The type of vehicle insurance and the amount of coverage you need to be legally insured varies from state to state. Florida has two automobile insurance requirements with specific minimum limits; however, there are additional coverages available that drivers should consider depending on their driving needs. Florida's Minimum Vehicle [...]
Automobile insurance coverage is required by Florida law and essential for all vehicles. The Florida Automobile Insurance Toolkit is a free guide with important information about the different types of car insurance and tips about settling a claim. The guide is available in both English and Spanish. What is [...]
Owning a vacation home is a goal for many people. But to protect their investment, second home insurance is required. In most circumstances, homeowners need to buy a separate policy for their vacation home to protect the property against fire, theft, and wind damage. In this article, you can [...]
GAP is the insurance industry's acronym for "Guaranteed Auto Protection." Car gap insurance is a policy that covers the difference between what the insurance company reimburses a policyholder when a vehicle is a total loss after a covered accident and any outstanding loan balance. When financing a vehicle, many [...]
Besides liability insurance, collision insurance and comprehensive insurance are the two most common types of automobile insurance. While collision and comprehensive insurance both pay for damage to a vehicle, the type of damage each policy covers is different. Collision Car Insurance Collision insurance covers damages incurred from a collision [...]
Liability car insurance is a type of vehicle insurance that provides financial protection for a driver found at fault for property damage or injuries to others in an automobile accident. Automotive liability insurance is sometimes called third-party auto insurance since it covers damages incurred by third parties. Types of [...]
Most Florida residents know the Atlantic Hurricane Season begins each year in June and lasts for six months until November 30. The season typically peaks in August and September. The strong winds, rain, and flooding of a hurricane severely impact both lives and property every year, making hurricane preparedness essential. [...]
Floods are the most common natural disaster in the U.S. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) estimates flood damage costs $8.2 billion per year. A report by the environmental action group, First Street Foundation, finds the expected loss in the U.S. to be an estimated $20.3 billion annually. Just [...]
Condo Insurance (also known as an HO-6 insurance policy) is a policy purchased by the condo owner. This type of insurance covers the policyholder’s personal belongings and the interior of the condo from a loss, including one that might make the condo uninhabitable. Many condominium communities require property owners [...]
Insurance is something people buy and hope they don’t need. It is intended to help the policyholder recover from the financial burden following an accident or loss. After an accident, a policyholder makes a formal request to the insurance company for compensation. This request is called a claim. Understanding [...]
