
How Much Car Can I Afford?
If you’re in the market for a new car, be sure to take these simple steps to help you determine how much car you can afford.
by Kristin Smith
When it seems that everything costs more these days, you may ask why car insurance costs go up. You drive the same way you have month after month and year after year, so why should the cost change? Here are two key factors impacting auto insurance rates.
Basically, our cars got fancy. Back in the day, a fender bender resulted in a small repair and a small repair bill. Today, you’re replacing more than a headlight. It’s a special-ordered, LED headlight. Don’t even get started with the sensors in that fender. The more bells and whistles, the more it costs to fix.
When health care prices rise, so do auto insurance rates because auto insurance covers the medical costs of those injured in accidents or collisions.
While you can’t control car repair or healthcare costs, you can help control the cost of car insurance by:
Need help controlling the cost of car insurance? Your local COUNTRY Financial insurance agent can help. Find a local rep for an auto insurance quote or to review your auto insurance and discounts.
If you’re in the market for a new car, be sure to take these simple steps to help you determine how much car you can afford.
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