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How can I compare car insurance prices?
I recently purchased my first car, but the dealership requires proof of insurance before I can drive it home. The monthly car payment is already a bit more than I wanted, so I want to compare insurance prices before purchasing a policy. How do I do it?
Jack Walsh · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations on the recent purchase!
Comparing
car insurance
prices before purchasing a policy is always smart and an excellent way to avoid overpaying for your policy. To compare prices, you will have to generate quotes with several insurance companies and see which offers you the best rate. If you would rather leave the hard work of gathering quotes to someone else, use Jerry
. The Jerry app can collect quotes in seconds from up to 50 top insurance companies like Travelers, Nationwide, and Progressive.To generate quotes using
Jerry
or directly through a car insurance company, you will need the following:- Your VIN (vehicle identification number
- Your ** driver’s license** or ** driver’s license number**
- The current residential address you’re going to garage the vehicle
- Additional documentation for any discounts you may be eligible for
Having these documents handy before you start shopping for insurance will speed up the process and make finding a new policy easier. If you’re trying to reduce the cost of your policy, consider only purchasing the
minimum car insurance required in your state
. If you’re leasing or financing the vehicle, remember to include collision
and comprehensive
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