Can I pay for my car insurance in full after originally agreeing to pay in monthly installments?

I originally agreed to pay for my car insurance in monthly installments, and I've already made my first payment. But I got a sudden cash windfall and I now have enough money to make a lump-sum payment for the entire policy. Can I still pay for my insurance in full?

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Thanks for your question! Even though you originally decided to select a monthly payment plan, you can pay more on your policy if you choose. That includes paying the remainder of your premium.

Answered on Feb 22, 2021

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