October 25, 2016
AgencyTips for Avoiding Common Distractions that Lead to Car Crashes
Focus on Driving: Tips for Avoiding Common Distractions that Lead to Car Crashes “Distracted driving” is defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as any activity that diverts a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving. It’s an increasingly serious and costly safety issue for businesses and individuals. And it contributes […]
December 6, 2016
AgencyDo You Need Winter Tires?
Winter Tire Tips You know it’s coming. Snow and slush. Freezing rain. Maybe even black ice. But do you know if your tires are ready for all of that? When driving in Denver, Golden or anywhere in Colorado in the wintertime, your tires just might be the most important safety feature on […]
December 27, 2016
AgencyHow to Help Winterize Your Car
You may be inclined to think that your car runs well without much maintenance year-round, and besides an occasional trip to the mechanic for an oil change, any preparation for the winter months is not high on your priority list. In fact, cold temperatures and icy roads can create additional hazards for drivers and place […]
January 19, 2017
AgencyInsurance Tips for Millenials
You keep your car filled up with gas so you don’t get stranded on the side of the road. And, your phone charged so your loved ones can reach you. But, what kind of safety measures do you have in place for more extreme scenarios? What if you lost everything you owned in a fire […]
February 1, 2017
AgencyI’m borrowing my friend’s car … am I covered?
Most people have an idea of what’s covered and not covered under their various insurance policies. But at Denver West Insurance Brokers, we get a lot of questions about borrowing or loaning a car. Now that summer is here, and you might be looking to borrow your neighbor’s truck for a home-improvement project or […]
February 16, 2017
AgencyKnow the Facts: Rental Car Coverage
Do you need rental car insurance? You’ve probably been at the rental-car counter, listening to the representative ask if you want to purchase the company’s insurance. And the thoughts start racing through your head. “Is this a rip-off? Doesn’t my regular auto policy cover me? What about my credit card? Why didn’t I figure this […]
March 27, 2017
AgencyThe Ultimate Cheat Sheet On Auto Insurance
How Insurance Works: Auto Policy Components Too often, we see people shop insurance by price, resulting in agents decreasing important coverage to cut premium which leaves you under-insured and liable. There are many different parts of an insurance policy and most people don’t have the time or desire to study insurance contracts in their […]
January 19, 2018
AgencyWhy are Auto Insurance Rates Increasing?
TRENDS IMPACTING AUTO INSURANCE RATES IN THE DENVER AREA The Denver area has seen a great influx of new residents. Today, Denver is one of the fastest growing US cities according to US Census data. http://bit.ly/2Dm6gKS With all these newcomers to the area, comes more cars which leads to more congestion, more accidents and finally […]
April 17, 2018
AgencyWhat is an Insurance Deductible and How Does it Work
A deductible is the portion of the cost you are responsible to pay after you file a claim. Deductibles can be found on almost all insurance policies. Once you file a claim and it has been deemed a covered loss, you will be paid for the repairs of that loss minus the deductible you have […]
May 1, 2018
AgencyWhat are Insurance Cost Factors to Consider when Buying a New Car?
Before purchasing a new car, we always advise our Denver Area Insurance Clients to call us first. Give us the year, make, model and VIN number of the car you are dreaming to own and we are happy to provide a quote of the cost to insure your dream ride. It’s always best to get […]