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RE: Choosing between basic liability and full coverage for your first car - what did you go with?
I get what you mean about not wanting to over-insure a beater. I’m in the middle of figuring this out for my first car, and it’s honestly more confusing than I expected. Here’s how I’m breaking it down for myself: 1. Wh...
RE: Getting that student discount on car insurance… not as easy as I thought
I get the logic behind the risk math, but it still feels like a weird system. My Civic’s old, sure, but I maintain it religiously and drive way less than average. Shouldn’t mileage or maintenance count for something too?...
RE: Why does picking a deductible feel like a weird gamble?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I ran the numbers on my first policy and thought, “Sweet, I’ll save $12 a month if I bump my deductible way up.” But then I pictured my bank account if something actually happened… a...
RE: Why I was surprised to learn Nebraska requires uninsured motorist coverage
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, not everyone can just bump up their coverage without feeling it in their wallet. When I was shopping around, even a small increase in UM/UIM limits made my premium jump more ...
RE: is accident forgiveness really worth it in Ohio?
I can relate to feeling like accident forgiveness is just “paying extra just in case I messed up.” When I first bought my own policy in Ohio, I spent ages weighing this. Here’s what happened: my friend backed into a pole...
RE: When Does It Make Sense to Drop the “All-In” Coverage?
Makes sense, honestly. I’ve been crunching numbers for my own car, and it’s wild how fast those premiums add up compared to what the car’s actually worth. If your deductible plus annual comp is close to the value, it’s k...
RE: Why does picking a deductible feel like a weird gamble?
That’s exactly what’s been stressing me out as I shop around. I keep running the numbers - yeah, a higher deductible drops my monthly payment, but if something happens, I’d be scrambling to cover that chunk. I guess it c...
RE: How I managed to stack discounts for military student drivers
Yeah, I get what you mean - it’s definitely not easy to keep those discounts. When I first signed up, I had to jump through a bunch of hoops just to prove my student status and military affiliation. What helped was makin...