Learn How to Pay Less and Get More for Federal Way Washington Car Insurance

Having to pay for overpriced car insurance can overdraw your savings account and force you to prioritize other expenses. Comparison shopping is free and is an excellent way to help make ends meet.

Drivers have multiple insurance companies to choose from, and even though it’s nice to have a selection, lots of choices makes it harder to find the lowest rates.

It’s important to compare prices before your policy renews because prices fluctuate regularly. If you had the best rates last year a different company probably has better rates today. There is a lot of bad advice regarding car insurance on the internet, so we’re going to give you a bunch of ideas how to slash your car insurance rates.

How to Buy Federal Way Car Insurance Online

There are a variety of methods to compare car insurance quotes, but one way is easier and takes less work. You can waste a few hours (or days) talking to insurance agencies in Federal Way, or you can stay home and use online quoting to get pricing more quickly.

Most car insurance companies are enrolled in a marketplace where insurance shoppers only type in their quote data once, and every company returns a rated price based on the submitted data. This eliminates the need for form submissions to every company.

To compare rates using this form now click here to start a free quote.

The single downside to using this type of system is that consumers can’t choose the insurers you want pricing from. So if you want to select specific providers to request quotes from, we have a listing of companies who write car insurance in Washington. Click to view list.

However you get your quotes, make darn sure you compare the exact same coverages and limits on every quote you get. If you are comparing different values for each quote then you won’t be able to find the best deal in Federal Way. Quoting even small variations in insurance coverages can mean a large discrepancy in price. It’s important to know that getting more free quotes will enable you to find the best price.

How much can you save with discounts?

The cost of insuring your cars can be expensive, but you can get discounts that many people don’t even know exist. Larger premium reductions will be automatically applied at quote time, but less common discounts must be manually applied in order for you to get them.

• Anti-theft Discount – Vehicles equipped with anti-theft or alarm systems help deter theft and therefore earn up to a 10% discount.
• Seat Belts Save – Drivers who require all occupants to buckle their seat belts can save up to 15% off the personal injury premium cost.
• Discount for Good Grades – Performing well in school can save 20 to 25%. This discount can apply until age 25.
• Own a Home – Owning a house in Federal Way can save you money because maintaining a house requires personal responsibility.
• Life Insurance – Select insurance companies reward you with lower rates if you buy life insurance.
• Passive Restraints and Air Bags – Vehicles equipped with air bags or automatic seat belts can qualify for discounts of more than 20%.
• Clubs and Organizations – Being a member of a professional or civic organization could qualify you for a break on your policy.
• Paperwork-free – Some insurance companies will discount your bill up to fifty bucks for buying a policy and signing up digitally online.
• Driver Safety – Taking a course in driver safety could save 5% or more and easily recoup the cost of the course.
• Student Driver Training – Make teen driver coverage more affordable by requiring them to complete a driver education course in high school.

It’s important to note that most credits do not apply to all coverage premiums. The majority will only reduce the price of certain insurance coverages like liability, collision or medical payments. So even though it sounds like you can get free auto insurance, it doesn’t quite work that way. Any qualifying discounts will reduce your premiums.

When should I talk to an agent?

When choosing adequate coverage for your vehicles, there really is no “perfect” insurance plan. Your needs are not the same as everyone else’s so your insurance should reflect that These are some specific questions might help in determining if your insurance needs might need professional guidance.

• Can I pay claims out-of-pocket if I buy high deductibles?
• Does coverage extend to a rental car in a foreign country?
• Does my insurance cover damage caused when ticketed for reckless driving?
• Do I need PIP (personal injury protection) coverage in Washington?
• Am I covered when renting a car or should I buy coverage from the car rental agency?
• Does my liability insurance cover pulling a trailer or camper?

If you’re not sure about those questions, you might consider talking to a licensed insurance agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, simply complete this short form or you can go here for a list of companies in your area.

Additional information can be found on the website for the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Click here for link. Washington consumers can report car insurance fraud, view agent and company licensing information, and view a list of available companies.