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Weekly Vehicle Depreciation Rates – October 18

Article: Weekly Vehicle Depreciation Rates for the week of October 17, 2016. Fourth quarter typically experiences largest depreciation in vehicle values. This trend is already starting to show in the first two weeks of this quarter with the largest YTD weekly decline in car values. Highest Weekly Decline in Car Segment

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Weekly Vehicle Depreciation Rates

Article: Weekly Vehicle Depreciation Rates for the week of October 10, 2016. The truck segments, particularly SUVs and pickups, are beginning to see larger declines after experiencing strong retention so far this year. Full-Size Van and Full-Size Pickup Values Starting to Drop Overall car segment values decreased by 0.57% last week,

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How To Sue In Georgia’s Magistrate Courts

In Georgia, Magistrate Courts let you sue for money claims under $15,000 (fifteen thousand dollars). A Magistrate Judge decides your case after a trial. There is no jury. You do not need a lawyer. However, you may seek help from a lawyer. Georgia Magistrate Court Rules Hearing Procedures The Legal

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O.C.G.A. § 33-6-34 UNFAIR CLAIMS SETTLEMENT PRACTICES

O.C.G.A. § 33-6-34 GEORGIA CODE Copyright 2011 by The State of Georgia All rights reserved. *** Current Through the 2010 Regular Session *** *** Annotations Current Through March 14, 2011 *** TITLE 33.  INSURANCE CHAPTER 6.  UNFAIR TRADE PRACTICES ARTICLE 2.  UNFAIR CLAIMS SETTLEMENT PRACTICES O.C.G.A. § 33-6-34  (2011) § 33-6-34.  Unfair claims settlement

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O.C.G.A. § 33-4-6

O.C.G.A. § 33-4-6 GEORGIA CODE Copyright 2011 by The State of Georgia All rights reserved. *** Current Through the 2010 Regular Session *** *** Annotations Current Through March 14, 2011 *** TITLE 33.  INSURANCE CHAPTER 4.  ACTIONS AGAINST INSURANCE COMPANIES O.C.G.A. § 33-4-6  (2011) § 33-4-6.  Liability of insurer for damages and attorney’s fees;

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Bob West Appraisal Service

Bob West operated West appraisal service for many years, the company processed Diminished Value and total loss appraisals in Atlanta. Bob  passed away a few months ago, our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends. We’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Bob numerous times, he will be

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Not all Auto Appraisers are created equal!

In Georgia, if you’re at fault or if it’s somebody else’s fault, you’re owed your vehicle’s loss in value. It’s the law! Collecting diminished value on the other hand depends on many factors, the most important of which is the selection of a competent auto appraiser. In our experience, there

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Auto Accident? Your car suffered Diminished Value!

1- Get the knowledge, Know your rights after a wreck. 2- Get our Comprehensive Auto Appraisal Report. 3- Get fully compensated for your Loss. What is diminished Value? Diminished Value (DV) or Accelerated depreciation, is the loss of resale value a vehicle suffers if prior damage or damage history is

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Commercial General Liability Insurance

Advertising injury Injury arising out of slander, libel, disparagement, violation of a person’s right to privacy, misappropriation of advertising ideas or style of doing business, or infringement of copyright, tile, or slogan. Aggregates Collect or gather into a mass, whole, or total. Related to insurance limits. Aircraft, Watercraft, and Autos

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Audi Consumer Incentives in Atlanta – March 2016

Dealer Specials for Audi Vehicle This list shows current cash-back offers, discount financing and other incentives. Click any Make for full incentives information. Makes not linked are not known to be offering incentives at this time. 2016 Audi A3 e-tron 0.0% Financing, 2.78% Lease 2015 Audi A3 3.79% Financing 2016

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17C FORMULA CALCULATOR EXCEL

[schema type=”product” name=”17C FORMULA” description=”diminished value formula 17c” ] DV-17C-FORMULA-CALCULATOR-EXCEL Diminished Value Worksheet        Claim Number   Claim Rep / Date   Vehicle Owner   Year/Make/Model   Mileage   NADA Value                   Step 1. Base Loss of Value (10% of NADA value above) $0.00         Step 2. Damage Severity Modifier 0.00  Modifier Extent of Damage     1.00 Severe damage to the structure of the vehicle   0.75 Major damage to the structure and panels   0.50 Moderate damage to

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Client Reviews

Lisa Wilson, Atlanta, Georgia: My insurance company had denied me diminished value for my auto accident. I  ask them to explain to me how they came up with the values and the adjuster could only say my car was repaired back to its pre-accident state. I had never heard of diminish

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1994 Toyota Supra

1994 Toyota Supra VIN DECODER JT2JA82J0RC000000 J COUNTRY: Japan T MAKE: Toyota 2 VEHICLE TYPE: Passenger Car J ENGINE:6-cyl. 2997cc/220hp FI A 8 MODEL:Supra 2 SERIES_1: N/A J BODY STYLE: Coupe, W-Sport Roof 0 CHECK DIGIT: data not available R YEAR:1994 C ASSEMBLY PLANT: Cambridge, Ont, CAN SERIAL NUMBER: 000000

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Now Hiring | Independent Auto Inspector| Savannah, GA

POSITION FILLED Diminished Value of Georgia  is an industry Leading auto appraisal company located in Atlanta Georgia. We are currently seeking an independent auto inspector to cover the Savannah Area. Qualifications / Requirements:   Automotive experience (sales, repair, body shop)  Auto Claims Experience (insurance adjuster etc…), preferable but not mandatory

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What to do after you get in an accident

Here is a list of things to do right after an accident. Its a good idea to print out the list a keep in your glovebox just in case…… What to do after an accident: 1. Check to see if anyone is injured. If so, call 911 2. Call the

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Toyota Prius Base 4D Hatchback

Vehicle Info For  2013 Toyota Prius Base 4D Hatchback MSRP: $24,200 VIN: JTDKN3DU7D5698000 Adj. State: National Fin Adv: $18,475 UVC: 2013900288 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $25,750 MPG: 51/48 Mileage Cat: B Tire Size: 215/45R17 Weight: 3204 Cylinders: 4 Base HP: 98 @ 5200 Fuel Type: Hybrid Transmission: A Taxable HP:

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1964 Shelby Superformance Cobra

Carroll Shelby’s Superformance Cobra represents the crown of the American sports car.The Superformance Cobra combines a classic aluminum body with Ford’s lightweight 260ci V-8 engine, making it a potent competitor. The Superperformance Cobra weighs a mere 1,200 lbs with a 260 hp engine with a 4-speed transmission with rack-and-pinion steering.

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