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RE: Why does insurance cost more in Houston than Austin or Dallas?
I've wondered about that too. The sprawl means longer commutes, which probably increases exposure to risk, but I’m not sure if that alone explains the higher rates. I’ve read that denser cities sometimes have more fender...
RE: How picking a “boring” car turned into a wallet win
It’s wild how the “safe” choice isn’t always what you expect. I’ve had a couple of “boring” sedans over the years - one got its stereo ripped out in broad daylight, right in a busy parking lot. Meanwhile, my buddy’s old ...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
I get where you’re coming from on shopping around, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience with regional providers here in Kentucky. Maybe it’s just my luck, but after a couple of speeding tickets and a not-so-mino...
RE: Running out of gas and waiting forever for help
I totally get where you’re coming from, but I’ll admit I still push it sometimes. Maybe it’s just habit or a weird sense of curiosity - how far can I actually go once the light comes on? Not smart, I know, especially aft...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
Title: Would You Risk A Higher Deductible To Lower Your Insurance Bill? That part really hits home for me. I’ve considered the higher deductible option a few times, mostly because those premium savings look tempting o...