How to switch car insurance providers

While it may seem daunting to switch car insurance providers, it is a great way to regain some control over rising rates. Here's everything you need to know about how to change car insurance companies and ensure it’s a smooth transition.

Caitlin McCormack

January 12, 2023

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Caitlin McCormack is a writer based in Toronto. Her work has appeared in MSN, Food Network, HuffPost, What to Expect, Today's Parent, and Mashable, among others. When she isn't writing, she's busy chasing after her two sons, testing out new recipes, and working on her century-old fixer-upper.

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*Shoppers in Ontario who obtained a tenant insurance quote on LowestRates.ca from January to December 2023 saved an average of 33% The average savings percentage represents the difference between the shoppers’ average lowest quoted premium and the average of the second and third lowest quoted premiums generated by LowestRates.ca. Excludes home and condo insurance.

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How expensive is it to insure one of Canada's top 10 most stolen vehicles?

Theft risk is one of many factors insurance providers consider when they set your premium. Find out how Canada's top 10 most-stolen vehicles stack up when it comes to the cost of insurance.

Lisa Coxon

January 5, 2023

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This article is updated annually. As a result, stolen vehicle rankings may change according to the most recent data available.

Every year, Équité Association releases a list of the top 10 stolen vehicles in Canada.

To compile the list, actual theft claims data licensed by the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is collected from almost every car insurance company in the country.

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Lisa is a senior editor in the personal finance space. Her work has appeared in Reader’s Digest, Toronto Life, Canadian Living and TVO. As a child, she diligently hoarded the $50 bills that fell out of her Christmas cards. Adult Lisa is working hard to resurrect those stockpiling tendencies.

Michelle Bates is an editor/writer in the personal finance space with seven years of experience. Her work has also been featured in news sources like the Financial Post, the Globe and Mail, CTV News, and Narcity. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys thrifting home decor, attending live shows, and playing with her Yorkie/Shih Tzu, Freddie, at the park.

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Your home insurance policy will be customized to suit your needs and the property you’re insuring.

Home insurance premiums are determined by dwelling type (is it a single-detached home, a house with a basement tenant suite, or a condo?). Insurance companies also try to predict the kind and size of claim you might make in the future.

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The dangers of only making minimum credit card payments

When you make only the minimum payment on your credit card balance, it can add to your debt and negatively impact your credit history.

Zandile Chiwanza

December 6, 2022

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When you’re stuck in a debt cycle, it’s tempting to continue doing the bare minimum (I was guilty of this for a long time), but the truth is: minimum payments are keeping you in debt and might be doing more harm to your finances than good.

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You refinance your mortgage to get a better rate. Why not do the same with your car loan?

Many homeowners refinance their mortgages to reduce their monthly mortgage payments, save money on interest, or even pay off their loans faster. You can do the same with your car loan.

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