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RE: Does Wisconsin roadside assistance cover a dead battery or flat tire at home?
The insurer’s roadside number may be administered by a separate contractor, so the dispatch process can differ from the policy’s general coverage wording. A contractor may have its own access and safety rules, especially...
RE: Would you risk a higher deductible to lower your insurance bill?
I’ve definitely seen folks regret going too high on the deductible after a single accident - especially with wildlife, which just isn’t that rare in some areas. When you said, it really resonated. Have you ever factored...
RE: Bundling insurance with USAA: worth it or just hype?
I hear you on the payout frustration - market value rarely lines up with what you’ve actually put into a vehicle, especially if it’s been babied or upgraded. It’s tough, since most policies just don’t account for that ex...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
I get where you’re coming from about the “in-between” phase being confusing, but I’d push back a bit on the idea that the coverage is always “super barebones.” It really depends on the state and the carrier. Some states ...
RE: Why does picking a deductible feel like a weird gamble?
I get where you’re coming from, and honestly, your approach makes a lot of sense for an older car. I’ve seen plenty of folks pay for low deductibles year after year, then when something finally happens, the payout barely...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
It’s wild how many people get tripped up by that “Period 1” gray area - when the app’s on but you haven’t accepted a ride yet. I’ve seen claims where drivers are genuinely shocked their personal policy won’t touch it, ev...
RE: Why California’s minimum car insurance might not be enough
I get where you’re coming from, but it’s not always so cut and dry. I’ve seen a fair number of claims where the minimum actually did cover everything - especially if nobody was seriously hurt and the vehicles weren’t hig...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
That dashcam idea is actually pretty smart - video evidence can clear up a lot of confusion when stories don’t match. I’ve seen cases where the app status was the only thing that determined which policy kicked in, but so...
RE: Rental car insurance: worth it or just a money grab?
I hear you on the hassle factor. The process for making a claim through credit card coverage can be surprisingly convoluted - lots of paperwork, waiting for responses, and sometimes even needing to pay out of pocket firs...
RE: Rising premiums for business vehicle fleets - anyone else notice this?
That’s a fair point, but I’d push back a bit - those algorithms are actually built on a ton of real-world data, even if it doesn’t always feel like it when you’re dealing with them. The trouble is, they can’t always acco...
RE: WHEN DOES PAYING EXTRA FOR MEDICAL COVERAGE ON AUTO POLICIES MAKE SENSE?
Honestly, those itemized hospital bills are a shocker every time. I’ve seen ambulance rides billed at over $2,000 just for a few miles, and that’s before you even get to the ER charges. The $5k med pay limit is pretty st...
RE: WHEN DOES PAYING EXTRA FOR MEDICAL COVERAGE ON AUTO POLICIES MAKE SENSE?
I get where you’re coming from - those “what if” scenarios can really mess with your head. Med pay does overlap with health insurance, but it can kick in faster and cover passengers, which is handy. Honestly, it’s not al...
RE: Why can’t I use my points AND a coupon at checkout?
That hits pretty close to home. I’ve run into the same thing - sometimes “system limitation” is just code for “I haven’t tried hard enough yet.” But, to be fair, there really are cases where the backend just won’t allow ...
RE: Just saved a chunk of cash on car insurance after defensive driving course
I get where you’re coming from - those telematics apps can be a mixed bag, especially if you’re stuck in stop-and-go traffic all the time. I’ve seen claims where people’s rates went up just because they had to brake hard...
RE: is accident forgiveness really worth it in Ohio?
Good point about prioritizing tires and brakes. From my experience, accident forgiveness really just softens the blow financially afterward - it doesn't prevent the accident itself. Exactly... investing in safety upfr...