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RE: WHY DOES PAYING MONTHLY COST MORE THAN PAYING ANNUALLY?
I’ve always wondered if the “convenience fee” is really about covering costs or just another way to squeeze a bit more out of us. I mean, it’s not like processing twelve payments is that much more work with everything au...
RE: Getting Lost in the Maze of Uber and Lyft Insurance Rules
I get what you’re saying about reading the fine print, but honestly, I think that’s asking a lot from most people. Insurance policies are written in a way that almost dares you to misunderstand them. I’d argue the real i...
RE: How is ACV not just a fancy way to pay us less?
Honestly, I think you nailed it - ACV is just a fancy way for them to lowball us. I’ve had the same thing happen with new tires and even a battery that was barely a month old. They just lump it all under “normal maintena...
RE: Shelter vs. State Farm for home insurance in Missouri - any strong opinions?
Shelter’s paperwork is definitely a hassle, but I’ve gotta say, I’d rather jump through a few hoops if it means I’m not arguing with adjusters when something goes wrong. A couple years back, we had a hailstorm that wreck...
RE: Letting friends drive your car in MN: better to add them or rely on permissive use?
Honestly, I’ve always been a little paranoid about this stuff. That part is spot on. My cousin crashed my car once, and even though it was technically “just borrowing,” my agent grilled me about how often he drove it an...
RE: Avoiding hefty fines for driving without insurance in OK - how I do it, but is there a better way?
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, I think we’re overcomplicating it a bit. Yeah, the law hasn’t totally caught up, but I’ve been stopped twice in the past year and both times, the officer just checked my info...
RE: Why can’t I use my points AND a coupon at checkout?
Not sure I totally agree with splitting points for big purchases and coupons for small ones. I’ve actually saved more stacking a good coupon on a smaller item, then using points later when there’s a bonus event. Doesn’t ...
RE: Which Roadside Help Would You Trust More: AAA or Your Insurance Company?
That’s exactly it - predictability matters a lot, especially with a family in tow. I tried my insurer’s roadside once after a flat on a road trip, and sure enough, my renewal notice had a bump. It’s just not transparent....
RE: Deductibles and premiums - what's the real deal?
Honestly, I’ve crunched those numbers a few times, and for our family, the peace of mind usually wins out. We park in the driveway and avoid sketchy lots, but life happens - once had a neighbor’s kid ride his bike right ...
RE: Someone smashed my parked car - deal with insurance or call the cops?
That’s pretty much been my experience too - overprepare, and you’re less likely to get the runaround. I do wish there was more consistency with how parking lot stuff gets handled. The “prove it six ways” approach is exha...
RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota - help me figure this out
Had a similar situation last summer - my phone overheated and shut down mid-trip, and of course, that's when I got pulled over for a busted taillight. Thankfully, I had a printed insurance card in the glove box. As for S...
RE: Scored a Sweet Auto Insurance Deal Thanks to My Military ID
Good points overall, but honestly, I'm not convinced that just bumping up the resolution will fully compensate for angling the dashcam downward. From my experience, resolution helps with clarity to an extent, but if your...
RE: CLASSIC CAR STORAGE: ARE NEW CITY RULES GOING TOO FAR?
Couldn't agree more on the training aspect. When we had our family wagon inspected last year, the guy was nitpicking stuff I'd never even heard of before. Meanwhile, my neighbor's classic VW sailed through with a differe...
RE: Finally figured out how car insurance works in no-fault states
That's exactly how I see it too. I've crunched the numbers a few times, and honestly, unless you're driving something newer or pricier, the math rarely favors a low deductible. My family car isn't flashy, just reliable, ...
RE: CLASSIC CAR STORAGE: ARE NEW CITY RULES GOING TOO FAR?
I see where you're coming from, but honestly, blanket rules aren't always as unfair as they seem. Cities have limited resources, and targeting individual offenders can get messy - think about the manpower and legal heada...