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RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
I totally get what you mean about the fine print - reading through all that legal jargon made my eyes cross. I’m renting up in Montana for the first time this summer, and I kept going back and forth on the extra coverage...
RE: If You Had To Switch Insurance In Kentucky, Who Would You Trust?
That’s interesting - never thought about how tricky it gets with older cars. I’m just getting my first policy and honestly, all the apps and instant quotes sound cool until you actually need to talk to someone. Makes se...
RE: Finding affordable car insurance after 65 in kansas - anyone else struggling?
I totally get where you’re coming from. When I was looking at quotes, one agent told me even a not-at-fault fender bender from years ago could still be a red flag. Honestly, it made me second-guess whether I’d ever bothe...
RE: How I managed to stack discounts for military student drivers
Managed To Keep My Safe Driver Discount After A Ticket (Sort Of) I actually had a different experience with the safe driver thing. Got a speeding ticket last year - nothing major, just a few mph over. I was sure my safe...
RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
That “loss of use” thing tripped me up too. I always thought my credit card would cover everything, but after reading the fine print, turns out it’s not that simple. My cousin rented a car in Montana last year and got a ...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
Yeah, I’ve been feeling the same way. I just bought my first car and everyone told me to get AAA for “peace of mind,” but honestly, the price gave me sticker shock. My neighbor’s a car guy and he said he ditched AAA afte...
RE: Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap: which one actually works better?
I totally relate to what you’re saying about wanting to avoid those “hidden” costs. That line you wrote - - that’s exactly the thing that’s been stressing me out as I try to pick between these plans. I’m new to al...
RE: What happens if your rideshare app is between trips and you get into an accident?
Yeah, I get what you mean about the gray area. I was nervous about that too when I first signed up. My cousin actually had a fender bender while waiting for a ride request - he said it took a while, but his claim did go ...
RE: stuck between Geico and Progressive in NY, thoughts?
That’s exactly what I’m worried about. I’m new to all this, and honestly, the idea of having to front the money for a rental and then chase down reimbursement just sounds like a headache. My cousin had a similar thing wi...
RE: Finally figured out how to stop worrying about roadside help running out
Reading your story made me chuckle a bit, because it reminded me of my own "perfectly prepared" moment that went sideways. Last summer, I finally decided to get my own car insurance - felt like a real adult move, you kno...
RE: Hypothetical Car Accident: How Does PIP Insurance Actually Work?
Definitely learned that the hard way recently. Thought I had collision coverage until a deer jumped out in front of me... turns out I didn't. Now I'm triple-checking everything. Curious, does comprehensive usually cover ...
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
I've been wondering the same thing lately. I'm pretty new to the whole insurance thing and just got AAA last year after my dad insisted it was a lifesaver. Haven't had to use it yet (thankfully), but hearing your story m...
RE: quick heads-up on Arkansas auto insurance basics
Totally agree with your take. I debated getting accident forgiveness myself since I'm new to insurance. My sister got it a few years back, thinking it'd be a lifesaver. Turns out, she paid extra for ages and never needed...
RE: insurance denied my claim - what would you do?
I had something kinda similar happen when I first got insurance. My claim got denied and their reason was super vague - just said something about "insufficient documentation." When I finally called them up, turns out I j...
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.
I totally get where you're coming from. When I bought my first car last year, I went through the same dilemma. Ended up choosing a higher deductible too because the monthly payments were already stretching my budget thin...