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How do I lower my insurance rate with The General after a car accident?
I was in an at-fault car accident about a year ago. I've been recovering smoothly, and I've been driving much more carefully since then, but my insurance rates with The General just went up. Is there any way that I can I lower my rate?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Sorry to hear about your accident! On average, your
car insurance
will increase by 48% on average after an at-fault accident, so doing anything you can to lower your rate is a financially savvy move. Fortunately, you have plenty of options for your policy with The General!- Improve your credit score
- Raise your deductible
- Adjust your coverage limits
If you do all of these and
The General
still doesn’t lower your rates, the next step is to shop around with other companies.One of the easiest ways to do this is through the
Jerry
app! We’ll get you personalized quotes from top-of-the-line providers in seconds so that all you have to do is choose the plan that works best for you. And once you pick one, we’ll even help you switch! That way, you can save yourself time, money, and a hassle.Best of luck with lowering your rates!”
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