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Licensed Texas agents comparing 40+ carriers for auto, home, and commercial coverage. Serving Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and communities across the Lone Star State.

Auto Insurance

Texas Auto Insurance Requirements & Minimums

Fault System: At-Fault (Modified Comparative Negligence)

TX Minimum Coverage Limits

Bodily Injury (per person) $30,000
Bodily Injury (per accident) $60,000
Property Damage $25,000

Texas auto insurance rates have risen 55% since 2019, driven by population growth, severe weather, litigation costs, and rising vehicle repair expenses. Shopping multiple carriers annually is essential for Texas drivers.

Texas requires insurers to offer UM/UIM coverage, but you can reject it in writing. Many drivers unknowingly sign rejection forms at dealerships. If you were hit by an uninsured driver and don't have UM coverage, you could be left paying your own medical bills.

Texas follows modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. You can recover damages if you are not more than 50% at fault, but your recovery is reduced by your fault percentage. Texas juries have awarded some of the largest auto accident verdicts in the country.

Our Recommendation

With Texas rates rising 55% since 2019, shopping carriers annually is critical. We recommend at least 100/300/100 liability with UM/UIM — do not sign the rejection form at the dealership. Texas juries award some of the highest accident verdicts in the nation.

Home Insurance

Texas Home Insurance: Hail, Wind & Coastal Risk

Texas homeowners insurance is shaped by three major risk factors: hail storms in North Texas and the Panhandle, hurricane exposure along the Gulf Coast, and severe thunderstorm winds across the state. Texas consistently leads the nation in total insured catastrophe losses.

The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) provides wind and hail coverage for 14 coastal counties and parts of Harris County where private coverage is unavailable. TWIA is the insurer of last resort for coastal wind risk, and properties must pass a WPI-8 windstorm inspection to qualify.

North Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth) experiences some of the most destructive hail storms in the country. Hail damage claims have driven significant rate increases across the DFW metroplex. We compare carriers with different hail deductible structures — percentage-based versus flat-dollar — to find the best balance of premium and out-of-pocket risk for Texas homeowners.

Commercial Insurance

Texas Workers Compensation & Business Coverage

WC Requirement Optional (not required for private employers)
Non-Compliance Penalties

Texas is the only state where private employers can opt out of workers compensation without penalty. However, non-subscribing employers lose important legal protections and can be sued by injured employees without the benefit of workers comp defenses.

Texas is the only state where workers compensation is optional for private employers. Employers who opt out ("non-subscribers") can be sued directly by injured employees and cannot use contributory negligence, assumption of risk, or fellow employee fault as defenses.

Despite being optional, most Texas employers carry workers compensation because the alternative — unlimited liability in employee injury lawsuits — is often more expensive. Our commercial team helps Texas businesses evaluate the financial risk of subscribing versus non-subscribing and finds competitive workers comp rates from specialized carriers.

Why Choose Us

Why Choose Select Insurance Group
in Texas?

Expertise navigating Texas's 55% rate increases since 2019 — we find carriers that other agents miss.

TWIA coastal wind coordination for Gulf Coast homeowners and businesses.

Workers compensation guidance for Texas's unique opt-in system — helping you weigh the risks of subscribing vs. non-subscribing.

Bilingual Spanish/English agents serving Texas's large Hispanic communities across Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin.

Our Partners

Texas Insurance Carrier Partners

We compare rates from these top-rated carriers — and more — to find the best coverage and price for Texas residents.

Progressive Travelers Safeco National General Bristol West Foremost Kemper Dairyland TWIA Stillwater Encompass Olympus

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Service Areas

Texas Office Locations & Cities We Serve

Cities We Serve in Texas

Houston San Antonio Dallas Austin Fort Worth El Paso Arlington Corpus Christi Plano Laredo Lubbock Irving

Don't see your city? We serve all of Texas. Call (469) 729-0078

FAQ

Texas Insurance Frequently Asked Questions

What are Texas's minimum auto insurance requirements?

Texas requires 30/60/25 liability coverage: $30,000 bodily injury per person, $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 property damage. Texas insurers must offer UM/UIM coverage, but you can reject it in writing. We strongly recommend keeping UM/UIM coverage.

Why has Texas auto insurance increased so much?

Texas auto insurance rates have risen approximately 55% since 2019, driven by population growth, severe weather events, rising vehicle repair costs, increased litigation, and higher medical expenses. Shopping multiple carriers annually through an independent agent is the best way to manage costs.

Is workers compensation required in Texas?

No. Texas is the only state where private employers are not required to carry workers compensation insurance. However, non-subscribing employers lose important legal defenses and can be sued directly by injured employees. Most employers choose to carry coverage because the alternative liability is potentially unlimited.

What is TWIA in Texas?

The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) provides wind and hail coverage for 14 coastal counties where private coverage is unavailable. Properties must pass a WPI-8 windstorm inspection to qualify. TWIA coverage must be paired with a standard homeowners policy that covers non-wind perils.

What is the UM/UIM rejection trap in Texas?

Texas law requires insurers to offer Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, but many drivers unknowingly sign rejection forms — often at car dealerships during vehicle purchases. If you reject UM/UIM and are hit by an uninsured driver, you could be responsible for your own medical bills. We recommend reviewing your policy to confirm you have UM/UIM coverage.

How much does home insurance cost in Texas?

Texas homeowners insurance rates are among the highest in the nation, driven by hail storms, hurricanes, and severe thunderstorms. Rates vary significantly by region — North Texas (DFW) and the Gulf Coast pay the highest premiums. Comparing 40+ carriers through an independent agent is the most effective way to find competitive rates.

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