ComputerHunter.org

 

Do Insurance Premiums Increase Every Year?


Many people ask, "If I am supposed to get a renewal discount, why do my premiums seem to increase with each renewal?" The answer is not always so simple. Each year, new vehicles cost more then they did the previous year. It will probably cost more to fix a damaged vehicle than it did last year, or five years ago when you first bought your current policy. However, in many cases, your renewal premium will be less. Some factors that contribute to decreases in your premiums are straightforward.

According to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.), the cost of auto insurance is expected to rise only 3.5% in 2004, the smallest increase over the last four years. Why? The number of auto accidents is on the decline due to better drivers and safer cars as well as crackdowns on fraud and abuse. However, due to the rising costs for medical care, vehicle repairs and skyrocketing jury awards the potential of price increases remain a problem. Rising automobile theft rates and fraud will keep costs higher for motorists in some states, such as Florida, Massachusetts, and New York.

The projected increase represents a substantial slowdown from 2003 when auto insurance costs rose by 7.8 percent, the I.I.I. observed. The average cost for auto insurance nationwide for 2004 is estimated at $871, an increase of $29 per vehicle from last year.

Unfortunately, even though drivers are filing fewer claims these days, the claims that are filed are costing the insurance companies more than they used to. It is costing more to repair cars as the amount of damage sustained in crashes is up from what it was a few years ago. Some in the industry feel this is due to accidents involving sport utility vehicles.

The cost of medical coverage is also increasing. This year insurers could pay as much as $20 billion in medical claims. Higher costs for hospitalization, medical care, medication and associated legal costs are also to blame.

What can you expect to pay for insurance? In many cases, your renewal discount will offset a rate increase from your company. It can become hard to keep track of increases if you make many changes to your policy. When you move to a new residence or get a newer vehicle as these factors affect the rate you pay. Your driving record is also one of the factors the insurance company uses in determining your rate. Go to http://www.carinsurance.com. Not only will you get the rates of various insurance companies, you will see the A.M. Best rating for each company along side their rates for you personal situation.

Now is the time for your fingers to punch their way to a quick rate analysis and view the ratings at the same time.

Visit http://www.carinsurance.com to Check Out the Lowest Premiums Available!

Jon Register is a representative of CarInsurance.com. You can visit CarInsurance.com at http://www.carinsurance.com or contact them at 1-877-327-8728.

CarInsurance.com's online insurance marketplace gives an opportunity to consumers and to insurance companies. We offer the ability to shop for car insurance online.

Consumers can receive quotes from many insurance companies, in some states you are able to purchase your insurance instantly, online. You don't have to drive your car to buy car insurance. Buy online...anytime!







Google News - Top Stories

CTV.ca

Auto bailout request increases
CNNMoney.com - 35 minutes ago
GM is asking for up to $18 billion in federal loans while Ford asks for up to $9 billion, meaning that the Big Three now wants more than the $25 billion they originally sought.
Ford tries a new tune MarketWatch
UPDATE 1-Hoyer hopes for auto action next week by Congress Reuters
New York Times - The Associated Press - Washington Post - Forbes
all 2,185 news articles


Reuters South Africa

Obama Promises Quick Relief for Governors
New York Times - 2 hours ago
By BRIAN KNOWLTON President-elect Barack Obama turned from national security to domestic concerns on Tuesday, telling the country’s governors that his administration would not delay in pushing an economic recovery plan that would bring relief to the ...
Governors appeal to Obama for aid Bizjournals.com
Obama reaches out to governors Salt Lake Tribune
Reuters - Bloomberg - Voice of America
all 1,585 news articles


The Miami Herald

Martinez Won’t Seek Re-Election
New York Times - 57 minutes ago
By Damien Cave Senator Mel Martinez of Florida, one of the Republican Party’s most prominent Hispanic leaders, announced Tuesday he will not seek a second term in 2010.
Martinez will not seek re-election Bizjournals.com
Could 2010 be the Democrats' big year in the Senate? Los Angeles Times
RTT News - Washington Post - The Miami Herald - Right Pundits
all 441 news articles


Mumbai Attacks Linked to Pakistan Militants, US Official Says
Bloomberg - 40 minutes ago
By Bibhudatta Pradhan and Jeff Bliss Dec. 3 (Bloomberg) -- There are strong indications the Mumbai attackers who killed 195 people are linked to a Pakistan- based group of Islamist militants seeking to drive India out of divided Kashmir, ...
Police: Mumbai gunmen came by sea from Pakistan The Associated Press
US Renews Call for Pakistani Cooperation in Mumbai Attack ... Voice of America
Reuters - Christian Science Monitor - International Herald Tribune - Wall Street Journal
all 2,763 news articles


CollegeOTR

Local ornament makes White House Christmas special
Boston Globe - 25 minutes ago
Jessica Swegel decorated the ornament with a farm landscape that depicts a tree and picket fence dusted with fresh snow. By Mike Bello, Globe Staff A Mission Hill art teacher is helping to bring Massachusetts' special brand of Christmas cheer to the ...
White House nixes tree ornament for impeachment The Associated Press
Subversive Xmas Tree Ornament Won't Hang from White House Tree ABC News
Seattle Post Intelligencer - Seattle Times - KARE - CollegeOTR
all 174 news articles

Google
 

Copyright © 2006 Computer Hunter - A Division of Arthur´s Job Base