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What is a Vanishing Deductible?
A vanishing or disappearing deductible is a deductible that becomes less expensive over time. Learn more here.
Rob Shapiro
What Is Comprehensive Deductible Coverage and What Does it Cover?
This guide tells you what a comprehensive coverage deductible is and what it covers. Read on to learn about comprehensive coverage deductibles.
Cheryl Knight
The 4 Main Reasons Cheaper Car Insurance Isn't Always Better Insurance
You get what you pay for with car insurance. Cheaper car insurance policies can cost you more than just money.
Elaine Sulpy
You Can't Afford Your Insurance Deductible. Now What?
If you need to make an insurance claim but you can’t afford your deductible, you could take out a loan, hold off on making your claim, or consider payment plans.
Houston Wiltsey
How to Choose the Best Car Insurance Deductible
You’ll want to consider the value of your car and your driving risk when choosing your deductible.
Michelle Ballestrasse
How to Choose the Right Comprehensive Deductible
Choosing a comprehensive deductible that is too high could leave you paying more in the long run.
Jacoba Bood
How Do Deductibles Affect Car Insurance Premiums?
Generally, having a higher car insurance deductible results in a lower car insurance premium and vice versa.
Elan Mcafee
What Is an All-Perils Deductible?
All-perils deductibles include coverage for any and all damages that may occur on your belongins.
Liliana Pina
What Happens if You Can't Pay Your Insurance Deductible?
In order to receive insurance benefits after filing a claim, you must first meet your deductible. Here’s what to do if you can’t afford it.
Liliana Pina
No Deductible Car Insurance, Explained
Deductibles are a standard part of insurance policies; however, some policies may allow you to avoid them. Read this guide on no deductible car insurance to learn what it is and if it's worth it.
Marisol Pereira
What is a Collision Deductible Waiver?
A collision deductible waiver saves you money if you get into an accident with an uninsured driver. Learn how CDWs work and how to add one to your policy.
Alison Daurio
All Questions on Deductibles
Does renters insurance have a deductible?
My sister and I are moving into an apartment together and getting all the paperwork needed for our renters insurance. I’ve heard our mom talk about choosing a deductible for her home insurance—does renters insurance have a deductible too?
bellina gaskey
Do you pay a deductible if you're not at fault?
I was in an accident two weeks ago. The police report and the claim adjuster agreed I was not at fault. I need to get my car repaired while I have full coverage. Will I need to pay the deductible?
Emily Maracle
What's a deductible for renters insurance?
I’m going to be a sophomore in college. I’m switching from living in a dorm to an apartment off-campus, so I need renters insurance. What is a deductible for renters insurance? I’ve never heard the term.
bellina gaskey
Are home insurance deductibles annual?
I’m a new homeowner and I don’t know much about how deductibles work or when to pay them. Are home insurance deductibles annual?
Mercedes (Sadie) Lovemore
Why does car insurance have deductibles?
I'm already paying an insurance premium that includes full coverage. Why do I need to pay a deductible?
Emily Maracle
Do you have to pay your deductible before your insurance pays out for any claims?
My car was hit by an uninsured driver. I have to submit a claim for damage done to my vehicle. I have uninsured motorist coverage, but do I still need to pay my collision deductible?
Emily Maracle
When am I required to pay my deductible in an accident?
Do I have to pay my deductible to get my car fixed if I'm not at fault? I was hit in an intersection. The other driver is at fault.
Emily Maracle
Do I have to pay my deductible if my car is broken into?
"Do I need to pay it even if the damage doesn't cost that much to fix? My passenger window was broken when someone tried to break into my car. I have a $750 deductible."
Emily Maracle
How do I know what my full coverage deductible is?
I have full coverage on my vehicle, but I don't know what my deductible is. How do I find out?
Emily Maracle
How does a deductible work for renters insurance?
I’ve never had to worry about my own insurance policies until now, since I’ve moved out of my parents’ house. I’ll start slow by just worrying about renters insurance for my apartment. How does a deductible work for renters insurance?
bellina gaskey
How much does it cost to spray a car bumper?
How much does it cost to have a bumper repainted? I have some nicks and scratches on my car bumper that I want to fix.
Eric Schad
Should I put in a motorcycle claim if I was the only one hurt?
Should I put in a motorcycle claim? I hit a grease patch and crashed my bike yesterday. There wasn't anyone else involved. I am pretty banged up and my bike definitely needs to get repaired. Can I put in a claim just for me and my bike?
Shannon Martin
What deductible should you carry with full coverage?
What's the best deductible to carry? There are a lot of options for full coverage deductibles.
Emily Maracle
What is better for home insurance, a high deductible or low deductible?
Should I go with a high deductible and lower premium, or a lower deductible and higher premium? I'm requesting quotes from a variety of carriers right now and all the prices are fairly similar. Does it matter?
Emily Maracle
Can you pay your deductible over time?
I have a $1,000 deductible. I hit a guardrail and had to submit a claim to my insurance. The repairs are going to cost $1,500. Am I able to pay my deductible over time so I can get my car fixed?
Emily Maracle
What if I can’t afford my home insurance deductible?
We’re super tight on cash right now, but I need to call a repair service to fix damage to my roof that resulted from a severe thunderstorm. My deductible is $1,000 and I know I can’t pay it right now, but the roof can’t wait. What if I can’t afford my home insurance deductible?
bellina gaskey
Why is my Progressive quote so much lower than my State Farm policy?
Would higher deductibles make such a large difference in my monthly premiums? I have a policy with State Farm and I am insuring four vehicles, all full coverage. Progressive recently gave me a quote saving about $120 per month! The only difference is the deductibles are set at $1,000 vs my current deductible of $250.
Shannon Martin
Do I always have to pay my deductible when I submit a claim?
I need to submit a claim for damage. Is there any way to avoid paying my deductible? The damage is $1,100 and my deductible is $1,000.
Emily Maracle
What does a deductible do?
I noticed that I have deductibles on my policy. I have one listed for uninsured motorist property damage, comprehensive coverage, and collision coverage. What's the purpose of them?
Emily Maracle
How do I get a deductible waived?
I recently got into an accident, and I'm worried about paying my deductible. Is there any way to get it waived?
Liz Jenson
Does insurance cover a broken tail light?
"I was leaving a store and noticed my tail light was broken. I didn't hit anything, so I'm assuming someone hit my car. Will my insurance cover the damage?"
Emily Maracle
Do I have to pay a deductible when I'm not at fault in an accident in New York?
Will I still have to pay a deductible if I'm not at fault? The insurance company already determined the fault is with the other driver and I filed a claim with their insurance company.
Sophie Newman
Do you pay your collision deductible if you're at fault in an accident?
I hit another car in an intersection and was at fault. My car needs repairs. Since I was at fault, am I responsible for paying my deductible?
Emily Maracle
How do home insurance deductibles work?
Can I submit a claim for tree damage? I want to submit a claim to my home insurance for tree damage. My deductible is $1,500. The damage is going to cost $1,600 to repair.
Emily Maracle
What is the recommended deductible to have for full coverage?
Is there a specific deductible amount that's recommended for full coverage?
Emily Maracle
How can I report claim for damage from bottoming out?
"Will insurance cover bottoming out? I took my car to a mechanic and he said that my car has extensive damage from bottoming out. It happened multiple times, so I can't really connect it to one incident. I want to file a claim with my insurance company."
Emily Maracle
What happens if you have a seizure while driving?
After years of trouble diagnosing my symptoms, I was recently told I have a seizure disorder. One of my first concerns that came to mind was my ability to drive to and from work. What happens if I have a seizure behind the wheel?
Kaitlin May
How to find deductible on car insurance?
I live in Arizona, and I just totaled my car in an accident last month, so my insurance rates are bound to go up. I'm interested in paying a higher deductible to leverage a raise in my rates. Where can I find my insurance deductible?
Carlos Kirby
Why do some people not want to submit claims to their insurance?
"If you have full coverage, why wouldn't you use it?"
Emily Maracle
What's the difference between a deductible and an out-of-pocket max?
I see both of these listed on my insurance policies and I don't understand what the difference is. I know I have to pay a deductible, but wouldn't that be my out-of-pocket maximum?
Emily Maracle
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