If you are involved in a car accident or stopped by a police officer and found to be driving without car insurance , you will be subject to penalties in the state of Missouri like cancellation of your vehicle’s registration or go to jail. But if you have a limited income, what should you do to bring down the cost of automobile insurance in Missouri?

Here are few things that may help you:

• The basic and the surest way is to drive safely. If you get involve in accidents one too many times, this would definitely increase your monthly premium rates. Make sure you keep a clean driving record and obey traffic rules. My rule of the thumb is never drink and drive! Tickets for speeding or drunk driving will definitely cause your premiums to rise.
• Increase your deductibles. A deductible is the amount of any loss you must pay before the insurance company cover damages. It will decrease your insurance rates if you raise the deductible amounts on your policy.
• Take advantage of the discounts and programs available in your insurance company. Do not assume though that just because you are getting the discount, the rate is good. Sometimes a company without any discounts will give you an overall lower rate than those company that offers discount. Check and shop around to compare prices.
• Do you drive an expensive car? You can expect a higher monthly payment on your insurance since it will cost more to repair or replace it in case of an accident. I suggest you get a low profile car which is low maintenance to get lower monthly premium.
• Shop around. A few phone calls and checking individual company website will save you hundreds of dollars. Make sure you talk to an agent directly for more information before making decisions.

In any case you are having difficulty obtaining coverage from any insurance company in Missouri, you can get coverage from Missouri Joint Underwriting Association (MJUA). Any agent will be able to provide you with MJUA rate and information who to contact.

Goodluck!

-MariCAR