Founded in 1936, GEICO is one of the largest private passenger automobile insurers in the United States. It provides automobile insurance coverage for more than 8 million policyholders. The company employs more than 23,000 associates and operates over 10 offices throughout the U.S. In addition to automobile insurance, GEICO offers insurance products for motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, boats, homes, apartments and mobile homes. It also provides personal umbrella protection and life insurance. The company offers overseas automobile insurance coverage in more than 200 countries. Its additional products include renters , flood and overseas property protection insurance. It provides 24-hour claims processing and online coverage verification services. GEICO is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Md., and has a branch location in Virginia Beach, Va.