Cheap 2014 Cadillac CTS Coupe Insurance Rates

Are you a victim of an underperforming, overpriced insurance coverage policy? Believe me when I say many consumers are feeling buyer’s remorse and feel like there’s no way out.

Numerous car insurance companies battle for your insurance dollar, so it can be very hard to choose a company and get the definite lowest rate possible.

It’s a great practice to check insurance coverage prices as often as possible since prices trend upward over time. Just because you had the best deal on CTS Coupe coverage two years ago you can probably find a lower rate today. There is a lot of bad information regarding insurance coverage on the internet, but in this article, you’re going to get some proven techniques to save money.

If you currently have a car insurance policy, you will be able to reduce your rates substantially using this information. Finding the best rates is easy if you know what you’re doing. But car owners do need to know how companies compete online and apply this information to your search.

How to lower your insurance coverage cost

When comparison shopping, there are several ways of comparing price quotes from insurance coverage companies in your area. The quickest method to comparison shop is to jump online and get quotes. This can be done in a couple minutes as outlined below.

  1. The first (and easiest) way consumers can make multiple comparisons is a comparison rater form click here to open form in new window. This form keeps you from doing a different quote for each company you want a rate for. A single, simple form will get you price quotes from multiple low-cost companies.
  2. A harder way to compare prices requires a visit to the website of each company and repeat the quote process again and again. For instance, we’ll assume you want comparison quotes from State Farm, 21st Century and Progressive. You would be required to visit each site and punch in your information repeatedly, which is why first method is reommended. For a list of links to insurance companies in your area, click here.

However you get your quotes, make absolute certain that you use equivalent coverages and limits for each price quote. If you enter mixed coverages you will not be able to make a fair rate comparison. Just slight variations in insurance coverages or limits may result in a large different in cost. Just remember that comparing all the rates in your area will enable you to find better pricing.

Advertising myths

Respected companies like Progressive, GEICO, Allstate and State Farm continually stream television and radio advertisements. All the companies seem to make the promise about saving some big amount if you move to them. How does every insurance company give you a lower rate?

Most companies quote the lowest rates for the type of driver that earns them the most money. For example, a desirable insured could possibly be over age 30, has a clean driving record, and has great credit. Any new insured that fits those parameters will get a cheap rate quote as well as save a lot if they switch.

Drivers who are not a match for the “perfect” profile may be required to pay more expensive rates which translates to business going elsewhere. If you listen closely, the ads state “people who switch” not “everybody who quotes” save money. This is how insurance companies can lure you into getting a quote.

Because of the profiling, you need to compare price quotes frequently. Because you never know the company that will fit your personal profile best.

Do you qualify for discounts?

Auto insurance companies do not list all possible discounts in an easy-to-find place, so the below list has a few of the more well known and the harder-to-find discounts you could be receiving when you buy auto insurance online.

  • Discount for Swiching Early – A few larger companies give discounts for switching to them prior to the expiration date on your current policy. The savings is around 10%.
  • Accident Forgiveness Coverage – This one isn’t a discount, but certain companies will let one accident slide before raising your premiums as long as you don’t have any claims before the accident.
  • Multiple Vehicles – Having multiple cars or trucks on one policy can reduce rates for all insured vehicles.
  • Professional Memberships – Belonging to specific professional or occupational memberships or organizations is a simple method to lower premiums on your next renewal.
  • Pay Now and Pay Less – If paying your policy premium upfront instead of making monthly payments you can actually save on your bill.
  • Air Bag Discount – Vehicles equipped with air bags may get savings of 20% or more.
  • Defensive Driver – Taking part in a driver safety class is a good idea and can lower rates if your company offers it.
  • Safety Restraint Discount – Drivers who require all occupants to fasten their seat belts can save up to 10 percent (depending on the company) on the medical payments or PIP coverage costs.

Remember that most discounts do not apply to the overall cost of the policy. Most only cut the cost of specific coverages such as comp or med pay. So despite the fact that it appears adding up those discounts means a free policy, it’s just not the way it works.

Larger insurance companies and a summarized list of policyholder discounts are:

  • GEICO may have discounts that include good student, military active duty, multi-vehicle, anti-lock brakes, seat belt use, daytime running lights, and federal employee.
  • MetLife may include discounts for defensive driver, accident-free, good driver, multi-policy, good student, and claim-free.
  • State Farm policyholders can earn discounts including good driver, student away at school, multiple autos, Drive Safe & Save, anti-theft, and safe vehicle.
  • Progressive includes discounts for continuous coverage, good student, homeowner, multi-vehicle, online signing, multi-policy, and online quote discount.
  • Mercury Insurance has savings for low natural disaster claims, multi-car, location of vehicle, accident-free, anti-theft, good driver, and ease of repair.
  • 21st Century may offer discounts for theft prevention, automatic seat belts, good student, student driver, and homeowners.
  • Allstate offers discounts for utility vehicle, safe driver, multi-policy, EZ pay plan discount, and defensive driver.

If you want cheap auto insurance quotes, ask every company the best way to save money. Some discounts might not be available to policyholders everywhere. To find insurance companies that provide some of the discounts listed above, click here.

Don’t assume everyone needs the same auto insurance coverage

When it comes to buying proper insurance coverage, there really is no one size fits all plan. Coverage needs to be tailored to your specific needs and your policy should reflect that. Here are some questions about coverages that might help in determining whether you may require specific advice.

  • Is there coverage for injuries to my pets?
  • Do I need higher collision deductibles?
  • Do I need medical payments coverage since I have good health insurance?
  • Should I have a commercial auto policy?
  • What exactly is covered by my policy?
  • Is my cargo covered for damage or theft?

If you can’t answer these questions, you may need to chat with a licensed insurance agent. To find an agent in your area, complete this form or you can go here for a list of companies in your area.

Car insurance coverage options for a Cadillac CTS Coupe

Learning about specific coverages of your policy can be of help when determining the best coverages and the correct deductibles and limits. The terms used in a policy can be difficult to understand and coverage can change by endorsement. These are the usual coverages found on most car insurance policies.

Collision coverage

Collision coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage from colliding with another vehicle or an object, but not an animal. A deductible applies and the rest of the damage will be paid by collision coverage.

Collision coverage pays for things like driving through your garage door, rolling your car and colliding with another moving vehicle. Collision is rather expensive coverage, so consider dropping it from lower value vehicles. Drivers also have the option to increase the deductible to save money on collision insurance.

Medical payments coverage and PIP

Coverage for medical payments and/or PIP pay for bills for things like X-ray expenses, EMT expenses, dental work, doctor visits and hospital visits. The coverages can be used to fill the gap from your health insurance policy or if you lack health insurance entirely. It covers both the driver and occupants and also covers being hit by a car walking across the street. Personal Injury Protection is not available in all states and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay

Comprehensive coverage

This will pay to fix damage OTHER than collision with another vehicle or object. You need to pay your deductible first and then insurance will cover the rest of the damage.

Comprehensive insurance covers claims such as vandalism, damage from getting keyed and falling objects. The highest amount a car insurance company will pay at claim time is the market value of your vehicle, so if your deductible is as high as the vehicle’s value it’s probably time to drop comprehensive insurance.

Liability insurance

This protects you from damages or injuries you inflict on a person or their property that is your fault. This coverage protects you from claims by other people, and doesn’t cover damage sustained by your vehicle in an accident.

It consists of three limits, bodily injury per person, bodily injury per accident and property damage. Your policy might show policy limits of 100/300/100 which stand for $100,000 bodily injury coverage, $300,000 for the entire accident, and a limit of $100,000 paid for damaged property. Occasionally you may see a combined single limit or CSL which limits claims to one amount rather than limiting it on a per person basis.

Liability coverage pays for things such as medical expenses, pain and suffering, repair bills for other people’s vehicles, attorney fees and repair costs for stationary objects. The amount of liability coverage you purchase is up to you, but consider buying as large an amount as possible.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage

Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist coverage provides protection from other motorists when they are uninsured or don’t have enough coverage. It can pay for medical payments for you and your occupants and also any damage incurred to your Cadillac CTS Coupe.

Since a lot of drivers carry very low liability coverage limits, it only takes a small accident to exceed their coverage. So UM/UIM coverage is very important. Most of the time these coverages are identical to your policy’s liability coverage.

One last thing about your coverage

The cheapest 2014 Cadillac CTS Coupe insurance is possible online and also from your neighborhood agents, and you need to price shop both in order to have the best chance of saving money. Some insurance companies may not provide online price quotes and most of the time these small insurance companies sell through independent agents.

While you’re price shopping online, it’s not a good idea to skimp on coverage in order to save money. There are a lot of situations where an accident victim reduced liability limits or collision coverage only to discover later that it was a big error on their part. Your goal is to buy enough coverage for the lowest cost while still protecting your assets.

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