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RE: Why does my zip code make my car insurance so expensive?
Does anyone actually know if insurance companies look at stuff like whether your car’s garaged or not, or is it just the zip code and that’s it? I get why they use stats, but it feels lazy to lump everyone together. If y...
RE: Shelter vs. State Farm for home insurance in Missouri - any strong opinions?
Honestly, your worries make a lot of sense. Insurance is one of those things where you’re basically paying for peace of mind, but it’s only really tested when something goes sideways. I’ve never filed with Shelter, but I...
RE: Why does my zip code make my car insurance so expensive?
But isn’t the whole point of insurance to spread out risk? If a certain area has more break-ins or accidents, doesn’t it make sense for rates to go up there? I get that it sucks when you’re careful and still pay more, bu...
RE: Getting Cheaper Car Insurance by Proving You Drive Less
Yeah, I totally get where you’re coming from. It’s like they forget not everyone’s car is a rolling computer. I had a similar situation with my first car - a ‘99 Corolla. Insurance kept pushing the tracker, but it just w...
RE: Bundling insurance with USAA: worth it or just hype?
Has anyone actually seen their rates go down after bundling, or is it always just a temporary thing? I’m new to all this and honestly, the “discount” feels more like a bait-and-switch. Is there any company that actually ...
RE: Weighing legal trouble vs. losing trust: which is worse after fraud?
Honestly, paperwork sucks, but I’d take it over not being able to trust the people I’m with. If someone screws you over once, how do you know they won’t do it again? Insurance might cover the money, but it doesn’t cover ...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
Honestly, if my rates shot up and I hadn’t done anything wrong, I’d be out. Why pay more for the same thing? I’ve heard mixed stuff about GEICO and State Farm around here - some people swear by them, others say they’re a...
RE: Why does picking a deductible feel like a weird gamble?
Honestly, the whole deductible thing just feels like a trap sometimes. You save a bit each month, but if you get unlucky, you’re suddenly out way more than you planned. How do you even know what’s “enough” of a cushion? ...
RE: Finding decent car insurance in Delaware without losing your mind
Honestly, do any of those “extras” actually help when you need them? I feel like half the time it’s just roadside assistance I’ll never use or rental coverage that barely covers a tricycle. Why can’t they just make the b...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
Yeah, I get where you’re coming from. I upgraded to Plus last year thinking it’d make a difference, but honestly? Same wait, same attitude from the tow guy. Only real perk was a longer tow range, which I haven’t even nee...
RE: How I managed to stack discounts for military student drivers
Man, insurance reps are all over the place with classics. I had one tell me my ‘72 Nova needed an appraisal, then another said just photos were fine. Makes no sense. Did you ever get them to actually honor all your disco...
RE: stuck between Geico and Progressive in NY, thoughts?
Never had much luck with Geico’s roadside out here, honestly. Last time I called, they sent a guy from two towns over who got lost twice and then gave up. Ended up fixing it myself. At this point, I just keep my own gear...
RE: SHOP AROUND OR STICK WITH THE FIRST DECENT QUOTE?
I get what you mean about the “comprehensive” thing - feels like they just slap that word on to make it sound safer than it is. I spent hours looking at quotes, but honestly, half of them made zero sense. That line sums...
RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota - help me figure this out
I get what you’re saying. I’ve heard the law says digital is fine, but it feels like some officers just don’t trust it yet. I haven’t personally gotten a ticket for showing my phone, but I always keep a paper copy in my ...
RE: Insurance headaches for risky drivers in NC - stick with big names or go local?
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from. I’ve been burned by “cheap” insurance too - looked great on paper, but when I got rear-ended last year, suddenly there were all these exclusions and hoops to jump through. Ended ...