Skip to the content

Tag: Auto

Protecting Yourself from Carjacking

Carjacking has risen in prevalence both locally and nationally.  According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, a division of The United States Department of Justice, carjacking is “completed or attempted robbery of a motor vehicle by a stranger to the victim. It differs from other motor vehicle theft because the victim is present and the offender uses or threatens to use force.”  According to their...

Factors That Affect Your Auto Insurance Premium

For residents of the 48 of the 50 states that require liability coverage, car insurance is a fact of life, and becoming a more expensive one, at that.  According to an article from Consumer Reports, “Consider how much insurers are paying out in claims. While the long-term trend shows that the number of accidents is declining, the average payout on the accidents that do occur...

Meet your Local Agent Scott Johnston

Middle Tennesseans can’t watch television, listen to the radio, or even leave their house without getting bombarded with ads for insurance carriers.  The media is saturated with the next silly commercial trying to grab your attention. The temptation can be great to call one of those companies and get a quote from one of their call centers. With so many carriers to choose from, what...

Think You Know Auto Insurance? Take Our Pop Quiz

    I’ll pay higher car insurance for a red car.     Liability insurance is required in every state.     A hybrid or electric car will cost more to insure than a comparable conventional vehicle.     If I don’t have enough money to pay car insurance premiums, there won’t be any problem if I let my coverage lapse – as long as...

Save Money While Avoiding These Costly Insurance Mistakes

In today’s economy many people are seeking ways to cut costs and save money. Cutting corners on your insurance might appear to save you money in the short run but could cost you dearly in the long run! “When money is tight, it's extremely important to be financially protected against a catastrophe with the right amount and type of insurance,” said Jeanne M. Salvatore, senior...