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How Health Care Reform Could Affect America’s Youth

Posted in Health Insurance

February 3rd, 2010
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The debate over health care reform continues to roil the nation, even though the recent election of Republican Senator Scott Brown has put passage of the legislation in doubt. Currently, the Senate version of the bill is idling in the House of Representatives, where Democrats are trying to decide on how best to proceed. If they pass the Senate bill as-is, with none of the revisions they wanted, it will go to directly to President Obama who will sign it into law. That scenario is far from certain, however, and what the final bill will look like remains to be seen.

Insurance Information Institute Offers 9 Tips for Lowering Auto Insurance

Posted in Auto Insurance

February 3rd, 2010
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In an effort to help reduce fraud and help drivers on the road, the Insurance Information Institute is offering nine tips to help lower auto insurance costs.

If you’re looking for a way to lower your auto insurance, then take a look at the following tips:

Pros and Cons of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Posted in Life Insurance

February 2nd, 2010
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Life insurance is one key element for estate planning, but may not cover those who perish due to an accident. That is where accidental death and dismemberment insurance kicks in.

How Scott Brown Could Affect the Nation’s Health Care Policies

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February 1st, 2010
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Democratic Senators had been working diligently to sculpt a health bill that they thought would please enough of the nation to justify being passed. And even though it wasn’t satisfactory to Republicans, it didn’t matter because Democrats carried 60 seats – enough to overcome a Republican filibuster.

Accidents Have Not Gone Down Despite Cell Phone Ban

Posted in Auto Insurance

February 1st, 2010
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A new study released by the Highway Loss Data Institute has found that, despite recent laws that have cropped up banning hand-held cell phones, the number of auto accidents have not decreased. The institute examined insurance claim records in D.C., New York, Connecticut and California, as well as other areas that lack cell phone bans.

68% of Homeowners Use Risky Heating Sources, Survey Says

Posted in Home Insurance

February 1st, 2010
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According to a new survey from Nationwide Insurance, approximately 68 percent of homeowners use alternative heating sources to make it through the winter. These alternative heating sources include fireplaces, wood burning stoves and space heaters. But insurer explains that while these sources may help keep homeowners warm, they cause more fires, which could threaten your homeowners insurance and your life.

The Story Behind the U.S. and Universal Health Care

Posted in Health Insurance

January 28th, 2010
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With all of the debate over health care in recent months, many have questioned whether our current health care system – or the many proposed versions of the health care overhaul – are sufficient enough to provide satisfactory care for the country. In fact, some believe that the United States should operate under a universal health care system like most other countries instead of sticking with private care options. (See our comparison of U.S. health care and the rest of the world)

The Basics of Mexican Auto Insurance

Posted in Auto Insurance

January 27th, 2010
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When the winter cold arrives, many people start thinking about warmer places.

Study Shows Life Insurance Customers Value Their Policies

Posted in Life Insurance

January 27th, 2010
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A December 2009 study from Prudential Financial, Inc. found that despite (and due to) insecurities related to finances, Americans have a growing interest in financial products that offer guarantees. Among those financial products, life insurance polices are particularly popular, that’s according to the life insurer’s study, Life Insurance – A Guarantee in Uncertain Times.

Everything You Need to Know About State Health Insurance Plans

Posted in Health Insurance

January 26th, 2010
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Designed to provide affordable health insurance coverage for people who are too medically risky to get it (without paying impossible amounts), state health insurance plans play an important role in America’s health care system. By gathering together large groups of people who the health insurance industry refuses to cover, state health insurance creates “risk pools” that are large enough to get costs down. The result is affordable health insurance for millions of Americans who desperately need it. Nevertheless, most people are unfamiliar with state health insurance plans and how they operate. Go Insurance Rates takes a look at some of the basic questions and answers about this important social safety net.