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RE: How I managed to stack discounts for military student drivers

I hear you on the hoops—some of these insurance reps act like you’re trying to pull a fast one just for asking about discounts. I’ve had to resend the...

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RE: Rising premiums for business vehicle fleets—anyone else notice this?

Rising Premiums For Business Vehicle Fleets—Anyone Else Notice This? That’s a key point. I’ve had my fair share of debates with drivers who insist ...

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RE: bumped someone's car lightly, no visible damage—should I report?

Totally agree about the hidden sensors thing. My car has parking assist and adaptive cruise control, and even a tiny bump can mess those systems up in...

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RE: is accident forgiveness really worth it in Ohio?

I've found accident forgiveness pretty useful personally, especially since repairs on luxury cars can get pricey fast. But you're spot-on about readin...

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RE: Can Military Folks Really Get Cheaper Insurance Rates?

You're spot-on with this observation. I've personally compared quotes from USAA against mainstream providers when insuring my luxury sedan. While USAA...

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RE: Confused about insurance rules in South Dakota—help me figure this out

Keeping a paper copy isn't a bad idea, but honestly, modern digital insurance cards usually save offline too. I've had my phone die before, and the ap...

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RE: keeping your vintage ride running smooth on long trips

I see your point about roadside repairs, but honestly, I'd rather not risk it. Sure, belts can last longer than 5 years, but age alone can degrade rub...

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RE: Finding affordable car insurance in Hawaii when you're labeled "high-risk"

From my experience on Maui, bundling did help somewhat, but like you mentioned, nothing dramatic. I suspect insurers factor in island-specific risks—t...

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RE: Car Insurance in Delaware—Any Hidden Gems or Hacks?

Couldn't agree more with this. Insurance companies can really drag things out when there's no clear evidence. Dashcams definitely streamline the proce...

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RE: stuck between Geico and Progressive in NY, thoughts?

I've been with Geico for a few years now, mostly because their rates worked out better for my car (Audi A6, no rust spots yet thankfully...). But yeah...

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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.

Negotiating terms can definitely be worthwhile, though it depends heavily on your insurer and your relationship with them. When I insured my Porsche a...

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RE: my insurance nightmare: hospital bills edition

Had a similar experience myself—spent weeks untangling billing errors after my son's ER visit. Makes you wonder how often these mistakes slip by unnot...

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