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How long should you keep car insurance policies?
I've been with my current car insurance company for three years. Someone said that the longer you keep your insurance policy, the better your rate will be. Is this true? How long should you keep your insurance policy?
Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Some
car insurance
companies give loyalty discounts for staying with them over a set period of time. However, many companies offer a discount when you’ve been insured continuously, regardless of whether it was with the same insurer or not.Most experts agree that you should shop around for car insurance at every renewal, whether that is every six months or one year. By waiting until your renewal, you will:
- Avoid cancellation fees
- Ensure the quotes you are receiving reflect your current information
You can shop around by requesting
car insurance quotes
from multiple companies or try Jerry
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