Auto Insurance

Because there are so many insurance companies that provide auto insurance, sifting through all of the options to find the best coverage for you and your family can be time consuming. It's easy to become perplexed when each carrier claims to provide the best rates. At first sight, all of the policies may appear to be the same, but there are distinctions to be aware of. Your objective should be to work with an agency that partners with multiple carriers, such as Shoppers Insurance Agency! Let us do the insurance shopping for you. 

To discover the best vehicle insurance coverage, follow these steps:

Auto Insurance Coverages 

It's possible that the cheapest policy isn't the best policy. For example, collision coverage, which pays to repair your own car after an accident, may not be included in low-cost policies. In addition, they may not provide comprehensive coverage, which pays for damage to your automobile caused by things other than car accidents, such as hitting a deer, windshield damage, or theft.

A policy that merely provides the bare minimum of liability protection needed by law may save you money, but it will almost certainly not cover legal claims arising from serious accidents involving bodily injury or death.

Keep in mind that no two people's insurance requirements are the same. For example, gap insurance may be required if you're leasing a car. Gap insurance covers the difference between the actual cash value and the balance of the loan if the vehicle is a considered a total loss.

Financial Health of Auto Insurance Companies 

Everyone wants a cheap rate on car insurance, but low rates won't help you if the company you select isn't able to pay your claims. However, according to Investopedia, online reports from independent rating companies like A.M. Best, Fitch, Moody's, and Standard & Poor's can help you identify your insurer's financial health.

Shoppers Insurance Agency is appointed with many A rated carriers.

Compare Quotes of Auto Insurance Companies

Getting multiple quotes is vital, according to Bankrate, because costs for the same level of coverage vary substantially based on risk. Each insurance company has its own algorithm for calculating a policyholder's likelihood of submitting a claim.

Most insurance carriers utilize credit based insurance scores (CBIS) to evaluate how likely policyholders are to submit claims. Other factors include the type of vehicle you drive and the cost of repairs in the event of an accident.

Inquire About Discounts

If you have a youthful driver on your policy who has a B average or higher, they may be eligible for a good student discount. Drivers who reach yearly low-mileage limits or complete a driver training or defensive driving course may also qualify for a discount. If your vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft system, you may be eligible for a discount.

It might seem as though the agent is asking alot of questions during the quote process; if they have your best interest at heart, they should be looking to uncover all of the discounts you qualify for.

Drive safe!