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RE: Do you really need extra insurance for a rental in Montana?
Extra insurance always feels like a money grab, but I’ve had a couple of close calls that made me rethink skipping it - especially out in places like Montana. One summer, I picked up a rental in Bozeman and ended up with...
RE: Do I really need extra insurance when renting a car in VA?
That’s been my experience too - credit cards can be a lifesaver for collision, but they almost never cover “loss of use” or those random fees the rental companies tack on. I’ve had agents try to scare me into buying extr...
RE: Saving a few bucks on insuring your vintage ride
Honestly, I’ve noticed the same thing. The minute you call something “classic” or “vintage,” it’s like a switch flips and suddenly you’re in a different bracket. I once described my ‘98 wagon as “well-loved” instead of “...
RE: Getting Cheaper Car Insurance by Proving You Drive Less
That’s exactly my issue with these tracking systems. I tried one for a few months - honestly, it felt like I was being graded on every minor thing. Had a deer jump out on a mountain road once, slammed the brakes, and got...
RE: Getting Lost in the Maze of Uber and Lyft Insurance Rules
That’s exactly my hang-up. It’s like you’re buying a “maybe” instead of a guarantee. I haven’t filed a claim during that weird “waiting for a ping” window, but I’ve heard enough stories to be skeptical. Sometimes it feel...