Saving Big on Your Car Insurance

If you are feeling the pinch you are not alone.  If you are looking for a way to cut costs you may be looking for deals on your car insurance.  Car insurance rates have continued to rise over the last couple years, but there are was to save.  You can do a few simple things to ensure that your car insurance is as affordable as possible.

Look at your policy for inaccuraciesIs your policy correct? Are you listed at the right address? Even a one digit variation in your zip code can shoot your rates through the roof. Make certain that everything about you is listed correctly on your policy. Notify your insurance agent if there are mistakes.

Shop around Not all companies charge the same and new companies to the market may sweeten the deal for you in order to entice you to make a switch.

Increase your deductible A $250 deductible is fine until you discover that the cost for having a deductible at this level can send your rates skyward. Instead, think about a deductible as high as $1000 to save on premiums. Pay for minor accidents out of your pocket – you will come out ahead of the game.

Do away with unnecessary coverageIf your car is worth less than $3000, think about dropping collision coverage. Yes, you will receive no compensation from your insurer if your car is wrecked, but the savings you gain by discontinuing collision coverage can be set aside by you as a down payment for your next car.

Combine your policiesDo you own a home? Do you have life insurance? If so, consider purchasing all of your insurance policies through one broker as you may be eligible to receive a discount from them for grouping together your policies.

Ask for DiscountsIf your car came equipped with certain safety and security features, make sure that your insurer knows about them. Some older model cars do not include air bags as standard equipment, however if your car has airbags and you aren’t receiving an insurance credit for them, notify your insurer to have your premium reduced accordingly.