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I live in Rhode Island, and my car insurance is pretty expensive. What are some ways I can lower how much I'm paying?

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Lauren Smith · Updated on
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Rhode Island is one of the top ten most expensive states for car insurance, so you’re not the only one in your state feeling that pain!
To start, you might try looking into discounts. Most companies offer discounts, even if they don’t advertise them. Some common options are:
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