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RE: Adding a teen driver in Hawaii: bundle with parents or separate policy?

Bundling with the parents’ policy usually makes sense, at least at first. Most insurers give a multi-car or multi-driver discount, and honestly, teen ...

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RE: Why I was surprised to learn Nebraska requires uninsured motorist coverage

Honestly, I think you nailed it—most people just assume their insurance is “enough” because it’s legal. I learned the hard way after a minor accident ...

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RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?

That’s honestly the part that gets me too. I tried the higher deductible route last year thinking I’d just “drive carefully” and pocket the savings, b...

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RE: Why can’t I use my points AND a coupon at checkout?

I get the logic behind not letting us stack points and coupons, but honestly, it still feels a bit stingy. I mean, yeah, companies have to protect the...

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RE: Letting friends drive your car in MN: better to add them or rely on permissive use?

Yeah, the fine print is a headache. I’ve actually tried to read through mine (State Farm), and it’s vague about “occasional use”—like, what does that ...

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RE: Letting friends drive your car in MN: better to add them or rely on permissive use?

Man, you’re not wrong. I’ve seen too many stories where “permissive use” turns into “permissive excuse” for the company to stall or nitpick. My cousin...

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RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?

Yeah, I hear you. I’ve had friends burned by those “boutique” insurers too—great until you actually need them. At least with the big guys, you might g...

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RE: Why does insurance cost more in Houston than Austin or Dallas?

Right? 610 is like Thunderdome at rush hour. But it's not just the drivers—Houston's whole setup makes it a nightmare for insurance. You've got a ton ...

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RE: just saw a story about a guy in Kansas whose car got totaled by hail, and turns out his insurance didn't cover it.

Yeah, “full coverage” is one of those insurance buzzwords that sounds way more comforting than it actually is. I used to think it meant my car was bas...

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RE: Insurance paid way less than what it cost me to replace my roof

It’s wild how common this is. I had a similar runaround when I filed a claim for hail damage on my car—felt like they were just inventing new hoops to...

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RE: how bad would insurance spike after a DUI in Idaho?

From what I've seen, the spike is usually pretty brutal at first, but it does ease up a bit after a couple years—assuming you keep your record clean. ...

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RE: stuck between Geico and Progressive in NY, thoughts?

Totally agree with prioritizing claims handling—especially in NY traffic, where fender-benders and cracked windshields are practically routine. Had Ge...

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RE: saving cash on insurance when you're young and broke

I get the logic behind high-deductible plans, but honestly, they can be risky if you're already tight on cash. Had a minor accident last year—nothing ...

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RE: how bad would insurance spike after a DUI in Idaho?

I gave telematics a shot after my DUI, thinking it'd help smooth things over. Honestly, it felt like driving with someone constantly judging me—one su...

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RE: finally found an insurance company in CA that doesn't drive me nuts

Brighter lights are definitely a solid upgrade—made a huge difference for me too. Those deer whistles though... I'm pretty skeptical. Had a buddy swea...

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