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Top 10 Most Insured Dog Breeds

PetSugar — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:30:12 -0800

Even if your pet isn't insured, is your pooch's breed one of the top 10 insured purebreds according to Veterinary Pet Insurance? The company recently released information that there were 38,591 (!) of the most commonly insured breeds last year . . . down to 7,187 of the tenth breed on the list. See all ten dogs in this cute slideshow! Source

Front Page: Thousands Protest in Thailand, Sudan Hijackers Free Hostages, Decline in Number of Uninsured

CitizenSugar — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 06:57:07 -0700

Thousands Protest in Thailand:
Thai police are trying to remove anti-government protesters who have taken over the prime minister's compound. The protesters are vowing to stay on the grounds until the prime minister, now living in self-imposed exile in London after corruption charges, steps down. The protests started yesterday with more than 30,000 people taking to the streets.

Sudan Hijackers Free Hostages:
Hijackers who seized an airplane leaving the Darfur region of Sudan yesterday have freed all 95 passengers, but six crew members remain onboard. Forcing the plane to land in Libya, one of their demands is for asylum rights and refugee status. Negotiations are ongoing to free the remaining crew members.

Decline in Number of Uninsured:
After rising for six years, the number of Americans without health insurance has dropped by more than a million. The Census Bureau reports that 45.7 million are uninsured. The drop is a result of government-sponsored health insurance programs, particularly those aimed at children. The number of people covered by private insurance continued to decline.

Do You Insure Your Gadgets?

geeksugar — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 10:06:47 -0700

It's not a secret that I splurge on my gadgets and then treasure them. I would not want anything to happen to them, and before I had an iPhone, I insured every cell phone I've ever had. Now that AT&T doesn't insure iPhones, I haven't stepped up to the plate yet to figure out how I'll insure my baby, but there's always Apple Care, as well as third-party insurers like Square Trade. I am a worry-wart, though, about all the electronics I've saved and shelled out for, and would not only hate to have a broken gadget on my hand, but it's such an expense too! I know all this talk of insurance is pretty unsexy, but it's a big consideration for anything you spend your hard-earned cash on. Do you insure yours?Source

Do You Insure Your Gadgets?

Yes, I insure my gadgets!

No, I don't insure my gadgets.

Something else. See my comment below!

Insurent Helps First-Time Renters Get Decent Apartments

SavvySugar — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:29:42 -0700

Adventure and possibility push new grads to move to a new city and many (including yours truly) do so with low entry-level salary offers in hand. While you're sure of your ability to pay monthly rent and are willing to fork over a high percentage of your salary, searching for an apartment without a certain level of income can be an incredibly frustrating process.

Many landlords require a renter's income to be as much as 45 times monthly rent, so new grads without that pedigree might find themselves as I did: moving in to a tiny apartment in a walk-up building with steep stairs, a blocked fire escape, windows that didn't fully close, and a charming water heater taking up half the closet-sized kitchen. Find out how one company is helping new grads and relocated international workers when you

Should Insurance Rates Be Raised With Climate Change Risk?

LibertySugar — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:00:24 -0700

Insurance companies have incorporated climate change assumptions into their disaster probability calculations, thus withdrawing coverage or charging staggering rates on parts of the US East and Gulf coasts. According to the Wall Street Journal, there is a scientific consensus about rising sea temperatures, and practically a consensus that the temperature is tied to greater hurricane activity. But, science has not definitively concluded how or if this will impact the US coastal area now facing rising premiums. Even so, insurers are adjusting their coverage plans in reaction to the horrific 2004 and 2005 hurricane season. The article reports that companies are treating disasters like Katrina and Rita as the norm, not the exception.Should insurance companies wait for science to make a unanimous connection between climate change and increased risk in these specific regions before they raise the rates?Source

Should Insurance Rates Be Raised With Climate Change Risk?

Yay! Responsible insurance companies must adjust now to changing climate risks.

Nay. Insurance companies are just using uncertain science to make a profit.

Forget science! High rates might convince people to stop living in dangerous places.

Other. I'll tell you in the comments.

Travel Insurance: What, Why, and When

SavvySugar — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:33:36 -0700

Travel insurance doesn't only apply to lovebirds planning their honeymoon, it's something that anyone traveling on an expensive trip may want to consider. Learn the basics of travel insurance here to see if it's right for you.

What

Different policies will vary in what they cover, but the possibilities include bankruptcy of any travel supplier you've planned on using, accidentals before or during the trip that prevent travel, baggage loss or delay, trip cancellation, delay, or interruption, basic medial coverage, and emergency assistance.
Your travel agent will provide you with insurance information, but if you're planning without an agent make sure you research a variety of providers to compare rates and fine print coverage details.

Find out the when and the why when you

Your Two Cents: Is Any of Your Jewelry Insured?

SavvySugar — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 08:02:47 -0700

Insurance is available for most things that are valuable to us like health, homes, and vehicles, and it makes sense that you may consider protecting your jewelry. You can purchase additional insurance for jewelry as a rider through your current provider or through an insurer recommended to you by the appraiser. After your jewelry has been appraised you simply select the type, or how much coverage, you'd like for it.Engagement rings and precious family heirlooms are often insured by their owners because of the sentimental and monetary value. Do you own any jewelry that's insured? Source

Your Two Cents: Is Any of Your Jewelry Insured?

Yes, I have jewelry that's insured.

I've been meaning to but have been procrastinating!

No, I haven't found the need to insure any of my jewelry.

Other. See my comments below.

Democrats Want to Nationalize Hurricane Insurance

LibertySugar — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:37 -0700

Congressional Democrats, Florida lawmakers, and major insurance companies are teaming up to significantly nationalize hurricane insurance just in time for hurricane season.

Under the plan, taxpayers would finance a backup insurance plan that would aid insurance companies, and thus policyholders, in case of widespread disaster and a shortage of funds.

Both Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton support the insurance plan, under which all Americans would help Floridians avoid $500 in hurricane premiums each year. This sounds like a savvy appeal to a crucial swing state.

While it's important to make sure the insurance system can operate during a time of crisis, for economic and humanitarian reasons, some worry that the bailout would make it easier for people to build homes and businesses in irresponsible locations.

Should there be a national solution to a regional issue?

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Itty-Bitty Insurance Reps

GiggleSugar — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 09:00:00 -0800

These two are just doing what they do best: ~~selling insurance~~ getting their cute on.

The Scoop: Progressive's Progressive Policy

PetSugar — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 11:30:52 -0800

Remember North's cute carseat? Keeping pets secured in your car is very important — it prevents accidents if they decide to crawl somewhere they shouldn't and also helps you concentrate on the road, not on them! If you do get into a crash, and your pet gets hurt, paying for pooch's resulting health-care costs is entirely up to you. That's no longer the case for Progressive members – they've added a pet-friendly perk to their plans. For no additional charge, their customers can get a $500 benefit if a pet is injured in a car accident. This plan (which has been officially in place since Sept. 6) includes liability coverage for any pets that are hurt in a crash other than the insured's animals – so there's no additional need to set up your pet or worry if you're transporting a furry friend for your friend. As a bonus, you can get discounted rates on pet insurance from their site as well!

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