I used to screenshot everything too, but after a while my photo gallery just turned into a graveyard of expired quotes and random policy numbers. Now I just jot down the important stuff in Google Keep—way easier to find later, especially when you’re standing in line at the DMV and need proof of coverage. Honestly, those hidden fees are wild... last time, I found a “document prep fee” that was almost as much as my monthly premium. Gotta keep your eyes peeled, but spreadsheets definitely help keep the chaos under control.
I get the appeal of Google Keep, but I’ve actually gone back to keeping a little folder of PDFs in my email. Searching for “insurance” pulls up everything fast, and I don’t have to worry about syncing across apps. Those hidden fees though... they’re sneaky. I once got charged a “processing fee” just for updating my address—felt like a scam. Spreadsheets are great, but I end up forgetting to update them half the time.
I hear you on the hidden fees—insurance companies are wild with that stuff. I once got hit with a “policy maintenance fee” just for switching my payment method. Didn’t even know that was a thing. I’ve tried spreadsheets too, but honestly, they end up half-filled and forgotten. PDFs in email sounds low-tech, but if it works, it works. At least you’re not dealing with another app update every week...
Yeah, those random fees are the worst—like, who even comes up with “policy maintenance” anyway? I get what you mean about spreadsheets; mine always end up half-baked too. Honestly, just keeping a folder of PDFs works better for me than any fancy app. Less hassle, less chance of missing an update or something crucial.
Ever get a renewal notice and realize there’s a new “processing” fee tacked on? Drives me nuts. Curious—do you actually print out your PDFs, or just save them digitally? I’ve tried both, but sometimes I lose track either way.
