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AutoSaver_Alex
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RE: Bundling insurance with USAA: worth it or just hype?
Bundling isn’t always the slam dunk it’s made out to be. I’ve seen cases where the “discount” gets eaten up by higher deductibles or less flexible coverage. Claims speed? Honestly, I haven’t noticed much difference - pro...
RE: Getting Lost in the Maze of Uber and Lyft Insurance Rules
That “limbo” is exactly where most drivers get tripped up. Here’s how it usually breaks down: - Logged in, waiting for a ride: Uber/Lyft only offer minimal liability (not collision or comprehensive). Your own insurance ...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
Title: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill? - Love that you actually crunched the numbers. Most folks just go with their gut. - Higher deductible can totally make sense if you’re not likely...
RE: Mileage-based car insurance: who’s using it and which company do you like?
- That lines up with what I’ve seen - Metromile’s mostly about miles, not how you drive. - For folks with a few dings on their record, it usually just bumps the starting quote, but after that? It’s all about how much y...
RE: Letting friends drive your car in MN: better to add them or rely on permissive use?
Permissive use is handy for true one-offs, but insurance companies really do notice when someone’s driving your car a lot. A few things I’ve seen come up: - Regular use by someone not on the policy can get you flagged -...
RE: Why can’t I use my points AND a coupon at checkout?
- I get where you’re coming from, but I always wonder why they make it so complicated. - Usually, it’s because the system treats points and coupons as two separate discounts, and stacking them would cut too much into t...
RE: SCORED A SWEET DEAL ON INSURANCE THANKS TO MILITARY DISCOUNT
Bundling’s one of those things that sounds like a magic fix, but yeah, it’s usually more like a “meh” discount than a game-changer. Here’s what I’ve seen: - Moved literally two blocks once and my car insurance jumped. S...
RE: WHY DOES FILING A TOTAL LOSS CLAIM FEEL LIKE HOMEWORK?
WHY DOES FILING A TOTAL LOSS CLAIM FEEL LIKE HOMEWORK? - That’s a good system, but I get why it feels over the top. Most folks don’t keep every little receipt, especially for stuff like wipers or floor mats. - Here’s ...
RE: Finding affordable car insurance after 65 in kansas - anyone else struggling?
That’s a common gripe with those trackers - seems like they’re built for city traffic, not rural Kansas roads. I’ve seen folks get penalized for “aggressive” driving just for avoiding a jackrabbit or hitting the brakes f...
RE: How do they actually decide when a car is “totaled”?
From what I’ve seen, insurance companies usually stick to their standard formulas, but there’s sometimes a little room for negotiation: - Receipts for recent repairs or upgrades can help, but they rarely factor in after...
RE: Are those price-checker sites actually reliable?
Haha, that's exactly why I always tell people to dig a bit deeper before jumping on those "too good to be true" deals. A few things I've noticed from experience: - Price-checker sites are great for ballpark figures, but...
RE: Just saved a chunk of cash on car insurance after defensive driving course
- Totally get the skepticism about those staged videos - honestly, most of them feel like they're straight out of the '90s. But I do think you're onto something with the "planting a seed" idea. - A few years back, I took...
RE: keeping your vintage ride running smooth on long trips
Had a similar midnight fiasco last summer - turned out to be a sneaky grounding issue. Curious if you've checked your wiring harness lately? Older insulation can crack and cause intermittent headaches... learned that one...
RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota - help me figure this out
Totally agree with checking specifics through your agent first - insurance language can be annoyingly vague and tricky. Couple extra things I'd add from experience: - Definitely clarify the actual definition of "detache...
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