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RE: Do I really need extra insurance when renting a car in VA?
Title: Do I really need extra insurance when renting a car in VA? That’s honestly my biggest fear every time I rent a car. I’m always double-checking the paperwork, but it still feels like there’s a trap somewhere. La...
RE: Car insurance in Wyoming: who actually treats you right?
Yeah, I totally get that. I’m still learning and my instructor keeps telling me to “drive defensively,” but like… how do you defend against a pronghorn? The trackers don’t care if it’s an animal or a person or whatever, ...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
Yeah, that’s what worries me. I thought about bumping up my deductible to save a bit, but then my friend’s car got sideswiped and she had to scramble for the cash. Made me rethink it... I’m not sure I’d be that prepared ...
RE: Finding decent car insurance deals on the islands - my step-by-step
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but I actually lucked out with a bundle once. My renter’s and auto together shaved off a chunk, and it’s stayed pretty steady. Maybe it just depends on the company or timing? Fee...
RE: Which Roadside Help Would You Trust More: AAA or Your Insurance Company?
I was actually wondering the same thing when I started driving. My insurance roadside add-on is super basic - just towing and jump starts, nothing fancy. I’ve heard AAA will come out for stuff like if you lock your keys ...
RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
Honestly, that “loss of use” thing is wild. I never even thought about it until my cousin got hit with the same deal after a hailstorm trashed his rental in Bozeman. His regular insurance helped, but he still had to pay ...
RE: Why does insurance cost more in Houston than Austin or Dallas?
It really does feel like a guessing game sometimes, doesn’t it? I’m just starting out with my own insurance, and even with a basic car, the rates in Houston are wild compared to what my cousin pays in Dallas. The zip cod...
RE: Finding decent car insurance deals on the islands - my step-by-step
Yeah, those little rocks are sneaky. I used to think glass protection was just another upsell, but after my first semester driving around the island, I totally get it. My friend’s windshield got chipped twice in one mont...
RE: Getting caught without car insurance in Iowa is no joke
Yeah, I kinda feel the same way. Every time I’ve been pulled over or had to show my insurance, it’s been super chill - just a quick look and that’s it. I get why people worry, though, especially with all the stories abou...
RE: USAA vs State Farm: which claims process is less of a headache?
I was super paranoid about this too when I got my first car. Honestly, I’ve never had a claim denied just for missing a photo, but I did have State Farm ask me for more pics after I submitted. It felt like a scavenger hu...