Have you fallen victim to an underperforming, overpriced insurance policy? You’re preaching to the choir because you’re not the only one. Popular companies such as Geico, 21st Century and Progressive persitently shower you with TV and radio ads and it is difficult to ignore the flashy ads and do the work needed to find the best deal.
If you have a current insurance policy or are looking for a new policy, you will benefit by learning to find better prices while maintaining coverages. Finding affordable coverage is not that difficult. Drivers just need to learn the tricks to compare prices online.
Some insurance providers don’t always list every available discount in an easy-to-find place, so the list below contains a few of the more well known in addition to some of the lesser obvious ways to save on insurance.
Policy discounts save money, but most of the big mark downs will not be given to your bottom line cost. Most only apply to individual premiums such as physical damage coverage or medical payments. Just because it seems like you could get a free insurance policy, insurance companies aren’t that generous.
Some of the insurance companies who might offer these benefits are:
Check with each company or agent which discounts can lower your rates. Some credits may not be offered in your area. To find companies with significant discounts, click this link.
When it comes to buying the best insurance coverage, there isn’t really a “perfect” insurance plan. Each situation is unique so this has to be addressed. For instance, these questions might point out if your insurance needs may require specific advice.
If it’s difficult to answer those questions but you know they apply to you, you might consider talking to an agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, take a second and complete this form or click here for a list of insurance companies in your area. It’s fast, free and you can get the answers you need.
Understanding the coverages of your insurance policy can help you determine the right coverages for your vehicles. The coverage terms in a policy can be difficult to understand and reading a policy is terribly boring. Shown next are the usual coverages found on most insurance policies.
This coverage will pay to fix damage that is not covered by collision coverage. A deductible will apply and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.
Comprehensive can pay for claims such as a tree branch falling on your vehicle, damage from a tornado or hurricane, a broken windshield and hitting a deer. The most your insurance company will pay is the cash value of the vehicle, so if the vehicle’s value is low it’s not worth carrying full coverage.
Collision coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage caused by collision with a stationary object or other vehicle. A deductible applies then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.
Collision insurance covers things such as backing into a parked car, hitting a mailbox, damaging your car on a curb, sustaining damage from a pot hole and hitting a parking meter. Collision coverage makes up a good portion of your premium, so you might think about dropping it from lower value vehicles. Drivers also have the option to increase the deductible to bring the cost down.
Coverage for medical payments and/or PIP reimburse you for expenses for chiropractic care, hospital visits and ambulance fees. They can be used in conjunction with a health insurance program or if you lack health insurance entirely. They cover both the driver and occupants and also covers if you are hit as a while walking down the street. PIP coverage is not an option in every state and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay
Liability coverage will cover damages or injuries you inflict on other’s property or people by causing an accident. This coverage protects you from legal claims by others. It does not cover damage sustained by your vehicle in an accident.
Split limit liability has three limits of coverage: bodily injury per person, bodily injury per accident and property damage. Your policy might show values of 50/100/50 which stand for $50,000 in coverage for each person’s injuries, a limit of $100,000 in injury protection per accident, and $50,000 of coverage for damaged propery.
Liability coverage protects against things such as repair costs for stationary objects, attorney fees, bail bonds, repair bills for other people’s vehicles and medical services. How much liability coverage do you need? That is a decision to put some thought into, but buy higher limits if possible.
Your UM/UIM coverage provides protection from other motorists when they do not carry enough liability coverage. This coverage pays for injuries sustained by your vehicle’s occupants and damage to your Hyundai Sonata.
Because many people have only the minimum liability required by law, it only takes a small accident to exceed their coverage. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage is important protection for you and your family.
When searching for affordable car insurance quotes, do not buy poor coverage just to save money. There are a lot of situations where an accident victim reduced physical damage coverage only to regret at claim time that they should have had better coverage. The aim is to buy a smart amount of coverage at the best possible price and still be able to protect your assets.
You just read many ideas to lower your 2007 Hyundai Sonata insurance prices. It’s most important to understand that the more quotes you get, the more likely it is that you will get a better rate. Drivers may discover the biggest savings come from a lesser-known regional company. These smaller insurers may cover specific market segments cheaper than the large multi-state companies such as Allstate and Progressive.
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Cody Rodriquez
I live in Las Vegas, NV. Got prices from Allstate, AIG Insurance, Eastwood, and The General for my 2007 Hyundai Sonata and saved $248 a year. I got prices on the web.
Christy Glenn
2007 Hyundai Sonata + Allstate = GOOD RATES!
Lucile Kennedy
What exactly does liability cover?
Ema Marshall
21st Century has the cheapest rates in Washington. No comparison.
Earnestine Spence
Thanks for putting this site together. I’m in the north part of Raleigh, North Carolina. Quoted with State Farm, Amica, and Esurance for my 2007 Hyundai Sonata and saved around $370 a year. Was with Encompass. Not sure if rates are cheaper online or through an agent.
Fallon Lamb
Does 21st Century insure after a DUI?
Gianna Ray
Found cheapest coverage with Liberty Mutual for my 2007 Hyundai Sonata and cut my rates about $170 a year. It never hurts to quote around.
Aida Vasquez
It’s all a rip off. Live in Huntington, WV. Got quotes from Amica, Sentry, and some smaller one I can’t remember the name of for my Hyundai and saved around $90 a year. They have a lot of discounts available. I quoted rates online then called them.
Kandi Reid
Just a quick comment on my experience. Lifelong resident of Seattle, WA. I got free rates from MetLife, Erie, Progressive, and Auto-Owners for my Sonata and saved $535 a year. Was with Hanover. Thankfully I have a good driving record. Not sure if rates are cheaper online or not.
Patria Coffey
I got quite a few price quotes for a 2007 Hyundai Sonata in Rockford, IL. Ended up at darn near $460 every six months with Amica. They have a lot of discounts available. Online quotes are the way to go.
Evelyn Wheeler
I live just outside New York City, New York. Quoted with American Family, Esurance, and MetLife for my Hyundai and saved about $250 a year. They were helpful in switching over.
Elfrieda Ford
I’m just west of Tampa, FL, and GEICO rates were best. Insured with Mercury before. Not sure about claim service.
Beth Gaines
Checking in from Atlanta, GA. Got car insurance prices from GEICO, Auto-Owners, and Encompass for my Sonata and saved $218 a year. LOL
Althea Brennan
This is too expensive. I live west of Columbus, GA. Checked online prices for a 2007 Hyundai Sonata. Ended up at about $110 savings annually. Went with Progressive.
Magaret Webster
Cheap is relative. From northwest of North Charleston, SC. I compared lots of rates. Saved darn near $40 a month. State Farm was the best choice for me.
Carlene Hopkins
Cheap car insurance? What’s that? I live just outside Owensboro, KY. Got car insurance quotes with The General, Amica, Nationwide, and a couple others for my Sonata and I think I saved about $50 each month. Left GMAC to switch. Have a couple speeding tickets too. They were helpful in switching over.