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Terry Jackson   Expert: Terry Jackson
Driving for Dollars
Driver can put coverage under his name
Driving for Dollars

Co-signer shouldn't affect car policy
 

Dear Terry,
If I need a co-signer for an auto loan, can I still put the insurance under my name?
-- Mike

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Dear Mike,
If you are the sole driver and the insurance company is willing to issue you a policy, depending on your driving and accident record, you can absolutely put the insurance under your name. The policy will reflect the lender as the lien holder.


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