Money Saving Tips
Before shopping for insurance,
take a quick lesson in how to
save money. Our goal is to arm
every client with the knowledge
to always get the best rate and
coverage for their individual
situation.
The Rules Have Changed
In the old days, auto insurance
companies set their rates based
on your address, your car, and
your driving record. While these
factors still play a role in
your rate, they are now just a
portion of a multi-tiered
behemoth that includes a variety
of new factors, such as your
credit, the number of days
before your coverage goes
in-force, and even your
occupation or whether or not you
are financing your car. These
factors can cause huge price
differences from company to
company. We want to help you use
these factors in your favor.
Tip #1 Driving Record
It goes without saying that
insurance companies give their
best rates to customers with
good driving records, but be
aware that some companies go
back 3 years while others
underwrite for 5 years. Also,
most insurance companies look at
EVERYTHING, including tickets,
at-fault AND not-at-fault
accidents, and comprehensive
claims. In order to provide you
with the most accurate rate
possible, we will pull your
motor vehicle report and CLUE
(claims) report prior to writing
your coverage.
Tip #2 Credit/Financial
Responsibility
Yes, insurance companies base
part of your premium on your
credit. Over the past 10 years,
companies have found a
correlation between financial
responsibility and the number of
claims submitted. Keep in mind
that this score can vary from
company to company. My best
advice here is to always pay
your bills on time.
Tip #3 Deductibles and Liability
Limits
A basic rule of insurance is the
more you are willing to risk,
the lower your rate will be.
Take the highest deductible you
can reasonably afford. The newer
your car, the more you will save
by taking a higher deductible.
An added benefit of carrying a
higher deductible is that it
conditions you not to turn in
small claims, which will
ultimately save you even more
money!
Don’t skimp on liability limits.
Most people think that by
purchasing lower liability
limits, they will get the best
rate. Be aware that many
companies actually give
discounts if you have been
carrying higher liability
coverage. They see this as an
indicator of responsibility.
Tip #4 Pay Your Premium In Full
Many companies are now giving
paid-in-full discounts, and most
companies make this option
easier by accepting credit card
payments.
Tip #5 Maximize Your Discounts
Most people are aware that if
you combine your auto and
home/renters insurance, you will
get a discount. But there are
many other discounts available,
such as age (55), occupation,
degree, good student, advance
quote, and prior coverage, just
to name a few. Our quote form is
designed to uncover as many
discounts as possible.
Remember, insurance companies
are interested in giving their
best rates to their MOST
RESPONSIBLE CLIENTS. Many times
you can save money on your
insurance by taking the advice
of a professional agent who can
maximize every discount
available for your individual
situation. Whether you go with
our agency or not, we want you
to understand how to get your
best rate possible.
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