Being an auto body painter is a skilled trade that requires precision, creativity, and technical knowledge. While a career as an auto body painter can be fulfilling, there are additional career paths available that leverage these skills. In this article, we’ll explore the various job and career options for auto body painters, including how they … Read more
There are a lot of different auto damage estimator jobs, but which is a good fit for you? In this article, we’ll compare three roles you can get work writing auto damage estimates and their pros and cons. That way you can decide which career path is the right path to pursue. 3 Estimator Jobs … Read more
When considering whether becoming a collision estimator is a good career to pursue, most people want to know the income potential. Collison estimator income expectations can help you decide if this is a mountain you want to climb or avoid in your career — it’s pretty important. Learning about the potential of various career paths can help … Read more
A collision estimator creates an estimate of repairs and a repair plan for a damaged vehicle. They write these estimates on behalf of the vehicle owner and auto body repair shop they work at. This article will summarize the role of a collision estimator, discussing their responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, challenges, and opportunities. What is the … Read more
Don’t you wish there was an independent adjuster calendar that would clue you in on what to do each month? I’ve been getting a few questions around “How long does it take to get started?” or “Work slowed down, is that normal?” I figured giving you a month by month breakdown of what I’ve seen over the … Read more
Hey IA’s, There is a TON to learn about how to write auto damage estimates. For new people it can feel overwhelming. That is why we as mentors break down many of the large chunks of information and decisions a new adjuster, appraiser, or estimator needs to make into cheat sheets. These sheets do NOT … Read more
An independent insurance adjuster is someone who is responsible for evaluating insurance claims on behalf of insurance companies. These adjusters are not directly employed by the insurance company but instead work on a contract basis, providing their services to multiple insurance carriers. This article will provide an overview of the role of an independent insurance … Read more
Texas seems to be the capital of insurance adjusters. Whether working on auto collision claims, hail, flood, or wind claims, Texas seems to have all of the weather that creates work for insurance adjusters. If how to become an insurance adjuster in Texas is on your mind, you’re in the right place. In this article, … Read more
We are quickly approaching hail season so today I’m going to talk to you about the independent adjusting companies you should be onboarding with, so you have a shot at getting work this hail season. While hailstorms don’t grab the mainstream headlines like a major hurricane, independent adjusters and auto damage appraisers often get more … Read more
There are many different adjuster jobs and roles in the insurance industry. The world of claims adjusting is a world of many opportunities. When I first got started I had no idea how many different types of adjusters there actually were. I was unaware of the different roles and work someone with an adjuster license … Read more
