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RE: How bad does a DUI mess up car insurance in Michigan?
Yeah, switching companies won’t really hide a DUI. They all check the same stuff, like your official driving record. I’ve heard Michigan is especially rough - DUIs stick with you for years and rates go way up, sometimes ...
RE: Is gap insurance worth it for new cars in Hawaii?
I used to think gap insurance was just another way for the dealer to squeeze a few extra bucks out of you, but after seeing what happened to my cousin, I’m not so sure anymore. She bought a new Corolla, put down a decent...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
I’ve wondered about that too. I’ve never had a claim denied for something like a grocery run or hardware store trip, but I do keep receipts and jot down what I was doing just in case. Feels like they make it confusing on...
RE: How did you feel after your first accident and dealing with insurance?
Man, I totally relate to the photo thing. When I had my first fender bender (barely a scrape, honestly), I thought snapping a quick pic would be enough. Nope. The insurance lady on the phone wanted shots from every angle...
RE: How picking a “boring” car turned into a wallet win
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from. I used to think a “boring” car was just settling, too. But after dealing with a couple of older, “fun” cars that kept surprising me with random issues (and draining my bank accou...
RE: Letting friends drive your car in MN: better to add them or rely on permissive use?
Honestly, I wonder the same thing. I’m on a student budget, so if my insurance found a reason not to cover something, I’d be toast. I feel like if it’s more than once in a blue moon, you’re rolling the dice.
RE: Getting caught without car insurance in Iowa is no joke
Yeah, I totally get what you mean about the hassle. I’m still learning all this stuff and honestly, it’s wild how much it depends on who pulls you over and where. I’ve heard stories from my cousin - he got stopped in a t...
RE: Bundling insurance with USAA: worth it or just hype?
Yeah, I totally get that. The discount’s nice, but honestly, I was hoping for less runaround too. At least having everything in one place makes paying bills easier... but yeah, the coordination could use some work. Guess...
RE: just saw a story about a guy in Kansas whose car got totaled by hail, and turns out his insurance didn't cover it.
Man, insurance is such a headache sometimes. I get why people go for those agreed value or classic car things, but honestly, I barely scrape by with the regular coverage as it is. All those extra premiums for mods and up...
RE: Would your insurance hold up if your EV battery suddenly failed?
Honestly, I’m in the same boat - when I got my Leaf, the dealer tried to upsell me on all these “premium” warranties, but none of them actually covered the battery in a way that made sense. I just couldn’t justify the ex...
RE: Car Insurance in Delaware - Any Hidden Gems or Hacks?
Yeah, dash cams can really pay off when things get messy. Glad yours saved you from that headache - it’s crazy how some people try to twist things around. As for the insurance discounts, I asked my provider last year abo...
RE: Stuck Between State Farm and Farm Bureau - Which One's Better?
That's a good point about the local agent making all the difference. I've been leaning toward State Farm because their initial quote was cheaper, but now I'm wondering if saving a few bucks upfront is worth it if the age...