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RE: I’m unsure how auto med-pay fits with an HSA health plan
Ask each insurer whether it needs the other insurer’s explanation of benefits (EOB) before processing the bill, and whether you should submit the itemized bill to both now or send it to one first and provide the EOB to t...
RE: Dodged a bullet: finally got insured before getting pulled over
I’m with you on the paper backup. I mean, I get that everything’s digital now, but relying 100% on your phone is just asking for trouble. Phones die, apps crash, and sometimes you’re just stuck with zero signal in the mi...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
Yeah, that’s the risk, right? I get why people go for the lower deductible for peace of mind, but honestly, I still lean toward the higher one. For me, the math usually works out - if you go years without a claim, you sa...
RE: Which Roadside Help Would You Trust More: AAA or Your Insurance Company?
I get the appeal of AAA, but honestly, I’ve never been able to justify the extra cost. My insurance roadside has bailed me out a couple times - yeah, sometimes it’s a bit of a gamble on who shows up, but for basic stuff ...
RE: Digital Forms Vs. Old-School Paper: Which Makes Claims Smoother?
Digital Forms Vs. Old-School Paper: Which Makes Claims Smoother? Honestly, I’m with you on the digital backup being a lifesaver. I’ve been there - frantically digging through the glove box for that crumpled paper card, ...
RE: Finding decent car insurance deals on the islands - my step-by-step
I’ve tried bringing up my garage situation with a few carriers, and to be totally honest, most of them just shrugged it off. It’s like the whole “garaging address” thing is carved in stone for their algorithms. I’ve got ...
RE: Getting Lost in the Maze of Uber and Lyft Insurance Rules
Honestly, I’ve always thought the “premium” label was just a way to charge more, but lately it feels like you’re paying extra for the privilege of jumping through more hoops. I had a fender bender while driving for Lyft ...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
That’s exactly it. I tried one of those “compare in 5 minutes” sites when my old policy shot up, and yeah, the numbers looked good at first glance. But then I noticed they’d set me up with a $1,500 deductible and left of...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I ran the numbers too, and the savings just didn’t add up for me either. If you barely save $10-15 a month but risk a $1,000 hit, it’s just not worth the stress. I’d rather budget fo...