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RE: Mileage-based car insurance: who’s using it and which company do you like?

Mileage-based insurance is definitely a mixed bag, especially if your driving history isn’t spotless. I’ve found that the “telematics” apps (like Metr...

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RE: Why California’s minimum car insurance might not be enough

I totally get where you’re coming from—when money’s tight, every extra dollar feels like a stretch. I used to carry just the minimum too, thinking I w...

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RE: When Does It Make Sense to Drop the “All-In” Coverage?

Honestly, location is a big one for me. I used to live in an apartment complex where car break-ins were almost routine—seriously, it felt like every o...

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RE: Roadside help added to my insurance—totally worth it?

I get where you’re coming from. Here’s how I look at it: first, check what your insurance actually covers—sometimes it’s just towing, sometimes it’s m...

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RE: Finally figured out how car insurance works in no-fault states

Yeah, dealing with adjusters can feel like a game sometimes... had a similar issue once where they questioned tire tread depth after a fender-bender. ...

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

Another trick I've used is asking insurers directly about discounts for installing engine block heaters or remote starters—pretty common in Alaska any...

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RE: how bad would insurance spike after a DUI in Idaho?

Defensive driving courses can help in some cases, but honestly, from what I've seen, the monitoring devices (those telematics gadgets) might not alway...

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RE: Finally figured out how car insurance works in no-fault states

Totally agree, real-life examples hit home way harder than abstract numbers. One thing I'd add is to double-check your Personal Injury Protection (PIP...

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RE: Car Insurance in Delaware—Any Hidden Gems or Hacks?

Yeah, if you're already a pretty relaxed driver, these apps can definitely pay off. I've been using one for about six months now, and here's what I've...

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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.

Definitely agree about checking your policy carefully. A lot of people assume they're covered for hail or storm damage, but sometimes that's only incl...

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