Quick Guide to Searching Online for a Brockton Insurance Agent

When finding a good Brockton agent, we recommend you start your research on the web to save time. Consumers need a competent insurance agent, and also want to find the best car insurance prices in Brockton.

Companies like Progressive, GEICO and Farmers Insurance continually hit you with ad campaigns and consumers find it hard to see through the cute green geckos and mayhem and take the time to shop coverage around.

Neighborhood insurance agents

Agents are trained to spot inefficiencies and help submit paperwork. One of the great benefits of comparing insurance prices online is that you can obtain the lowest rates and still have an agent to talk to.

To find an agent, once you fill out this short form, the coverage information is immediately sent to companies in Brockton who will return price quotes for your business. There is no reason to visit any agencies because quoted prices will be sent straight to your inbox. It doesn’t get any easier!

Picking an insurance agent requires more thought than just the bottom line cost. Some important questions to ask are:

How long have they worked with personal auto insurance coverage?
What are the financial ratings for the companies they represent?
Is their price quote a firm figure or are their hidden costs?
Are they full-time agents?
Do they make recommendations based only on price?
How are claims handled?
How long has their agency been in business in Brockton?
Are they properly licensed to sell insurance in Massachusetts?

Multiple types of car insurance agents in Brockton

When researching a reputable insurance agent or broker, you need to know there are two types of agencies that differ in how they can insure your vehicles. Brockton agents are classified as either captive or independent. Either one can properly insure your vehicles, but it’s worth mentioning the difference between them since it may influence the selection process.

Captive Agents

Captive agents have only one company to place business with such as American Family, Liberty Mutual and AAA. They generally cannot place coverage with different providers so keep that in mind. Captive agencies are trained well on their company’s products which helps them sell insurance even at higher premiums.

Independent Agents

Independent agents are not locked into one company but instead can place your coverage with lots of companies and potentially find a lower price. To transfer your coverage to a different company, your agent can switch companies without you having to go to a different agency. When comparing rates, you should always get quotes from at a minimum one independent agency to ensure the widest selection of prices.

Shown below is a list of independent agencies in Brockton willing to provide comparison quotes.

Boufides Insurance – 457 Pleasant St – Brockton, MA 02301 – (508) 587-7500
William C Bearce Agency – 670 Pleasant St – Brockton, MA 02301 – (508) 586-3400
William Rubio Insurance – 567 Pleasant St # 9 – Brockton, MA 02301 – (508) 588-4100

For a complete listing of Brockton insurance agents, click here to link.

Upon receiving reasonable responses and locked in a price quote, chances are good that you have found an insurance agent that will adequately provide car insurance.

When might I need the advice of an agent?

When it comes to buying the right insurance coverage for your vehicles, there is no “perfect” insurance plan. Every situation is different so your insurance needs to address that. These are some specific questions can aid in determining whether your personal situation would benefit from professional advice.

Does my personal policy cover me when driving my company car?
Should I buy additional glass protection?
Do no-fault laws apply in Massachusetts?
Is rental equipment covered for theft or damage?
What is covered by UM/UIM coverage?
Can I afford to buy a different vehicle if my vehicle is totaled?
Can I afford to pay high deductible claims out of pocket?
Should I put collision coverage on all my vehicles?
Is my babysitter covered when using my vehicle?

If you don’t know the answers to these questions but a few of them apply, you may need to chat with an insurance agent.

But what about buying insurance online?

Insurance agents serve a purpose, but Massachusetts car insurance can also be bought directly from online companies. Certain auto insurance companies like Allstate and State Farm who sell through agents in Brockton also give you the ability to quote and buy online, and consumers should do that if the lowest rate is your goal.

If you’re apprehensive about choosing your own coverages when buying car insurance direct, this is normal but is quickly overcome. Online insurance companies that require consumers to choose their own coverages all have toll-free customer service you can use to get advice on coverages.

Can you save money buying online? It’s hard to say exactly since there may be dozens of rate factors that influence the price you pay. It’s often assumed that purchasing direct online prevents the agent from taking a cut. In many cases, online and traditional media advertising are expensive so there may not be significant savings.

In Summary

Cost effective car insurance can be purchased both online and also from your neighborhood Brockton agents, and you need to price shop both so you have a total pricing picture. There are still a few companies who may not provide online quoting and usually these small insurance companies provide coverage only through local independent agents.

As you go through the steps to switch your coverage, make sure you don’t reduce coverage to reduce premium. Too many times, someone sacrificed physical damage coverage only to find out that the small savings ended up costing them much more. The aim is to purchase a proper amount of coverage at an affordable rate while still protecting your assets.

Additional detailed information can be read at the Massachusetts Division of Insurance website. Consumers can find disaster information, view agent and company licensing information, and find out which companies have the most complaints.

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