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RE: HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON THE RIGHT DEDUCTIBLE FOR YOUR INSURANCE?
Honestly, I’ve seen people get caught off guard by high deductibles way more often than you’d think. There’s this one claim I handled - guy thought he was saving with a low premium, but when his car got sideswiped, that ...
RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota - help me figure this out
That’s a fair point - “like kind and quality” can be a gray area. Have you ever had a shop actually refuse to blend, or was it always the insurance side pushing back? I’ve seen situations where shops claim they can match...
RE: Getting that student discount on car insurance… not as easy as I thought
Not to be a downer, but I kind of get why the companies are strict about the paperwork. If they made it too easy to fudge, everyone would try to game the system. That said, yeah, the tech gap is weird - some schools only...
RE: Why can’t I use my points AND a coupon at checkout?
I get where you’re coming from, but I actually think there’s a reason they make it so convoluted. If you could always stack coupons and points, wouldn’t people just game the system until the store’s basically giving stuf...
RE: Insurance renewal hikes caught me off guard
I get where you’re coming from, but I wouldn’t say it’s totally random. There’s a lot of data behind those rate hikes - stuff like theft rates, accident stats, even repair costs for specific models in certain areas. Have...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
Have you considered specialty insurers for classic or custom cars? AAA's fine for daily drivers, sure, but specialized vehicles often need tailored policies. Might cost a bit more upfront, but could save headaches if som...
RE: Insurance renewal hikes caught me off guard
Have you looked into whether your area has seen a spike in claims lately? Sometimes insurers bump up rates if there's a local trend - like more accidents or weather damage. Might explain the hike you're seeing...
RE: Hypothetical Car Accident: How Does PIP Insurance Actually Work?
Yeah, those limits can disappear pretty fast. I had a similar wake-up call last year when my sister got rear-ended at a stoplight - nothing major, just some whiplash and minor injuries - but even that ate through her $10...