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Fewer Teens Believe Texting and Driving is as Dangerous Drinking and Driving

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September 20th, 2010
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A new State Farm Insurance survey shows that many teens don’t believe texting while driving has as severe an impact on safety as drunk driving. The study, conducted for the insurer by Harris Interactive, shows just how lightly teenagers take the fatal consequences of this dangerous act.

Insurers Push for NFIP Extension Before Sept. 30 Deadline

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September 6th, 2010
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The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has a long history of frequent expirations due to Congress failing to make a decision in time, so insurers are taking it upon themselves to remind them before it’s too late. In case lawmakers aren’t sure about then the program will expire this time, insurance companies have their bullhorns ready to shout: Sept. 30!

Private Insurance Market Pulling Back from National Flood Insurance Program

Posted in Home Insurance , State Farm

August 27th, 2010
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A number of private insurance companies are reconsidering participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) after a Congressional stall and massive losses. The future of the NFIP has been in question for some time as Congress looks at ways to provide flood insurance to individuals in need. However, after suffering through months of ups and downs in the insurance sector, some insurers think the best solution is to pull out.

Today’s News: Nonprofit Health Insurers Hoard Cash, State Farm Sheds Home Insurance Customers and Ohio Auto Insurance Stays the Same for 40 Years

Posted in Auto Insurance , Blue Cross Blue Shield , Health Insurance , Home Insurance , State Farm

August 9th, 2010
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Reports show that many nonprofit health insurers have been hoarding cash, State Farm Insurance plans to drop home insurance customers and liability auto insurance in the state of Ohio has remained unchanged for 40 years.

Nonprofit Health Insurers Hoard Billions in Cash

State Farm Asks Toyota to Reimburse Pedal Claims

Posted in Auto Insurance , State Farm

April 22nd, 2010
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Only months after Toyota recalled millions of vehicles for faulty sticky pedals, auto insurer State Farm is asking the car manufacturer to reimburse it for claims paid out on associated crashes.

According to a recent USA Today article, the auto insurance company is demanding repayment from Toyota for an amount that could total between $20 and $30 million.

Cool iPhone App Improves Driving Skills and Offers Insurance Discount

Posted in Auto Insurance , State Farm

March 30th, 2010
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In order to help young drivers improve their skills behind the wheel, State Farm Insurance has released a free iPhone app with a driving lesson component. But what’s really cool about this app is that those who utilize it may also be able to receive save on auto insurance with a discount from the insurer.

Florida Auto Insurance Rates Increase

Posted in Auto Insurance , State Farm

February 8th, 2010
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In the state of Florida, recent reports show that State Farm has increased auto insurance rates by 9.2 percent. This increase in rates is said to affect a large number of clients in the state. At last count, the affected policyholders totaled 2.7 million.

Why Are Rates Increasing?

Everything You Need to Know About State Farm Roadside Assistance

Posted in Auto Insurance , State Farm

February 7th, 2010
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When it comes to emergency assistance programs like State Farm roadside assistance, you can drive with confidence even in an older vehicle. These days, many businesses are getting in the game by providing their customers with this useful benefit. Many insurance companies and even credit card providers have some type of roadside assistance program available for their customers, and many more will begin offering it as they do not want to be behind the game. But while this is a great option for making sure you’ll get help while driving, you need to know more about the program in order to determine if it’s right for you.

State Farm Increases Home Insurance Rates for Gulf Area Homeowners

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November 15th, 2009
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According to Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney, State Farm home insurance policyholders residing in the Gulf Coast could be seeing a price increase of almost 20%. Chaney recently shut down a proposed 45% rate hike and approved the 19% increase for wind related insurance services provided by State Farm Fire and Casualty Co. But the bad news doesn’t end there.

Benefits of State Farm Roadside Assistance

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October 9th, 2009
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Those looking for emergency roadside assistance have several options in the state of Florida, and State Farm’s Road Ranger program is one of the best they can choose.

Road Ranger History

What originally started as a 7 vehicle team of helpers has now evolved into a 13-car crew, and their number one goal is to help travelers who are stranded or in need.