Car damage doesn’t just happen because of a wreck. Damage could occur anywhere, even in places that you consider safe. Your garage is one of them. You might think the garage is the safest place for your car, which indeed it is. However, even cars parked in garages aren’t immune from risks.     If your car sustains damage in your garage, then you might want to use your insurance benefits to pay for the repairs. However, you must make sure you have the proper insurance benefits to begin with. With the help of your insurance agent, it is easy to add the right coverage to your plan to cover damage to your parked car. Auto Insurance for Cars in Garages Most people don’t think twice about parking their cars in their garage. That’s what they are there for after all. However, what happens when something goes wrong? Perhaps one night, a fire breaks out in your garage. You not only have to repair the structure, but also the damaged vehicle. This could cost a lot of money, and it is only natural to want your insurance to help you out. On one hand, home insurance often supplies coverage for certain possessions housed within the garage. However, because cars are very expensive, specialty assets your home insurance generally won’t cover it. You will have to rely instead on your car insurance. Still, your car insurance will cover the damaged car only if it has the right coverage at the time of the damage. The coverage you need to have to be able to receive these benefits is called comprehensive damage insurance. Comprehensive coverage pays for vehicle damage that is not related to a collision. It covers you against perils like fires, theft, severe weather, vandalism or related events. Since you aren’t driving a car that is parked in your garage, then damage occurring at this time will likely fall under comprehensive coverage. When putting together your comprehensive coverage, you will need to think about the right ways to structure your benefits. Most policies will include deductibles. Any damage cost that falls below your deductible value is your responsibility to pay. Therefore, always choose a deductible that you can afford to pay out of pocket. If you total your car, then comprehensive coverage might pay you based on either the car’s replacement cost value (RCV) or actual cash value (ACV). If you have RCV coverage, then your plan will pay you an amount similar to the like-new value of the car. If you have ACV coverage, then your settlement will be based on the car’s used value at the time of the damage. Deductibles will apply. We are committed to working with you to find the best comprehensive benefits for you and your vehicle. You can rely on us to help you find the perfect coverage solutions no matter what your needs. Call us today at (915) 599-2900 or visit www.mtfranklin.com to see how we can help you.

Auto Insurance for Cars Damaged in Your Garage

Car damage doesn’t just happen because of a wreck. Damage could occur anywhere, even in places that you consider safe. Your garage is one of them. You might think the garage is the safest place for your car, which indeed it is. However, even cars parked in garages aren’t immune from risks.     If … Read more

December 8, 2020

What to Look for on Your First Homeowners Insurance Policy

If you are planning to buy your first home, then you have likely considered taking out a mortgage to finance the purchase. When you do, your lender will likely tell you that you are required to buy homeowners insurance. Since buying your first home is a lot to absorb, the home insurance requirement might seem … Read more

December 3, 2020

Why Your Business Needs D&O Insurance

Companies must take responsibility for employees at all levels of employment. Among the most important to the business is its c-suite and board of directors. They are critical players, but also high liabilities to your company’s success. To give them the liability insurance they need to do their jobs, you will need to buy directors … Read more

December 1, 2020

Can You Get Life Insurance If You Have a Pre-Existing Condition

If you have a chronic health condition, then you will likely have to deal with certain medical needs for the rest of your life. These might include things like diabetes, heard or kidney disease or even cancer. Even if you have the illness under control, you still have a risk of a relapse. Additionally, you … Read more

November 24, 2020

Are Crumbling Foundations Covered by Home Insurance?

Your foundation is truly one of the most important parts of your home. It keeps the property stable and level. Therefore, damaged or deteriorating foundations can make your home quite flimsy and insecure. A damaged foundation can damage all other components of the home.   It is perfectly natural for a home to settle and … Read more

November 19, 2020

How To Choose Health Insurance When You Are Self-Employed

Many people receive their health insurance through their employer. However, if you own your own business or are self-employed, then you might not have this coverage option unless you get a policy yourself. While getting health insurance for your own business might seem complicated, it does not have to be overwhelming.   Self-employed Americans who … Read more

November 17, 2020

When Do You Need Workers Compensation Insurance?

All business owners should know how important it is to provide a safe environment for their employees. Still, however safe you might try to make things, there is no guarantee that your business is accident-proof. That’s why in most states, employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance. You have to have a way to compensate them … Read more

November 12, 2020

Luxury Home Insurance: Rebuilding After a Fire

A fire can be a devastating household accident no matter what the size or shape of the home you live in. However, if you live in a high-value or even a luxury home, then the loss might be compounded. The good news is that your homeowners insurance is likely to pay for the necessary repairs … Read more

November 10, 2020

What Should I Do If My Car Gets Stolen?

If your car disappears, and you don’t know where it went, then someone might have stolen it. In fact, statistics from the Insurance Information Institute (III) show that roughly 750,000 vehicle thefts occurred in the United States in 2018. That’s a rate of approximately 228 thefts per 100,000 drivers. This might seem like a small … Read more

November 5, 2020

Reasons to Convert Your Term Life Insurance to Whole Life Insurance

If you buy life insurance, then you take a big step towards securing your financial future. One of the most easily accessible policies is a term life policy, which is generally affordable and will last for a certain number of years. However, the drawback of a term policy is that, although it is budget-friendly, it … Read more

November 3, 2020

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