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How can I shop for car insurance quotes?
I recently purchased my first car and my parents were quick to remind me I need insurance before I can start driving it around. I’ve never had to purchase insurance before and my parents' car insurance company gave me a quote that is much more than I can afford. How can I shop for new car insurance quotes?
Jack Walsh · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations on purchasing your first car! Owning your vehicle is a large responsibility and your parents are right, you should definitely purchase
car insurance
before hitting the road. Luckily, shopping for insurance does not have to be a hassle and you can generate car insurance quotes online, in an app, or by calling a local agent.Before shopping, it is recommended you gather all the documentation you may be required to provide such as:
- Your current address where the vehicle will be garaged
- Your vehicle’s VIN
- Your driver’s license or driver’s license number
- Proof of prior insurance, like adeclaration pageif you are currently a driver under your parents’ policy
- Additional documentation for discounts such as agood student discountor proof you completed a safe drivers course
Making these documents handy ahead of time will make shopping for car insurance easier, but it is also important to make sure you are purchasing the right type of insurance and that you meet your state’s
minimum car insurance requirement
.Using comparison apps like
Jerry
is a quick and easy way to generate comparison quotes from over 50 insurance providers at once! Of course, if you have any questions along the way, text an agent through the app and they will be there to help. The average Jerry driver saves $879 a year on car insurance!Again, congratulations on the new purchase!
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