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There is an awkward moment that can come months after an auto insurance claim seems finished. Your car has been repaired, everything looks right, and then a dealer gives you a trade-in offer that is More…
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If your car insurance went up after an accident, you are not alone. Even one at-fault accident can raise your premium for years. The increase can feel especially frustrating if the accident was minor, the More…