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I have had the same insurance agent since I have been driving. The rate of my policy seems too high, so I got a quote from GEICO and they said they could save me $1,000 a year! I thought having your own agent meant they always get you the best rate!

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“Wow, this is a big difference, and I understand why you are concerned. In theory, having your own agent can save you money, but not always. There are a few reasons for this.

First, since you are such a long-time customer, your agent may not be giving your policy the attention it deserves. I suggest giving them a call and letting them know you are shopping for cheaper

. This may motivate them to work harder for you.

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