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RE: Why does picking a deductible feel like a weird gamble?

Honestly, I’ve been burned by this before. Thought I’d save a few bucks with a higher deductible, then my car got sideswiped in a parking lot. Suddenl...

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RE: Why is figuring out how much car insurance you ACTUALLY need so confusing?

Honestly, trying to decode all the “comprehensive” and “collision” stuff feels like reading a foreign language. I do the spreadsheet thing too, but ha...

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

It’s wild, right? I’ve lived in Houston my whole life and every year the rates just creep up, no matter what. Even my neighbor, who babies his car and...

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RE: HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON THE RIGHT DEDUCTIBLE FOR YOUR INSURANCE?

Yeah, I hear you—those “save now, pay way more later” moments sting. Honestly, I just look at my bank account and ask, “Could I really cough up $1k or...

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RE: Confused about Illinois car insurance rules—anyone else?

Honestly, I get the comfort of paper, but I’ve never had an issue just using my phone. Illinois cops are used to the digital thing now. If your phone’...

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RE: bumped someone's car lightly, no visible damage—should I report?

Had something similar happen once... tapped a bumper at a stoplight, no visible marks at first glance. Didn't report it, and next thing I know, guy cl...

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RE: HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON THE RIGHT DEDUCTIBLE FOR YOUR INSURANCE?

Yeah, you're onto something there. Step one: think about your daily route—city driving means more stop-and-go, tight parking spots, and higher chances...

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

Yeah, I've noticed the same thing lately. It's gotten to the point where calling AAA feels like spinning a wheel—you might get lucky or you might be w...

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RE: little-known ways to snag cheaper insurance in Alaska

Mileage tracking is definitely underrated. I commute daily too, and when I started tracking my mileage, I realized I was way under the threshold for a...

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RE: HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON THE RIGHT DEDUCTIBLE FOR YOUR INSURANCE?

You're definitely on the right track—older cars rarely justify low deductibles. I'd say stick with your current plan until you start seriously conside...

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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.

Yep, comprehensive coverage is a must if you're in an area prone to storms or hail. Here's what you do: first, double-check your policy—don't assume a...

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RE: quick heads-up on Arkansas auto insurance basics

Learned this the hard way myself. Couple years back, I had a minor fender-bender—just a cracked bumper, nothing major. Thought I'd save myself the has...

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