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Drive
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If
you drive less than a certain number of miles in a year
(e.g., 7,500), you may qualify for a low-mileage discount.
If your insurer offers this discount, try to limit your
driving as much as possible. If you commute to work,
use public transportation instead of driving. When you
go away on vacation, fly or take the train. |
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Don't use your
car for business purposes. |
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Since
work-related driving generally subjects you to higher
premiums than pleasure driving, it may be in your best
interest to stop using your car for business purposes. |
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Drive more safely. |
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You
may be eligible for a price break on your policy if
you maintain a clean driving record for a specified
period (usually three years). A clean driving record
generally means no accidents, moving violations, drunk
driving convictions, etc., during that period. The best
way to qualify for the applicable discount is to drive
carefully and defensively at all times. |
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Buy a low-profile
car. |
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Cars
are rated on a risk scale for auto insurance purposes.
In general, sports cars and other high-performance,
flashy vehicles are classified as higher risks because
they are common targets for thieves and vandals, and
because statistically, the people who own them tend
to drive more recklessly. If you own such a vehicle,
you will likely pay a higher premium than if you owned
a station wagon, sedan, or other low-risk vehicle. |
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Keep your car
in a garage. |
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Cars
parked in garages are less likely to be stolen, vandalized,
or struck by other vehicles. Using a garage to store
your car may entitle you to a slight premium reduction. |
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Inquire about
multifamily/multipolicy discounts. |
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You
may receive a discount from your insurance company if
you buy more than one type of insurance through that
same company (e.g., auto and homeowner's). A discount
may also apply to your auto insurance if you insure
multiple cars under the same policy or with the same
company. |