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Understanding Insurance - Progressive Insurance Blogs

Our weekly Understanding Insurance blog takes common vehicle insurance topics and questions and explains them in detail. These weekly articles are provided exclusively by Progressive, the third largest auto insurer in the U.S.

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  • When Do You Need Boat Insurance?
    Even after boating season is over, you may think canceling your boat insurance is a good idea to save some money. Here are a few reasons why you may want to keep your boat insurance year-round

  • How Much Home Insurance Is Right?
    One of the largest investments you'll most likely ever make is your home, and naturally, you'll want to insure it adequately. But how do you determine the right amount of homeowners insurance coverage to have?

  • Buying a Bike, Boat, or RV?
    With the right amount of planning, buying your own motorcycle, boat, or RV, can be an easy and enjoyable feat. If you remember things like insurance, accessories, and operating costs, you can enjoy your toys for many balmy seasons ahead.

  • Safe Driving Around 18-Wheelers
    It's important to remember that the mechanics of an 18-wheeler are quite different than the mechanics of a sedan. With this in mind, here are a few things you can do to drive safely as you share the road with 18-wheelers and other large trucks.

  • How to Be a Money-Savvy Pet Parent
    In these tough economic times, turning to a furry friend for unconditional love and support can be the best kind of therapy, but when you're trying to trim everyday costs, how does an existing or new pet fit into the household budget?

  • Auto Insurance Discounts
    Why do companies offer different auto insurance discounts, and what discounts does Progressive offer?

  • Why Wait to Save on Car Insurance?
    With car insurance, you don't have to wait for the new year to begin saving.

  • Why Choose Roadside Assistance?
    Roadside Assistance could be a good coverage choice for you if you've locked your keys in the car, run out of gas or need a battery jump. With Roadside Assistance coverage, we'll send a fast, reliable service provider to you for auto emergencies — whether you're on the freeway or in your own driveway.

  • Halloween Street Safety
    When Halloween arrives, ghouls and goblins emerge to festively trick-or-treat in the chill of the night, but don't let these frightful beings scare away your common sense. Follow these safety tricks as you navigate the roads on foot or by car.

  • Should You Insure Your Golf Cart?
    Though your golf cart may not be your primary mode of transportation, you may still want to insure it with golf cart insurance.

  • Road Tripping With Your Pet
    Why not include your four-legged friends next time you take a jaunt somewhere? The following tips can not only help your pet become a better passenger, they can make a trip more enjoyable for everyone.

  • Stay Ahead of Hurricane Claims
    Since it's the heart of hurricane season, take precautions — if you haven't already — to protect your belongings, including boats and other vehicles, from damage caused by hurricanes or other heavy storms. Here are a few things you can do ahead of time to help you plan for an evacuation.

  • Whose Car Should Your Kids Drive?
    Before you let your child drive someone else's car, or before someone outside the family drives your car, consider these factors.

  • Does Motorcycle Insurance Cover Every Bike You Ride?
    Before you jump on someone else's motorcycle to take it for a spin, do you know if you're covered by motorcycle insurance? What if you're riding your own bike — does your motorcycle coverage apply in all situations? Here are a few things to consider before you decide to hit the road on a Harley — or any other type of motorcycle.

  • Best of: When Should You Drop Collision Coverage?
    Many people with newer cars keep collision coverage on their policies, but they also may not know when or if they should drop this coverage. While there's no set rule for determining whether collision coverage becomes unnecessary for your particular situation, there are some simple considerations to make if you're debating whether or not you should keep it on your policy. We've outlined them here.

  • Considering Boat Insurance? What You Should Know.
    If you're in the market for your own watercraft — or if you're about to wheel your own boat to the water for some sun-soaked fun — remember that it's also a good time to consider your boat insurance options.

  • What Happens If You're Involved in an Out-of-Town Accident?
    Though they may not happen often, out-of-town accidents do occur. If you're involved in one, here are a few things to know.

  • Complete Your Home Inventory Easily
    It's a good idea to maintain an ongoing inventory of your belongings even after you've purchased homeowners or renters insurance. Here are a few tips to help you complete a home inventory rather easily.

  • What to Do After Your Car Is Vandalized
    If you have Comprehensive coverage on your vehicle, your auto insurance will often cover this type of damage. Even if you have the proper coverage, there are some steps you should take to ensure the damage is covered by your auto policy. File a Claim. Whenever you need to make an auto insurance claim, your policy outlines what you should do.

  • Should you buy insurance from a rental car company?
    If you're renting a car, think about what you need before you purchase supplemental insurance or a damage waiver. To help you decide whether you should opt for the insurance offered by rental car companies, consider the following.

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