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RE: Car insurance in Mississippi - does location or driving record matter more?
Had a similar experience here. My driving record's pretty clean, but moving from Gulfport into a smaller town still lowered my rate noticeably. Seems insurers really do factor in location more heavily than you'd think......
RE: anyone else feel like AAA insurance isn't what it used to be?
I've used a local roadside service for years now - cheaper than AAA and they've never left me hanging, even out in the sticks. Coverage-wise they're pretty basic, but honestly, that's all I've ever needed...might be wort...
RE: HOW I CUT DOWN MY CAR INSURANCE BILL USING VETERAN DISCOUNTS
I tried telematics too, mostly to save a few bucks on insurance. Didn't think it'd change my driving habits much, but turns out I was accelerating too hard without even noticing. Took a couple months, but once I adjusted...
RE: Finding affordable car insurance in Hawaii when you're labeled "high-risk"
Totally agree about smaller insurers - I switched to a local provider last year and it shaved off a decent chunk from my premium. Another thing that helped was bundling my home and auto policies together. Didn't think it...
RE: Tried temporary insurance coverage - worth it or waste of money?
I get your point, but honestly, I've always found temporary insurance more hassle than it's worth. Last summer, I needed coverage for just a month while switching policies - thought it'd save me money. After all the extr...
RE: Quick Tips for When Your EV Leaves You Stranded
I've tried the whole "turn off climate control" thing when my gas gauge was scraping empty, and honestly, it seemed more psychological than anything. Sure, easing up on acceleration helps - seen that myself - but the cli...
RE: Hypothetical Car Accident: How Does PIP Insurance Actually Work?
When I had my accident a couple years back, I missed a few half-days for doc appointments and dealing with repairs. My insurer covered them, but only after my supervisor signed off on exact hours missed. Definitely worth...
RE: fighting back after injury claim rejection: lawyer up or DIY?
Been there, done that... thought I'd save money skipping the lawyer, but insurance companies know exactly how to wear you down. For anything serious, a quick consult might save you more in the long run.