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RE: When The Other Driver Has No Insurance And Dings Your Car
Honestly, I’ve been down the same road with those scratch repair kits. Here’s what’s worked for me, step by step, when I’m trying to make a mirror or panel look halfway decent without dropping a ton of cash: 1. Clean th...
RE: Why can’t I use my points AND a coupon at checkout?
Honestly, the whole “no double dipping” thing feels like a game of cat and mouse. I’ve tried the split transaction trick too - sometimes it works, sometimes you get that cashier who’s just not having it. One time, I trie...
RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota - help me figure this out
Had a similar run-in last winter - pulled over for a busted tail light, and the officer wanted my insurance. I handed him my phone, but he kinda squinted at it like it was written in code. Ended up digging through my glo...
RE: Why does insurance cost more in Houston than Austin or Dallas?
Man, I feel this on a personal level. My record’s not exactly spotless (a couple fender benders, nothing wild), but even when I tried to “do everything right,” Houston rates just laughed at me. Here’s what’s helped me ke...
RE: Getting that student discount on car insurance… not as easy as I thought
Yeah, I’ve run into the same thing - one time I got told a screenshot of my grades was fine, and the next year they wanted an official sealed envelope from the registrar. It’s wild how much it changes depending on who yo...
RE: SHOP AROUND OR STICK WITH THE FIRST DECENT QUOTE?
Totally get what you mean about the “extras” feeling like the only consolation prize sometimes. Been there - had a policy where the “perk” was basically a sticker for my window, and that was about it. I agree with you he...