When to Skip the Additional Rental Car Insurance

Written By Charlotte Insurance on February 26, 2019. It has 0 comments.

person driving a rental car wondering if they need rental car insurance

We’ve all been there. You’re standing at the car rental counter, ready to get on your way, and you’re inundated with all the risk and reasons why you should buy rental car insurance. The sweet deal you got for the rental disappears as you’re looking at $50 more per day to rent a car if […]

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Moving? Don’t Forget to Update Your Insurance Agent

Written By Charlotte Insurance on February 21, 2019. It has 0 comments.

a moving box with a dog in it that belongs to someone who needs to contact their insurance agent

When you’re in the middle of a move, there are a lot of things to remember. It’s easy for important things to slip through the cracks, like contacting your insurance agent. Your insurance coverage needs to be updated when you move, especially your auto insurance. Notify Your Agent as Soon as Possible  Ideally, as soon […]

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Dealing with Hail Damage

Written By Charlotte Insurance on February 15, 2019. It has 0 comments.

a car with hail damage

Hailstorms can pop up out of seemingly nowhere. You don’t know how bad it will be or how long it will last. The damage can be as minimal as pebbles bouncing off your car or as severe as golf balls or bigger raining down on your vehicle. Hail damage, big or small, shouldn’t be ignored.  […]

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Vehicle Maintenance You Can’t Ignore

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 21, 2019. It has 0 comments.

a man performing vehicle maintenance following our tips

Vehicle maintenance and repairs usually creates one of two feelings in people: annoyance or stress. Many drivers get annoyed because they don’t have time to take their car into the shop and they don’t want to deal with mechanics. Drivers who stress out are often fearful of what might be found and how much it’s […]

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Teen Drivers: Avoiding Risky Behavior

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 15, 2019. It has 0 comments.

a teen driver at risk because she's not driving safely

Knowing your child is old enough to drive is both a life-changing moment and, for many parents, a terrifying idea. How is it possible that your baby is capable of driving a vehicle – weren’t they just learning to walk? And how do you keep them safe, knowing all the dangers out on the road? […]

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The Importance of an Annual Insurance Review

Written By Charlotte Insurance on January 3, 2019. It has 0 comments.

a man on a call discussing his annual insurance review with his charlotte insurance agent.

A lot can happen in a year. Your oldest moves out and into their own apartment. You remodel your home. Your youngest begins to drive. By the time the new year rolls around, it’s always amazing to think about how much has happened. Most people don’t realize how much those life changes also impact your […]

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Celebrate the New Year Safely

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 27, 2018. It has 0 comments.

champagne bottles on ice at a new year's eve party where people are celebrating the new year safely

New Year’s Eve is a time to ring out the old and ring in the new. New Year’s Eve parties are filled with people, fun, and, plenty of alcohol. There’s nothing wrong with responsibly enjoying a couple of drinks, but you need to think about staying safe. Whether you’re a host or a party-goer, keep […]

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Insuring Valuable Gifts

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 21, 2018. It has 0 comments.

a woman giving a valuable gift that needs to be insured

Getting a nice gift at the holidays can be a wonderful surprise. Maybe it was a piece of jewelry that they never expected. It might have been a new car or something to add to a growing collection. Beyond the sentimental value, these gifts are also monetarily valuable. If they break or are lost, the […]

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Is Buying a Car with a Salvage Title Ever a Good Thing?

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 18, 2018. It has 0 comments.

a car with a salvage title - should you buy it?

You’ve found a vehicle at a ridiculously low price, but when you investigate further, you find out it has a salvage title. Before you part with your hard-earned money, make sure you understand what you’re getting with this vehicle. What is a Salvage Title A salvage title is given to vehicles that have been involved […]

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Preparing Your Home and Car for Winter

Written By Charlotte Insurance on December 17, 2018. It has 0 comments.

a winter road

In the warm days of spring and summer, it’s easy to forget that colder weather is on its way. Every year, winter seems to take us all by surprise, even when we’re desperate for the heat to end. But winter is coming. You can prepare for it now and prevent problems, accidents, and insurance claims. […]

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