Archive for October, 2010

Ways to Keep the Premiums of a Caravan Insurance Policy under Control

By Neil Anderson

Any vehicle on the road needs to be appropriately insured for the vehicle owner to rest easy. This even includes a vehicle that does not drive itself and is actually towed by a car. Caravans are one of the most relaxing ways to go on an extended holiday.

However, since they cost so much they need to be protected through every means possible or you will find yourself dealing with major financial setbacks. One of the most reliable methods of protecting your investment i.e. the caravan is to purchase a caravan policy for it. A caravan policy is a policy that is particularly formulated to counter the majority of contingencies that a caravan owner can face during his holiday.

However, one hitch that you may face with purchasing a caravan insurance policy is that they can turn out to be pretty expensive. This expense hits you in the form of the premiums that you have to pay monthly or annually. Heavy premiums can especially become hard to digest if you have already spent a good deal of money on purchasing your caravan resulting in depleted resources. Still, a caravan policy is of utmost importance if you plan on travelling for any extended period of time.

What you need to understand about a caravan policy is that it is only as expensive as the features that it contains. Furthermore, there is so much variety available online that you can choose from the extremely basic and cheap to the highly complex and hence expensive policies. The critical thing to do here is to balance the two aspects as much as you can because a cheap caravan policy might not have enough cover while an expensive caravan policy might be too much for your finances.

The trick of the trade lies in knowing ways to reduce the premiums of any policy whose features are perfect for you. In order to do this, you will need to be open-minded and highly adaptable. The following are tips.

1. Mileage:
The more annual mileage you report to the policy provider, the higher the premium will be. The reason for this is that more annual mileage means higher chances of accidents. Therefore, you should be as realistic about your annual mileage as is possible.

2. Security:
You will see a drastic reduction in the premiums that the policy provider expects you to pay by just installing approved security devices and trackers.

3. Excess:
Voluntary excess is a concept that can also reduce the premiums of the caravan policy.

Despite these options being available to you, you should still try to find the most cost effective caravan insurance policy by using multiple caravan insurance quotes. Caravan insurance quotes are virtually perfect for you to compare policies because they carry relevant information pertaining to the policies such as the total insured amount and the premiums. In order to acquire multiple quotes, all you will need to do is give certain basic information like your personal details and requirements.

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For further information regarding caravan insurance quotes visit http://www.safeguarduk.co.uk/insurance-quote/caravan-insurance.aspx

What Does An Average Caravan Policy Contain?

By Neil Anderson

Accidents are the truth of life. They can occur anywhere, any time and there is no way that you can predict them. The only thing that you do with respect to accidents is to be on the safe side by doing things like driving safely, following all road rules etc. However, even this is not enough because, sometimes, accidents can happen most unexpectedly.

Take for example a caravan that you have recently bought and taken out for its first trip. This caravan is parked in a well respected caravan park in the peace and quiet of a very safe location. However, a loose branch from the tree near your caravan falls on your caravan and ends up seriously damaging it. Now, this is a situation that you could have done nothing about because there is no way for you to know that the branch was loose or about to fall.

If you take such a situation into account, albeit with you holding a caravan insurance policy, then the financial loss that you suffered from that accident would have been rendered moot and redundant. This is just one of the many situations which are rendered effective with the help of your caravan policy. A caravan policy contains many features and benefits that can be availed by you. The following is a list of some basic features of a good caravan policy.

1. Replacement:
There is nothing more painful than losing something so expensive within the first few years. Most policy holders understand the state that this can put the caravan holder in, which is why they include the replacement clause in their policies. As per this clause, if the caravan gets damaged and, subsequently, written off in the first five years, then the policy provider will ensure that you get a new caravan in its place. This clause takes away the worst case scenario that you can think of with respect to your caravan.

2. Accommodation:
However, just the replacement of a written off caravan may not be enough because a new caravan will take time in showing up, and until the time it does you are marooned without appropriate accommodation. This is why most quality caravan policies would include compensation for temporary accommodation should such a situation occur. Usually, this compensation is around the sum of 1,000 pounds.

3. Wide ranged cover:
Caravans are specifically good for long distance travel. Therefore, if you wish to travel through Europe taking in its sights and sounds, then you should get a caravan followed by a caravan policy because most good caravan policies provide Europe wide coverage for a period of 180 days.

There are also many other aspects that play a major role in the quality of a caravan insurance policy. For example, the budgetary considerations are very important. In order to analyse the financial implications of the policy, you should acquire multiple caravan insurance quotes and go about comparing them. Comparing caravan insurance quotes is one of the best methods of finding good caravan insurance policies.

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For further information regarding caravan insurance quotes visit http://www.safeguarduk.co.uk/insurance-quote/caravan-insurance.aspx

Cause Versus Symptom Of Long Term Disability

By Anthony Cruz

Insurers argue that the mental illness limitation applies to any disability in which the insured exhibits symptoms of anxiety or depression, even when these symptoms are secondary to physical conditions such as headache, muscle ache or fatigue. Most courts, however, disagree.

In Lang v. Long Term Disability Plan of Sponsor Applied Remote Technology Inc., the Ninth Circuit Court ruled the mental illness limitation did not apply to disabilities that include mental conditions resulting from physical disorders. The court found that an insured with fibromyalgia a type of soft-tissue rheumatism that affects the muscles and is commonly accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, lack of concentration, changes in mood, anxiety and depression was not subject to the mental illness limitation, even though the insureds initial treating physician was a psychiatrist who diagnosed her with depressive neurosis.

While the insured suffered from fatigue, lack of concentration, changes in mood, anxiety and depression, the depression and anxiety associated with fibromyalgia are believed to be symptoms of this muscular disease, rather than causes of it.

The plaintiff was insured under a long term disability policy that included a 24-month limitation for disabilities caused or contributed to by a mental disorder. While mental disorder was defined as a mental, emotional, behavioral, or stress-related disorder, the policy was silent as to whether the insurer should look to causes or symptoms when determining whether the mental illness limitation applied.

Lang applied for disability benefits, indicating that her inability to work was triggered by stress arising from her job as a contracts manager. She described her symptoms as uncontrollable crying, throwing up before work, and inability to concentrate. Upon receipt of her claim for benefits the insurer informed Lang that the mental illness limitation applied to her claim.

But while Lang was receiving benefits, her family-care physician diagnosed her with fibromyalgia. Armed with her new diagnosis, Lang requested that the insurer reassess its determination to apply the mental illness limitation to her claim. The insurer, however, upheld its initial denial because Lang had failed to establish that her fibromyalgia, separate from psychological factors, was disabling in and of itself.

The court disagreed, finding that the term mental illness was ambiguous in that it could reasonably refer either to illnesses with nonphysical causes, or to illnesses with physical causes, but exhibiting both physical and nonphysical symptoms. Applying the rule of contra proferentem, the court adopted the reasonable interpretation advanced by Lang (i.e., that the phrase mental illness does not include mental conditions resulting from physical disorders.)

The court concluded that Lang was under a disability from the time she originally applied for benefits, noting that there was nothing to indicate the nature of her physical or mental condition had materially changed. Rather, the only change was the diagnosis of the cause of her disability from depression unrelated to any physical disease, to fibromyalgia.

Similarly, in Mongeluzo v. Baxter Travenol Long Term Disability Benefit Plan, the Ninth Circuit Court found that an insured with chronic fatigue syndrome that suffered from fatigue, headaches and muscle weakness and received treatment from a psychiatrist for depression and anxiety did not fall within the policys mental illness limitation because the term was ambiguous.

As the court explained, the policy did not specify whether a disability was to be classified as mental by looking to the cause of the disability, or to its symptoms. In addition, the policy did not make clear whether a disability qualified as a mental illness when it resulted from a combination of physical and mental factors. The court concluded if either a cause or a symptom of the disease were physical and caused the disability in whole or in part, then the mental illness limitation did not apply and benefits were payable.

Both decisions are significant for insureds who may have been misdiagnosed as suffering from a mental condition based on symptoms of depression and anxiety. Individuals with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and other conditions with a combination of physical and mental symptoms should cite these decisions if denied disability benefits based on the mental illness limitation.

About The Author

Anthony Cruz has been marketing for his clients for over ten years through his media contacts. Visit http://www.darraslaw.com/ for additional information.

Health Insurance Plano Texas- Tips and Information for Choosing a Policy

By Charles Peeler

There are more than a quarter of a million residents in Plano, Texas. The average age of these residents is 32 years old, which means that there is a lot of life to live for the residents in this city. When it comes to health insurance, Plano, Texas insurance companies have something to offer for just about everyone. Finding health insurance in Plano isnt complicated, and there are dozens of different insurance companies out there to choose from. You need to make your first decision carefully: the most reputable insurance company available.

When you are trying to find health insurance Plano, Texas has to offer, you dont have to look far. You should consider different elements of the policies that you are offered to find the best value for your money. Instead of looking at the cost of each policy and making a decision that way, you owe it to yourself to check out the coverage that you are given and figure out which health insurance policy actually gives you the best coverage for the price. Too often, people assume that they cant afford health insurance, but most people dont realize that they cant afford to go without it.

Even when you are worried about affording health insurance, Plano, Texas insurance companies will be able to help. These professional companies have policies designed for all types of people and can help you better understand your options when it comes to health insurance. First, compare coverage and exclusions so that you know what you are getting. Then, look at deductibles and copayments so that you can see what those are like. Finally, look at the monthly premium of each health insurance policy to choose the right one for your healthcare needs.

Finding the best health insurance Plano, Texas has to offer is not a complicated process. It does take a little time, and might require you to talk to a health insurance agent to learn more about your options or find a suitable health insurance policy. Just make sure that you take the initiative to get the best health insurance possible because it is out there waiting for you. Because of its proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, there are a lot more affordable health insurance options in Plano than many people might realize. Take advantage of this so that you can find a health insurance policy that gives you the protection that you need.

About The Author

Charles Peeler has not only been providing Health Insurance Plano Texas since 1993 but also lives right next door in Frisco. to learn more about Health Insurance Plan Texas visit his website at http://www.peelerinsurance.com today!

Why Many Seniors Are Choosing Term Life Insurance

By Chris Harmen

Once a little discussed topic, life insurance for seniors has recently seen some dramatic changes. Many retirees have decided to reevaluate their coverage, and some have chosen to purchase completely new plans. The types of plans have not changed much over the years (though certain policy types like decreasing term have become much less popular), but the needs and circumstances of seniors have changed. This is one of the main reasons why more seniors are choosing term life insurance today.

New Lifestyle, New Life Insurance For Seniors

It has become much more common for seniors to have family relying on them. Children are now becoming more dependent upon their parents. It is no longer a given that children will move out by their 20s; instead, it is possible they will still be struggling while their parents are of retirement age, or that the parents will be taking care of a grandchild at that time. These new circumstances often require greater amounts of life insurance coverage. Term life insurance is much less expensive than other types, which is another reason why it has become more popular with seniors.

Another big reason this type of insurance is more popular with seniors is the fact that it is now commonly available to them. As medical technology advances, retirees have a much longer life expectancy. The likelihood of living longer has increased; meaning that life insurance for seniors is no longer an automatic risky investment for insurers. Coverage became easier to obtain; many insurers have increased the age requirement for term insurance, making it available to seniors who were not able to get it in the past.

Mechanics Of A Term Policy For Seniors

Term coverage for seniors is coverage for a specific period of time at an agreed-upon cost. It covers you for around 5 to 30 years, and you can obtain it in your 50s or 60s when it is likely to cover you for the rest of your life. Term coverage is less expensive than universal coverage, so you can purchase a lot more coverage without it becoming prohibitively expensive. Because it generally has a shorter duration and no cash value, premiums are lower.

Why Seniors Choose Term

There are many reasons why term life insurance for seniors might be preferable when compared to universal policies. The primary issue is cost. A term policy will almost certainly be less expensive when compared with a universal one.

If you want to leave a specific benefit amount to an heir, a term plan technically can fulfill that need. Beyond that, consider what needs your family will have without you. One major difference between term and other types of policy is that you won”t be able to renegotiate your benefit amount or monthly payment; therefore, estimating your family’’s needs correctly is very important.

Is It Right For You?

Every situation is different, and every individual has distinct needs. Contact your agent to learn more about it and discover whether it will work for you.

SEEK INDEPENDENT ADVICE. All information expressed in this article is intended to be general information only. You should not rely upon this general information to make legal, tax, investment, estate, or financial planning decisions. No portion of this article is intended to nor does it provide legal, tax, investment, estate or financial planning advice. For this type of advice, you must consult an independent advisor.

About The Author

Chris Harmen is an author for WholesaleInsurance.net (http://www.wholesaleinsurance.net/), a top internet agency that provides a wide variety of life insurance for seniors (http://www.wholesaleinsurance.net/offers/seniors-term-life-insurance.asp), including term life insurance.

Out of the Ashes of the 90s Comes Disability Profitability

By Anthony Cruz

To increase the likelihood of success, agents should have an understanding of disability market trends to help overcome possible objections in selling disability insurance. This is now especially true because the internet provides potential clients with easy access to information regarding disability insurers claims handling practices and financial stability.

In addition, the recent highly publicized proliferation of bad-faith lawsuits against disability insurers, many of which have resulted in large punitive damage awards, will undoubtedly raise client concerns over whether the insurer will actually pay claims. In this regard, agents should know about the new claim handling practices mandated by the recent multi-state Regulatory Settlement Agreement.

Trends in the disability market

In the 1970s and 80s, insurers tried to outdo each other to win market share, resulting in benefit-rich policies that were underpriced, poorly underwritten, and non-cancelable, with premiums that could never be increased. While many carriers won the battle for market share, they lost the war on claims.

Faced with staggering losses, many carriers have fled the disability market, while others have merged and consolidated to become stronger and more efficient. The survivors have learned from their aggressive selling mistakes they no longer offer non cancelable, occupation specific disability policies with lifetime benefits. Many current companies have modified the own OCC definition or limited it to a maximum of two years or five years. In addition, carriers have capped the monthly benefits and included 24 month mental/nervous limitations.

Todays insurers also seem to have a kinder and gentler approach to claims than they did 10 years ago. The trash and bash mentality of the 1990s is gone. As carriers have turned the profitability corner making money on their disability products they have become more reasonable about claims and more willing to acknowledge that not everyone is a fraud or a fake. With the inking of UnumProvidents multi-state Regulatory Settlement Agreement, and the more enhanced California Settlement Agreement, this trend is likely to continue.

Multi-state regulatory settlement agreement

In November 2004, UnumProvident and its subsidiaries including UNUM, Paul Revere and Provident entered into a Regulatory Settlement Agreement (RSA) with 48 state insurance regulators. The RSA came upon the conclusion of a multi-state market conduct examination led by Maine, Massachusetts and Tennessee relating to nationwide disability claims handling practices.

Primary components of the RSA include enhancements to UnumProvidents claims handling procedures, a reassessment of certain previously denied or closed claims and additional corporate and board governance to support the oversight of the reassessment process and general claims handling practices.

A principal feature of the RSA is the Claim Reassessment Process, in which UnumProvident agreed to reopen and reconsider individual and group long term disability claims that were previously denied or closed since January 1, 1997. Clearly, UnumProvident has turned the claim corner by agreeing to take a fresh look at these cases, which could potentially number in excess of 215,000 claims. If UnumProvident determines that a claimant is disabled, the insured can expect to receive back disability benefits, interest and the possibility of fees for the attorney, and the insured will return to claim paying status.

As a result of the RSA, UnumProvident agreed to enhance its claim procedures and add new good faith claim objectives including:

Giving significant weight to an award of social security disability benefits, whether received before or after the denial

Giving weight to both objective and subjective evidence of impairment, along with appropriate consideration of the treating doctors opinion

Evaluating co-morbid claims collectively by looking at all the medical conditions contributing to the disability, including side affects of medications

Selecting unbiased, financially disinterested, fully-trained and skilled medical examiners for all IMEs

Requiring all in-house doctors be skilled, trained and have all of the insureds medical information in hand before making impairment findings

Claim personnel must undergo rigorous training on the new claim objectives to ensure best claim practices with vigilant monitoring and oversight

Almost a year after signing the multi-state settlement agreement, UnumProvident reached a similar, yet more expansive agreement with the California Department of Insurance (CDI).

California settlement agreement

In October 2005, the CDI and UnumProvident and its subsidiaries reached a settlement of Californias ongoing market conduct examination relating to disability claims handling practices. Similar to the RSA, provisions of which are incorporated by reference, principal features of the California Settlement Agreement (CSA) include enhancements to UnumProvidents claims handling procedures and a reassessment of certain previously denied or closed claims.

In addition, UnumProvident agreed to change certain claim practices and policy provisions specific to California, including:
A new definition of total disability, own occupation total disability is the inability to perform with reasonable continuity the substantial and material acts necessary to pursue the insureds usual occupation in the usual and customary way. Any occupation total disability is the inability to engage with reasonable continuity in another occupation in which the insured could reasonably be expected to perform satisfactorily in light of age, education, training, experience, station in life, physical and mental capacity.

Discontinue using discretionary authority, elimination of policy language delegating discretionary authority to the insurance company to determine eligibility for benefits and to interpret policy language, thereby eliminating the deferential abuse of discretion standard of review.

Limiting offsets, The company will now only offset for Social Security disability income actually received by a claimant (not estimated or due).

Pre existing conditions, The company will no longer exclude conditions contributed to or by the pre existing condition. The condition must have actually existed or been diagnosed prior to the effective date of coverage.

Mental and nervous conditions, the new limitation applies after the termination of any physiological-based disability.

Self reported conditions, discontinue the use of the self reported condition limitation.

Rehabilitation provisions will be voluntary (not mandatory).
The CSA not only benefits previously denied policyholders, but raises the legal bar so other carriers doing business in California are held to a higher good faith standard and that is good for consumers. With the industry leader stepping up to correct the problems of the past and agreeing to consumer friendly claim changes nationally, the rest of the disability carriers would be wise to follow. Anytime an industry leader commits to bright line, good faith standards, the consumer comes out on top.

An agents understanding of disability market trends and new claim handling practices is necessary to overcome client concerns regarding the purchase of disability insurance. Armed with such knowledge, agents can be confident that they are selling a product that will be there to provide peace of mind and security when the insured, your client needs it the most.

About The Author

Anthony Cruz has been marketing for his clients for over ten years through his media contacts. Visit http://www.darraslaw.com/ for additional information.

Appeal Insurance Denial Properly, Apply for Disability Benefits with Confidence

By Anthony Cruz

Sometime insurance claims are not paid and the error does not lie with the policyholder. For this reason many people need to appeal insurance denial in order to receive the coverage they need. Policyholders should do what they can to prevent mistakes; however, the next step is to hire a reputable attorney that knows the regulations that govern insurance well.

Every person should know which expenses their insurance provider will pay and which ones they will not pay. Not only should all policyholders read about their benefits carefully, but they should request preauthorization prior to incurring bills under the assumption that it will be covered. It is also to maintain copies of all documentation, messages and phone calls that take place with their carrier.

When the situation arises, hire an attorney who specializes in medical insurance cases to appeal insurance denial. They should know the laws regarding insurance coverage and should also be able to decipher insurance policy writings in order to determine why the claim would be denied. It is not a good idea to attempt to engage in a legal battle with a large insurance company without the knowledge and experience of an attorney supporting your case.

The appeals process should begin as soon as possible, as the statute of limitations could be anywhere between one to six months after denial depending on the carriers policy.

Some people dont apply for disability benefits because they think that it will be too complicated and time consuming. While it is important to research policy information, it is well worth the time and effort for the ones own protection as well as for the protection of his or her family.

Since such benefits tend to be less expensive for younger adults, it makes sense to get a policy earlier rather than later. Postponing this decision may not be worth the risk. Rather than procrastinate, you should find out as much as you can about the short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage that is available to you.

You should look for details regarding restrictions, premium costs, and the track records of several disability insurance providers before selecting a carrier. Learn as much as you can before you apply for disability benefits so that there are not surprises later. Examine everything down to the fine print and dont be afraid to ask questions about anything that is not clear to you. It is a good idea to review policy information with a health insurance attorney.

Individual policies are almost always more cost effective than group policies with regards to disability coverage. The group benefit is normally taxable and the individual policies generally offer more coverage than their group counterparts.

Whatever type of disability policy you select, make sure that the insurance provider is a reputable company that has years of service and genuine positive feedback. Do not select a carrier based on price alone.

About The Author

Anthony Cruz has been marketing for his clients for over ten years through his media contacts. Visit http://www.darraslaw.com/ for additional information.

Temporary Cover - The Options For Under 21 Year Olds

By caroline south

If you are looking to get temp cover for your vehicle so that you can drive it insured for a shorter period then this is what you will need to know. What are your alternatives if you cannot get temporary car insurance.

If you are new to this type of cover you need to know what it is and how it works. You will want to know why it can be difficult to get short term insurance as a young driver and what are the alternatives if you cannot find an insurer.

Temporary cover allows you to insure yourself to drive either your own vehicle or a vehicle that belongs to someone else that you have permission to drive. It means that you can get insured just for the amount of time that you need to drive greatly cutting down the cost of insurance. The length of cover can start from just one day making it a fast and convenient method of legally getting insured.

As with any type of insurance, and car insurance is not different, the higher the risk to the underwriter the more expensive the premiums are going to get. If for example you have had several accidents and have driving convictions it is going to make it a lot harder to get cover. As young drivers, particularly young male drivers are classed as a high risk group then the cost of premiums is much higher.

With short term temp cover as the policy only lasts a short time and the premiums are much lower compared to an annual policy the risk is much greater to the insurer. This has meant that most underwriters have now stopped underwriting drivers under the age of 21 for this type of policy.

If you are unable to get a policy to cover you for between 1 and 28 days then there is an alternative. The next closest temporary insurance policy is the monthly pay as you go plan. This provides drivers as young as 17 with cover on a monthly basis with a minimum of 1 months cover.

For those of you who have been finding it difficult to find a temporary policy then pay as you go is your next best alternative. There are no deposits to put down or any cancellation fees and you can take out cover for as many months as you need at one fixed monthly rate.

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Discover how to get temp cover even if you are under 21. Visit http://www.tempcoverunder21.co.uk/ to find out more.

Getting Temp Cover For The Under 25s

By caroline south

If you are searching for ways to get temporary car cover and you are under 25 then read on. We are going to discuss the different types of temp cover available to young drivers.

Before we start we need cover the points that you need to be aware off when looking for car insurance over a temporary period. You need to know exactly what temporary insurance is, the very short term daily policies that you can get and the alternative longer term cover available.

So lets cover the first point which is going to explain what is meant by temporary cover. A temp car policy is exactly the same as your normal annual car insurance except that you are able to take out a shorter term policy. The length of cover can be anywhere from a single month up to a total of 8 months. This can be taken out continuously or broken down into several shorter periods of cover.

The shortest available type of cover is day insurance or daily car insurance. This type of temporary cover allows you to get insurance that covers you to drive a specified car for between 1 and up to a total of 28 days. You can take out a policy for a few days and then later on take out another policy for a few more days. This makes it a flexible way to get insured at short notice and for a very short period of time.

If you need a slightly longer period of cover then you can take out what is called a monthly or pay as you go policy. Just like a daily policy it allows you to take out cover for a specified period of time. These are in 1 month blocks which means you can obtain cover for just 1 month or up to a total of 8 months. This type of policy is useful if you tend to need to drive for several months of the year such as University students who may only need to drive during the Summer months.

So these are the types of policy available and what type of cover they provide. Everyone knows that getting insurance under the age of 25 can be difficult and expensive. If you are 17 or over you can get a monthly pay as you go policy to provide cover of up to 8 months. Additionally with this type of cover if you remain claim free for those 8 months you earn a years worth of no claims, a great way to build up you car insurance discount.

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Find out how you can get temp-cover under 25. Find out more at http://www.tempcarinsuranceunder25.co.uk/

Temp Cover - Your Alternative To Annual Car Insurance

By caroline south

Most countries around the world require you to be insured in order to drive a vehicle whether that is a car, van, motorbike or lorry. There are many different types of car insurance that you may not be aware of, albeit it may only be available in certain countries.

In the UK there is a highly developed and mature car insurance market and has similar rules and regulations to the United States and much of Europe. The most common type of insurance is an annual car insurance policy that covers you to drive a specified car for a year. There are some policies that you can take out over a longer period but generally in the UK your cover is renewed every year.

The cost of any particular policy is going to vary depending on a number of different factors. The most influential of these are your age and driving history, the insurance group your car falls under and where you live. Currently age is probably the most dominant factor. To highlight this if we take two drivers, an 18 year old male and a 40 year old female. If they both had exactly the same cars, live in the same street and all other factors were the same the younger driver would pay significantly more than the older more experienced driver.

To illustrate this a typical policy may cost this younger driver about 3000 UK sterling for a yearly policy. Compare this to our 40 year old female driver who may only pay 300 UK pounds for the same equivalent level of coverage. It is not unusual in the UK now for premiums to be as much as 10 times more expensive for younger or newly qualified drivers.

As you can imagine if you are faced with such a high level of premiums this can easily price you out of the market. This is the situation currently facing young drivers today. This is believed to be increasing the number of uninsured young drivers on the roads and causing an increase in the number of fraudulent details being provided in order to obtain a more affordable policy.

One alternative many motorists are not aware of is the temporary insurance policy, this allows drivers to get insured over a shorter period. One particular type of policy actually allows you to build up your no claims much faster, in fact 4 months faster and essentially gets you a leg up to getting your annual car insurance policy.

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Find out how you can get temp car cover under 25 at http://www.temporarycarinsuranceuk.org.uk/