Can you get car insurance with a permit?

I have had my permit for months. Should I get a car first or insurance?

• Answer:

  My suggestion is this: -practice for a while in a different car, like your parents, and make sure that you are prepared to drive. Keep in mind that in most states, you do not need insurance as the permit automatically covers you under the driver's insurance. Also, the car has to belong to someone over 18 who has a valid license. -Once you pass your driver's license test, start looking for a good starter car, something that is cheap but reliable. Don't invest in something "cool" or "sporty". Right after getting your license, you are most likely to be in an accident, and you don't want your nice new car getting scratched! -Use someone else's car, again, your parent's is a good choice, and get basic insurance added on to theirs. Pay them that money every month and get onto a budget. While you are using that other vehicle, keep looking and saving up for a car of your own. -Before you buy the car, find out how much insurance will be. Compare a lot of cars before choosing one! Once you have the car picked out, call up your insurance agent and get the insurance started on your new car. I hope I helped here; this is exactly what I went/am going through right now while I work on getting my own car! I waited until I was 19 to get my license, so you have quite an advantage over me! Good luck to you!