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RE: When The Other Driver Has No Insurance And Dings Your Car
Uninsured motorist coverage has saved my bacon once before, so I tend to keep it even on my old cars. It’s not super expensive, and honestly, the peace of mind is worth it for me. I get wanting to cut costs, though - som...
RE: How I got my car registered and insured in MA (step-by-step, sorta)
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from. I’ve had the same worries, especially after hearing about break-ins where people grab the registration and then know exactly where you live. It’s not just paranoia - stuff like t...
RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
Honestly, I’d be careful relying just on the card. I ran into a similar thing in Colorado - had to front a $1,200 bill and wait weeks for reimbursement. Not everyone has that kind of room on their card, especially with t...
RE: Car insurance in Wyoming: who actually treats you right?
That’s been my experience too. Had Allstate for years, and honestly, the local agent made all the difference - super responsive, even if the national call center was a maze. Switched to GEICO once and it felt like yellin...
RE: Getting Lost in the Maze of Uber and Lyft Insurance Rules
Yeah, I’m with you on the “better safe than sorry” thing. I’ve seen people get burned by gaps in coverage, and it’s not pretty. The add-on stings a bit, but one accident could wipe out years of savings. Not worth the gam...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
Couldn’t agree more. I used to think my regular policy would cover me no matter what, but after reading the fine print, I realized how easy it is to get caught out during that “logged in, waiting” period. It’s not cheap,...
RE: SCORED A SWEET DEAL ON INSURANCE THANKS TO MILITARY DISCOUNT
Had to use rental coverage once when my car got rear-ended and needed repairs. Didn’t love the hassle, but it saved me from missing work. I’d rather pay a bit extra for that peace of mind, honestly. Not everyone needs it...
RE: Why I was surprised to learn Nebraska requires uninsured motorist coverage
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing - my rates barely move even as my car gets older. It’s frustrating, especially when you’re trying to save a few bucks. Honestly, I’d rather pay a bit more and keep coverage than risk bei...
RE: Is Paying For Roadside Help Worth It Or Just Extra?
That’s pretty much it. I’m with you - when my cars were new, I never thought twice about skipping roadside coverage. But now that I’m running a ten-year-old sedan into the ground, I wouldn’t go without it. The one time I...
RE: little-known ways to snag cheaper insurance in Alaska
I get the hesitation with dropping comp/collision, but I’ve always kept them even on older cars. Once had a moose run-in outside Palmer - repairs cost way more than the car’s value, but insurance covered it. Alaska’s jus...
RE: Confused about Illinois car insurance rules - anyone else?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually think it’s on us to know what we’re buying. I learned the hard way after an accident a few years ago - turns out “full coverage” didn’t mean my rental car was covered while ...
RE: Confused about Illinois car insurance rules - anyone else?
I get where you’re coming from. The extra charges do add up, and most of the time you don’t need half the stuff they try to sell you. Still, I’ve always kept rental coverage on my policy. Maybe it’s just my luck, but a f...
RE: little-known ways to snag cheaper insurance in Alaska
Bundling’s definitely saved me a chunk over the years, and I’m with you on the defensive driving courses - those are easy points. I’d just add, don’t forget to check your policy every year or two. Rates creep up and some...
RE: CLASSIC CAR STORAGE: ARE NEW CITY RULES GOING TOO FAR?
I see your point, but honestly, paperwork might just complicate things more. I've had parts delayed or canceled last minute, and proving that to city hall sounds like a headache. Maybe a grace period of a few weeks befor...
RE: how bad would insurance spike after a DUI in Idaho?
Agreed, definitely check directly. My brother had a DUI in Idaho a few years back - his rates jumped pretty sharply at first, but after about four years they eased up noticeably. Really depends on the insurer though.