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Hello sir,
I wanted to get into the auto damage appraiser field and was told I need to be trained and licensed in the auto body field. I work on cars on the side and wanted to get into this area of the insurance business. WOuld you possibly suggest going through an auto body program and if so which one woul dbe beneficial in order to try and get a job in the field I mentioned. Thanks much!
David
You need to contact insurance companies and express your interest in becoming an adjuster. They can tell you what they are looking for. The only experience you need to become an insurance adjuster (at most companies- like Progressive) is to have actually seen a car up close at some point in your life, and be able to use a computer. My paycheck reflects this fact most days.
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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