Eight steps to getting the right insurance policy at the right price

Comparing insurance policies is tough. However, by following these eight steps, you can simplify the process and find the right insurance policy for you.

- Richard Quadrino, Contributor

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The US Bank Tower and the AON Corp. building are pictured as part of the Los Angeles skyline in this 2012 file photo. AON is a global provider of risk management and insurance products. (Fred Prouser/Reuters/File)

2. Gather and compare information

Quotes given by insurance companies can vary widely, so devote a good amount of time to researching companies and getting comparison quotes. Be sure each quote is for same amount of coverage you determined you needed in step one, so you are comparing apples to apples. Online comparison sites, insurance company sites, and insurance agents can all help in this process.

Here are some online comparison sites to get you started: Netquote.com, Insurance.com, progressive.com, insweb.com, and autoinsurancecenter.com.