Handling Your Claim Yourself
Handling Your Own Claim - Audio (MP3)

Despite what you may have heard, you can represent yourself to the insurance company. Lots of people do this everyday and are satisfied with the outcome. If you should decide to undertake this course of action, be aware that negotiating on your own behalf can be intimidating and certainly frustrating.

Despite what you may have heard, you can work with the insurance company adjuster to receive a settlement. Lots of people do this everyday. If you should decide to take this route, be aware that negotiating on your own behalf can be intimidating and certainly frustrating.

If you elect to represent yourself, you will be dealing with insurance company adjuster(s), contractor(s), and possibly other experts brought in by the insurance company. The insurance company will pay each of these individuals. Keep in mind above all else: in this situation, you may be the least experienced person in the process.

If you are going to make your claim yourself, we recommend you get some education first. After all we are talking about money: money to repair your home or business. People who successfully negotiate their own claim do so because they have knowledge. One of the best resources we know of is The Insider’s Guide To Making An Insurance Claim by William S. Coffman, Jr. This attractively price product is jamb pack with easy to understand instruction on everything from understanding the claims process to hiring experts. It includes a 9 page Step by Step Guide to instruct you in the fundamentals of how to obtain a successful insurance recovery. It’s available for immediate download and/or you can own the Benefit Bill™ Coffman’s Claim Presentation System complete with 3 audio cd’s so you can listen while you drive to work.

Whether you own this guide or someone else’s product, take time to develop an understanding of exactly what you’re doing. A successful outcome depends on having the right tool for the right job. The Insider’s Guide To Making An Insurance Claim is just that right tool! If you chose to handle your loss yourself and at any point you feel uncomfortable doing so, please give us a call. It’s never too late to get help.