According to the article "Ohio DOI Unveils New Online Service for Ohio Agents" on insurancejournal.com, the Ohio Department of Insurance (DOI) announced that it will be providing a new online service that will help about 81,000 licensed Ohio insurance agents to keep track of their continuing education credit through the Internet.
Ohio resident insurance agents are able to log onto the Ohio DOI website to find their continuing education status, and find information about approved courses and other licensing opportunities and requirements.
Insurance companies can see the status of agents if they subscribe to the service as well. It's available 24 hours a day and the service makes it extremely convenient for agents to verify their information and keep track of their status and goals.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
State Farm Insurance Keeping Us Healthy
State Farm Insurance, which carries different forms of insurance, including auto insurance and health insurance, is giving the nation a weight loss challenge. The challenge is to lose 50 million pounds collectively according to the article “Insurance agency challenges Americans to lose weight” on wqow.com.
State Farm Insurance agent Bob Johnson points out that the healthier you are the less likely you are to see a doctor which will eventually affect your insurance rates. Living a healthy lifestyle leads to a longer, higher quality life in addition to health insurance savings.
Registration can be completed online and participants are able to track their progress and obtain tips on how to start a healthier life. State Farm Insurance is offering a health kit which includes a pedometer and an information pamphlet. You can also obtain a State Farm insurance quote online.
State Farm Insurance agent Bob Johnson points out that the healthier you are the less likely you are to see a doctor which will eventually affect your insurance rates. Living a healthy lifestyle leads to a longer, higher quality life in addition to health insurance savings.
Registration can be completed online and participants are able to track their progress and obtain tips on how to start a healthier life. State Farm Insurance is offering a health kit which includes a pedometer and an information pamphlet. You can also obtain a State Farm insurance quote online.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Auto Insurance Requirement for CARS Program
State Farm auto insurance is reminding everyone that the Federal Government’s Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS program or “Cash for Clunkers”) requires participants carry auto insurance for their trade-in according to the article by Tony Potts on Coos Valley News' website.
Last week the US Senate agreed to extend the CARS program until Labor Day offering a great opportunity for many auto owners to receive the tax benefit. By trading in an older, less fuel efficient car for a new one, you will receive a tax credit. Keep in mind though that there are requirements, one of which includes having auto insurance. Trade-ins must be registered and insured for the full year before you decide to trade it in.
This is a reminder of how important it is for all cars to be covered by auto insurance. Uninsured drivers are a risk to everyone on the road, and it is the law in most states. Get a State Farm insurance quote if you are not yet insured.
Last week the US Senate agreed to extend the CARS program until Labor Day offering a great opportunity for many auto owners to receive the tax benefit. By trading in an older, less fuel efficient car for a new one, you will receive a tax credit. Keep in mind though that there are requirements, one of which includes having auto insurance. Trade-ins must be registered and insured for the full year before you decide to trade it in.
This is a reminder of how important it is for all cars to be covered by auto insurance. Uninsured drivers are a risk to everyone on the road, and it is the law in most states. Get a State Farm insurance quote if you are not yet insured.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Auto Insurance and Clunkers for Cash
Many individuals are thinking about trading in their older cars for new, more fuel efficient cars to earn some extra money through the government’s tax benefit called CARS (Car Allowance Rebate System). Unfortunately, higher auto insurance rates may minimize the benefits of trading in an older car according to an article on insurance.com.
Buying a fuel efficient car is of course beneficial for our environment, but new cars often have higher auto insurance costs because they are pricier to fix and replace. You could end up offsetting the tax savings from the CARS program. One good thing is that fuel efficient cars do cut gas costs weekly right away so there are savings there, but auto insurance rates can cost you more money over time so shopping around is crucial. According to a study from women-drivers.com, only about 22% of drivers shopped for auto insurance before making a purchase of a policy. Auto insurance rates are currently relatively low, so shopping around is a good idea.
The CARS program is still a great initiative towards cleaning up our environment, but it may not benefit everyone. It's always important to do your homework when trading in or buying a new auto.
Buying a fuel efficient car is of course beneficial for our environment, but new cars often have higher auto insurance costs because they are pricier to fix and replace. You could end up offsetting the tax savings from the CARS program. One good thing is that fuel efficient cars do cut gas costs weekly right away so there are savings there, but auto insurance rates can cost you more money over time so shopping around is crucial. According to a study from women-drivers.com, only about 22% of drivers shopped for auto insurance before making a purchase of a policy. Auto insurance rates are currently relatively low, so shopping around is a good idea.
The CARS program is still a great initiative towards cleaning up our environment, but it may not benefit everyone. It's always important to do your homework when trading in or buying a new auto.
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