hopping in Elephant’s Mythbuster Machine to take on some of… Read More
Do car insurance rates go down when you turn 25?
For car insurance providers, age is one of the many factors considered when determining your insurance rate. Why? Your age is often a good indicator of your driving experience and accident risk. When you’ve had more time and practice behind the wheel, you’re much less likely to get into an accident—meaning you’ll cost your insurance… Read More
How Does Your Vehicle Affect Your Car Insurance?
Car insurance can feel complicated sometimes, from what it covers to why we end up paying what we do. That’s why we’re here to break down at least one of these great car insurance unknowns: does the car you drive affect what you pay for car insurance. Keep reading to see what details about your… Read More
Does your credit score affect your insurance rate?
Throughout much of the United States, consumers are being praised for their credit credentials. In its sixth annual State of Credit Study, Experian found that the national VantageScore average for Americans was 669, up three points from its previous analysis done in 2014.
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Renters Insurance for College Students
Welcome (back) to college! Between picking your classes, planning your new schedule, and finding some time to socialize, your plate is probably already full. And insurance of any type is probably the last thing that you want to think about. However, no matter the card you’ve been dealt, unfortunate circumstances can happen to anyone and… Read More
Auto Insurance for College Students
We get it—researching auto insurance as a college student for the first time can be overwhelming. Between the hidden fees and the jargon, navigating the landscape can be confusing in some scenarios—and downright frustrating in others. That’s why we’ve created this guide. Whether you’re looking to buy your own insurance, or need to be added… Read More
Hurricane Season Guide
There are no guarantees when it comes to the weather. A long-range forecast may say one thing today, but by tomorrow, what was supposed to be a warm and sunny period can turn into a cool and cloudy one seemingly overnight. That’s because meteorology is an inexact science.
Breaking Down Life Insurance
We all want to protect our loved ones. But did you know that one of the best ways you can do so is with life insurance? Your life insurance policy provides dependents financial stability by safeguarding final expenses, lost income, mortgages, educational costs, and more if something were to happen to you. Life insurance is… Read More
COVID and Car Insurance: What’s the Same and What Has Changed?
It’s hard to believe that in the United States, we’ve been under some level of stay-at-home measure or quarantine due to COVID-19 for about two months already. The news seems to change from day to day (sometimes even from hour to hour), and time seems to have congealed into some amorphous blob that is somehow… Read More
What to Do in An Accident with Your Pet
In the last decade, auto innovation has come so far in keeping us safe on the roads in the event of an accident. With all the latest safety features that are becoming more common on the roads, highway fatalities continue to be on the decline. But for all the latest and greatest safety technology, nothing… Read More
The Benefits of Using a Direct-to-Consumer Insurance Provider
Every day, you can accomplish so much with just a few touches on our digital devices: take a college class, order in dinner, or even buy a car and have it delivered right to our front door. Why shouldn’t you also be able to buy insurance from the comfort of our couch or kitchen table… Read More
What to Check During National Car Care Month
Did you know that April is National Car Care Month? Now is the perfect time to spring into action—whether that means giving your car some extra TLC or resolving an issue you overlooked this winter. No matter how well you take of your vehicle throughout the year, there are always proactive, preventive measures you can… Read More
Ergonomics: What they are and how they affect your drive.
If you’ve ever bought a car, you most likely went on a few test drives to see how each car suited you. It’s important that your car drive well of course, but there’s a chance you may have been unconsciously testing for more. Every time you get behind the wheel, you’re responding to the design… Read More