mercredi 12 mars 2014

How To Find Insurance Policies To Save Money

By John McDougal


Canadians spend a significant amount of their income on various types of insurance, and shopping for cheaper insurance policies to save money can be a hassle. However, with minimal effort and even a limited understanding of the industry, Canadians of any income bracket can spend less this year.

Start with your current policies for automobile and home. Read them over carefully and examine the coverage details. Do you require those specific levels of coverage or have your needs changed? Deleting aspects of your policy could save you money while avoiding the hassles associated with switching to another insurer.

Your deductible presents one of the easiest ways to save money on this necessary expense. Ask your agent or broker about the various deductible levels available on your policy and consider increasing those deductibles in order to decrease the overall annual cost. Stick to a wise level that balances annual savings with afford-ability should an accident occur and remember to check that deductible every year to ensure you realize the savings at renewal.

Save money and make your life easier by sticking with one insurer or agency for all of your insurance needs. Many insurers offer a bundled rate and provide discounts when a policy is added to an existing one. Insure your cottage with the same company that insures your home or tack the motorcycle coverage onto your existing auto policy to realize discounts on all of the included policies. Life insurance companies or group insurance broker that also provide home and auto coverage may offer multiple product discounts.

Shop around to different companies to obtain the cheapest rate. Use websites to research various providers and calculate accurate quotes for your home and auto coverage. Provide each company with the same data in order to properly compare rates, always provide accurate information and consider the value offered by each insurer.

Some Canadian insurers provide group discounts to professional organizations, social clubs or community groups. Think about any groups that you may belong to, including alumni groups, churches and cultural organizations. These groups may have access to group rates with certain companies, providing their members with opportunities to secure cheaper rates.

Inform your broker or agent about any major changes in your financial situation or personal life. Many companies provide a discount on home and automobile insurance when mortgages or car loans have been paid in full. Job changes, marital status changes, and growing children affect rates for automobile coverage and may provide you with ways to shrink the cost.

Use your research skills and a keen eye for detail to spend less on insurance in Canada. Look over your existing policy and update the insurer on any major life changes to obtain the best rates. Raise your home and automobile coverage deductible, bundle policies together and compare rates to save money. Remember to ask about group discounts based on membership to professional associations and community groups and you can realize significant savings on your renewal.




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