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Thursday, November 10th, 2011
2:52 am	How to Get the Best Deal on a Car Rental Because car rental agencies are so helpful for travelers, many take them for granted. Depending on the day and the terms, the price of renting a car can vary drastically from one agency to the next and even within one agency. The next time you need to rent a car, keep the following tips in mind to ensure you get the best deal. As fuel prices remain high, paying for gas is something you have to think about when you rent a car. In most cases you are responsible for the fuel you use in the vehicle. This really just means you are paying for the fuel you use. The only other option is filling the car with fuel after you leave the lot and hoping that you use it all before return. Most people who rent cars to drive around a city for a day or two will not use up a whole tank of gas, so they end up paying for gas they never use. Paying for your own fuel is the better option in this case. Look over the rental car you choose carefully before driving off. If there are any dents or other visible damage, make sure that this is documented so the car rental company cannot claim that you are responsible. This should be included in the written agreement that you sign. It's better if you can choose a car with no damage but that is not always a possibility. It's always better to be on the safe side, even though most car rental companies won't try to charge you for existing damage. Sometimes you will want to rent the car at one place and drop it off at another location. A good example of this is when you need to drive from your home to an airport and fly elsewhere and you don't want to leave your personal car at the airport. You should ask if there are extra fees for this service. These fees can be high. This is something that varies from one place to another, so you have to check if there are such fees where you want to rent a car. Shop around for the best deal just as you would for anything else you are shopping for. If you do your research and know what the fees are there won't be any surprises when you get the bill. Using the tips above will help you ensure that you don't get the run around from any rental car company. The most important thing you can do is read all of the small print before you sign any agreement. Spokane Appraiser (Comment on this)
2:47 am	3 Tips For Renting a Car Everyone Needs To Know Car rentals are very useful for travelers and many take for granted that they can rent a car at their destination. But the rates can vary quite a bit from one agency to the next or even within the same agency depending on the day or the terms you choose. Using the following tips will help ensure you have a good experience the next time you rent a car. Do your homework, compare what you are shopping for. If you simply call a company you're familiar with, or go to the first one you see at the airport, you probably won't get the best rates. Almost every city has a wide range of competing rental car agencies, call around you'll find there are many differences in price and terms. You might find that one company is offering a great promotional rate at that perfect time when you need to travel. Choosing an economy version is more cost effective than luxury or larger vehicles. Not only are larger cars more expensive to rent, but you will have to pay more at the gas tank. If you want to rent economically you want to avoid renting more of a vehicle than you need. In some cases, the car rental company will offer you an inexpensive or even free upgrade, giving you a larger car for the price of an economy model. You are however still responsible for the fuel. Of course, if you're traveling with your family and you need a large vehicle, then you should choose one that's comfortable, but don't get a larger one than you need. One of the worst places to rent a car from a consumer's stand point is an airport but this is one of the most popular places. The reason airports are not an ideal place to rent a car is they charge extra fees and taxes. This means, however, that you'll be paying more than you would at a neighborhood car rental. Taking a taxi or shuttle to a renal agency outside the airport is a better option. It is easier to do this if you plan it in advance. Airport car rentals count on people not planning this part of the trip ahead of time. Pay attention to the rental agreements as they can be tricky if you aren't aware of all of the terms and conditions or extra fees. All it takes in most cases is to read the agreement carefully and make sure you know what the total cost will be. It's is imperative that you know your options for which car you want, what the fuel charges will be, and any other surcharges that may pop up. If you remember the above strategies when you rent a car, you'll be able to save money and enjoy your car rental experience. Spokane Appraiser (Comment on this)
1:18 am	Getting the Best Deal on a Car Rental Renting a car can make your trip easier but it's important to find the right company. If you don't plan ahead, you may find that renting a car costs more than you'd expected. There are certain factors you have to pay attention to when you rent a car, and we'll be looking at some of these in this article. When you buy or rent anything, it's important to do comparison shopping, but many people forget this when they choose a car rental company. If you simply call a company you're familiar with, or go to the first one you see at the airport, you probably won't get the best rates. Most cities have quite a few competing car rental agencies, and if you call a few of them, you may find there is quite a difference in the terms and prices. You may find one company offering a special promotion at the perfect time so it can pay to check a few before making your reservation. You are likely to find different rates for different days of the week depending on how many days you need the car. If you will need the car for a few days you will find that renting for a full week can save you money on a short term rental. For instance, if you need the car for five days it could be less expensive to pay the weekly rate than the daily rate. Try to figure out ahead of time how many days you will need the car so you can get the weekly rate if possible. It isn't uncommon for people to need to rent the car at one location and drop it off at a completely different location. A good example of this is when you need to drive from your home to an airport and fly elsewhere and you don't want to leave your personal car at the airport. You will want information regarding drop-off fees for doing this. These fees can be high. Some places will charge a fee and some won't so be sure you ask about it when renting in case you need it. Finding a convenient and reasonable car rental agency is key to getting the most out of the many options available. You can find one that meets your needs with a little time and research. By sticking to the principles just discussed, you can avoid paying too much or ending up with a car that you don't like. Spokane Appraiser (Comment on this)