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eric_parker
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RE: Finding affordable car insurance in Hawaii when you're labeled "high-risk"
That sums it up. I’ve been through the same song and dance - rates go up, discounts barely make a dent, and every year it feels like you’re paying for everyone else’s risk. The “safe driver” apps are a mixed bag. I tried...
RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota - help me figure this out
Having a printed copy definitely makes sense, especially if you're someone who prefers reliability over convenience. I've had digital proof fail on me once - not because of battery issues, but because the app decided to ...
RE: insurance denied my claim - what would you do?
Having dashcam footage can indeed be beneficial, though I've heard insurers sometimes dispute the footage quality or angle. Curious - has anyone here faced issues with insurers questioning dashcam footage validity or cla...
RE: weird fact about registering your car in CT
Couldn't agree more. When we registered our family SUV here, I nearly choked on my coffee seeing the property tax bill. Honestly, I wonder if the towns actually put all that money into road maintenance - some of these po...
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.
You're spot on about clarity being key. I had a similar headache last year - thought my comprehensive coverage automatically included hail damage, only to find out later it didn't. Insurers rarely budge on exclusions, un...
RE: dealing with car insurance claims in Oregon is surprisingly painless
Good points here, and I'd agree that insurer-recommended shops can be hit or miss. I've had both experiences myself - one time the insurer's preferred shop was quick, professional, and even detailed my car for free. Anot...