'People think it's painful to switch car insurance but it's really not - in my case it was less than a day's work to get hundreds in savings'

Mortgage broker Sean Corbett from Co Clare highlights the importance of shopping around for car insurance, sharing his experience of reducing his premium significantly by 40% after switching providers.

Initially, I was consistently renewing with AIB. However, the renewal quote of €702 prompted me to re-evaluate my options; ultimately, I found a much cheaper premium for €440 with AIG.

When seeking insurance for my son's young driver policy, I faced a hefty initial quote of €2,200 from Axa, but I managed to secure a better deal at €1,602 with AIG.

The challenge often lies in the automatic renewal tactics that discourage consumers from exploring better options. By actively comparing quotes, I uncovered substantial savings.

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