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I need to get car insurance for the first time. How do I purchase it?

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Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
To purchase
car insurance
, first decide what coverage you need.
If you are financing a new car, lenders usually require full coverage insurance on it. If you have an older car, you may only want
liability coverage
, as it’s cheaper.
Once you have an idea of the coverage you want, request
car insurance quotes
. If you have a company in mind, you can start with them. Otherwise, aim to gather quotes from at least two or three insurers.
You can do this on your own or you could use
Jerry
. As a licensed broker that offers end-to-end support, the free Jerry app gathers affordable quotes and helps you switch plans. After you find a quote that fits your budget and needs, you can purchase it. Most companies allow you to do this online, but some may require you to call in.
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