Rental Car Insurance

By: Seth Miller
Submitted: 2007-01-17 16:15:25
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Everyone insures his or her own car. Not only because it is mandatory by law in most states, but also because it offers compensation in case of loss or accidents. When people rent a car, for whatever reason, it may be essential for them to purchase additional insurance.

When a person goes to a rental agency, it is possible to buy rental car insurance coverage. This coverage is generally expensive and may cost anywhere from $8 to $28 per day, depending on where the person is renting the car. If the car does not have coverage, the customer will have to pay any damages from his or her own pocket.

The best option for the customer is to check first with his or her own insurance company. Many insurance companies simply transfer all the coverage on the insured vehicle to the vehicle that has been rented. This coverage typically includes liability or third party coverage, comprehensive and collision with the same deductibles. This saves the customer from spending more.

Also, some credit card companies offer the CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) on certain conditions. A person may have to charge the whole rental amount on the same credit card or decline CDW. It is also necessary to fully understand the terms and conditions set by the credit card company. There may be exclusions or a list of approved rental agencies.

In case a person does not have any of these options, it is advisable to buy CDW. It is always good to have a cover because it saves the customer the burden of paying a huge amount in case of any damage.

There is stiff competition in the market for a share of the insurance buyer’s money. It is appropriate to find out the best option before accepting any agreement.

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