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RE: Getting Cheaper Car Insurance by Proving You Drive Less
That’s exactly what gets me about those tracking apps. I tried one for a few months because my insurance company kept pushing it, promising “big savings.” It was honestly more stressful than my actual commute. I drive th...
RE: Why California’s minimum car insurance might not be enough
Yeah, that’s honestly one of the most frustrating things about insurance. I’ve put some money into my car too (nothing crazy, but still), and it’s like none of that counts unless you specifically tell them and pay extra ...
RE: Mileage-based car insurance: who’s using it and which company do you like?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’ve been using one of those mileage-based apps for about a year now (Metromile, if it matters), and I haven’t noticed any weird spikes in my rates. I drive in the city every...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually think the “deductible fund” idea can work for some people, even if it’s not a separate account. I mean, yeah, life gets in the way and stuff pops up - flat tires, vet bills,...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
Would You Risk A Higher Deductible To Lower Your Insurance Bill? Yeah, it’s wild how much of this comes down to luck and where you live. I’ve got a 13-year-old Civic that’s not exactly a hot target, but I still get a li...
RE: Why did my GEICO premium jump so much this year?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing - my rates jumped even after a year with zero tickets or claims. It’s wild how stuff happening down the street can mess with your premium. Has anyone actually had luck lowering their rat...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
Yeah, I totally get the “peace of mind” angle. I’ve dealt with those tiny print technicalities before and it’s never fun, especially when you’re stuck on the side of the road after a long day. Still, I sometimes wonder i...
RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
I hear you on the “stuff happens fast” part. I used to think the extra insurance was just a money grab, but after a trip through Montana last winter, I’m not so sure anymore. I slid on some black ice near Livingston - di...
RE: is accident forgiveness really worth it in Ohio?
I hear you on the whole “is it worth it” debate. I drive about 60 miles round trip for work every day, rain or shine, so I get a little paranoid about what might happen, especially in winter. I actually had accident forg...
RE: Finding budget-friendly auto insurance in Alabama: my step-by-step
Honestly, I get the worry about “acts of nature” exclusions, but sometimes I wonder if we’re overthinking it. I’ve had comprehensive for years and never had a claim denied for weather stuff. Maybe it’s just luck, but I f...
RE: little-known ways to snag cheaper insurance in Alaska
Man, I totally get where you’re coming from. That’s the truth - one minute it’s clear, next minute you’re dodging wildlife or potholes the size of bathtubs. I’ve debated raising my deductible too, but stuff like this ma...
RE: Little-known trick with Progressive’s roadside help
Those tow limits really do feel like a gamble. I’ve had to use Progressive’s roadside twice, and both times I was sweating the distance - like, is my car going to die just a few miles past the “free” zone? It’s wild that...