I am shopping for auto insurance quotes and have heard that discounts are out there but the companies won’t necessarily offer them to you, you have to ask for them, is this true? For example, is there a special female auto insurance rate?

Melanie B. – Tempe, AZ

Melanie,

Yes, there are lots of discounts on auto insurance quotes available out there and yes, there is a female auto insurance phoenix discount! The carriers will ask you basic questions to see if you qualify for the most common discounts, but it is a good idea to have a list yourself and ask to make sure you get all discounts available to you. Here are most of the ones available:

Type of car – an inexpensive car means lower auto insurance

Driving record – A good driving record may give you a lower rate

Mileage driven – The more you drive, the more likely you are to be in an accident. If you don’t drive much, you may get a significant discount.

Age – The older you are, the cheaper your premium is. The highest rates are for those under 25.

Gender – Females are automatically given a female auto insurance discount.

Good credit – If you have good credit, you may qualify for lower rates.

Residence – If you live in a safe neighborhood, you may be eligible for discounts.

Deductibles – If you choose a higher deductible you may have a lower premium because you will be paying if/and when an accident happens, not in the premium.

I would do some research with many different carriers including online research so that you have a good idea of all of the female auto insurance phoenix discounts and rates available.

Help! I am looking for a low auto insurance quote. My husband and I have been laid off and we are trying to cut costs everywhere. What do you recommend to keep our costs down or should we just go without insurance until we have more money?
Abby L. – Phoenix, AZ

Abby,
Getting auto insurance quotes Phoenix can be tough. But whatever you do, DO NOT go without auto insurance. In some states it’s illegal to not have insurance. You never know when you may be in an accident and there are so many things you can be responsible for if you are in one. Here are a few tips:

Call your current carrier and ask if you qualify for any discounts on your auto insurance. Some common discounts include: a good credit record, safe driving record and low mileage driven.

Ask your current carrier for an auto insurance quote with a higher deductible. This may lower your monthly premium and any costs will only be applied if you are actually in an accident.

Then get two additional auto insurance quotes Phoenix. We recommend looking on the internet (you can start by inserting your zip code in the banner below this blog) as well as contacting companies direct. Ask them about discounts and higher deductibles too.

Good luck!

I hear lots of conflicting information on how to get a better car insurance rate. Can you tell me a few of the main points to consider when I look for cheap car insurance in Phoenix?

Mary, Phoenix AZ

Sure Mary, its both confusing and not our favorite subject to deal with. However, you can get potentially great savings by keeping the following key points in mind when you apply or research your auto insurance coverage:

1) Shop around and get competing quotes. Try to get at least three if possible. You can find out the name of insurance companies in your state by contacting your state insurance department. You can then call the companies directly or you can look on the internet.

2) Also make sure you take into account the cost of insurance BEFORE buying a new or used car. The make and model of the car along with some of its features may drastically affect the cost of your yearly insurance. It could change your mind as to which car you buy!

3) You can also ask for a higher deductible. If you’re a safe driver it may be beneficial to weigh the monthly cost of your insurance vs. the cost of paying some of that back in the form of a higher deductible when you actually need it!

4) Another point that many of us forget is to reduce the coverage we have on our cars as they age and their value goes down. You might consider dropping collision or comprehensive coverage if you car is worth less than 10 times the premium. You can get an estimate of the current worth of your car at http://www.kbb.com which is the site for Kelley’s Blue Book.

5) Other types of discounts consist of: Good credit record, low mileage, and possible group insurance (if your part of a designated professional organization). You can also ask your current or proposed insurer if they have any other possible discounts.

Overall, just keep in mind that the company with the lowest quote or price may not be the one with the most discounts. Keep the final quote in mind when you compare. You can start your process by checking out some of the cheap car insurance Phoenix quotes by inserting your zip code only and clicking on the banners on this blog. Leave a comment and let us know how it worked out for you! Good Luck and Happy Shopping!