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RE: NC hit-and-run damage: collision coverage or uninsured-motorist property damage?
I’d push back on calling collision the “more predictable” option simply because UM property-damage eligibility or limits are uncertain. Collision can also involve exclusions, valuation rules, deductible application, and ...
RE: Weighing legal trouble vs. losing trust: which is worse after fraud?
Losing trust hits way harder for me. I mean, higher premiums suck, but you can eventually shop around or just budget for it. When family or friends start looking at you sideways, though, that’s a whole different headache...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
I hear you on the “agreed value” thing. It always sounds good in theory, but when you dig into the paperwork, there’s a lot of gray area. I’m with you - unless you’re sitting on something that’s appreciating or super rar...
RE: Letting teens borrow your car: add them to insurance or just trust the policy?
Yeah, that “occasional” loophole is such a moving target. I got burned on it a few years back when my daughter was borrowing the car for what I thought were just weekend trips. Turns out, insurance didn’t see it that way...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
Yeah, I hear you. The wait times have definitely gotten longer - last time I called for a jump, it took almost 90 minutes. Not the end of the world, but still a pain when you’ve got kids in the car. I’ve looked at a coup...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
I totally get what you’re saying about the convenience of AAA, especially when it comes to stuff like locked keys or a tire blowout. I’ve got a jump starter and a little inflator in the trunk, but honestly, I’m not alway...
RE: How do they actually decide when a car is “totaled”?
Yeah, I totally get that. We’ve got a 2010 Camry that’s been in the family since new, and I swear it’s in better shape than half the cars on the road. But when my wife got sideswiped last year, the insurance adjuster jus...
RE: stuck between Geico and Progressive in NY, thoughts?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing with the rates - one day it’s $80, next day it’s $120 for no reason. I’ve got a clean record too, but the “good driver” discount barely moved the needle for me. Has anyone tried bundling...
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.
It’s wild how many people get tripped up by “full coverage.” I used to think it meant my van was safe from just about anything, but then I actually read through my policy (with a lot of coffee and a little panic). Turns ...
RE: Confused about Illinois car insurance rules - anyone else?
I totally get where your wife’s coming from. I’m the same way - my glove box is basically a graveyard for old insurance cards and random receipts. I do keep a pic on my phone too, but there’s always that nagging feeling ...
RE: Confused about Illinois car insurance rules - anyone else?
Yeah, I hear you. I’ve done the same thing for years and haven’t had a problem yet, but I always wonder if I’m pushing my luck. My wife still insists on keeping the paper card in the glove box “just in case.” Feels like...
RE: How do they actually decide when a car is “totaled”?
Yeah, it’s wild how quick they are to write something off. I had an old Honda Odyssey that was basically part of the family - ran smooth, tons of new parts, but after a minor rear-end, insurance said it wasn’t “worth” fi...
RE: Finding budget-friendly auto insurance in Alabama: my step-by-step
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually had a different experience with the tracker thing. Yeah, it’s a little annoying at first, but after a few months I got used to it and honestly, the discount was better than ...
RE: bumped someone's car lightly, no visible damage - should I report?
Honestly, I lean the same way. It feels like a hassle, but with how expensive even tiny repairs can get, I’d rather just leave a note and cover my bases. I’ve had friends who thought nothing happened, then got hit with a...