Our auto insurance methodology

Our insurance products are then rated on a scale of one to five stars, primarily focusing on:

Pricing

With so many options for insurance across the board these days, it’s easiest, and quite effective, to first look at the bottom line. Do single out competitive prices across insurance categories it’s important to focus on:

• Deductibles
• Terms
• Coverage
• The fine print

Discounts

Insurance provides coverage for unexpected financial burdens and piece of mind. But it’s important to check your policies and see how you can lower your premium. Insurance companies offer discounts for all sorts of things now from safe driving to good grades to automatic bill pay. Pay attention to:

• Discounts offered
• Variety of discounts
• Discount qualifications

Perks/Benefits

The benefits of insurance these days have gone far beyond just what your policy covers. Most companies and policies come with perks — some of which may be completely unrelated to your insurance policy. Take a look at:

• Non-pricing related perks offered
• Benefits unrelated to your coverage
• Perks that stand out in the industry
• Will you actually use the benefit?

Customer Service/Claims Process

Policy research and coverage options are great, but how is the process when you have to actually use your insurance policy? The best coverage doesn’t hold much value if it’s a hassle to get paid out. Pay special attention to:

• How hard it is to file a claim
• If your provider has a history of resisting payouts
• The customer satisfaction scores for your provider