Take as much video and as many photos of the car as you can before driving it off the lot. And make sure you can show as many angles of the car as possible.
I’ve only rented once with Enterprise and it was smooth .. We rented the car from Austin Texas to Colorado and it was a nice 2018 Camry ... I always carry extra batteries for my cell phone , water , some food . I took pictures of the car and mileage and recorded what the car looked like before hitting the road .
I think a first aid kit is very important. Not only for the car, but for traveling in general. I keep a few bandaids, neosporn , antiseptic wipes, a razor with the handle cut in half to remove hair for better bandaid adhesion , and tweezers in a small tin. A small roll of toilet paper is also good policy to keep with you in general.
I found out about the Hertz AAA Young Driver Fee waiver and it’s saved me so much money. It’s usually a win-win since AAA typically has the lowest daily rate also. Being a car buff helps, but I usually tell people to do a little research before picking a car. For example when grabbing an economy or compact, the Nissans typically have more cargo room than other options. I also look at tires.. you won’t believe how many cars have mix matched tires with different brands on the front and rear.
Great tips, Brandon! Thanks for sharing. Having that extra cargo room can really be useful, so I'll definitely be looking out for Nissan on my next rental. 👍
I reserved a car with hertz and also will be saving tons with the AAA discount. There wasn’t any hidden fees you had to pay being young right? Wanted to know before i will pay TIA!
spent $90 on a one day rental (with the "autoshop discount") when my car had to go to the shop last month. the following week i found out about AAA's pricing and realized i could have got the same rental for about $30 a day. this is such important information! thank you for this video! learned a lot and about to watch the other two videos you recommended!
Don't smoke in the car. That includes weed. The rental will charge you from $100 to $350 to clean the car. Detailing the car cost the rental company time and money. Car can't be rented. In car air filter change. Carpet seats , headliner need to be cleaned. Even when your return the car and the contract ends. They will still charge you. Don't try and hide damage you caused. You will still be charged if you try and hide damage. If you want to exchange your car during the rental period. Most companies will do this only if something is wrong with the car. Most new cars have a TPMS . That lets you know when a tire is low. If you want to exchange the car. Drive the car near the rental return place and remove air until TPMS sensor alerts a low tire. Then take it back and show the low tire pressure light. They will exchange the car due to the light. No one in the return area will question you,
Or they would just put air into the tire and off u go with the SAME rental vehicle. Only time they would switch you out is if it’s something serious like a check engine light etc.
@@kashikhan5361 Not true the people in rental return will not make the call to return a car to rental. A mechanic checks it out. Once there is a light it taken out of the rental lineup.
@@40hours56 I work at a rental company, believe it or not their is no mechanic, we the employees make the decision if the car will be taken to a vendor such as Firestone/mavis/pepboys etc., I’ve given customers the same car back after they brought it in with a simple tire pressure light, which we can easily resolve by adding the correct PSI level, only time is if it’s check engine light the car goes to the dealer. We will only switch you out if we have extra vehicles available, or send u to another location if we do not. Things which u may get a different vehicle are if the vehicle had smoke odor, cracked windshield, bad tires, or issues with technology of the car such as a frozen Home Screen or charging outlets not working. But all of that depends if we have extra vehicles, so it’s never a guaranteed switch. Best advice to call the closest branch before coming in to make sure u don’t waste your time.
@@kashikhan5361 I have no idea what rental company you worked for. I worked for Hertz at PDX. There are mechanics that work on cars everyday. If a car had any light it was taken to Maintenance to be checked out before it went to be cleaned and returned to rental .
Actually, it sounds like you might be covered if you used Chase UR points (based on one of the other comments). I would give Chase a call first to confirm just to be safe! 👍
Dang it. I just cancelled. I checked with them and they confirmed that you are right. so I'm booking again. My insurance company told me I don't have to buy rental liability either. Do you know of any rental companies not to use? Thanks for the fast response.
No problem! I usually stay with the larger rental companies (Budget, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise), and I've heard horror stories about some of the smaller rental companies. That being said, I've never used a smaller car rental company, so I can't really say it's from personal experience. I've been using Avis a lot lately, but only because they have an arrangement with the Sapphire Reserve. Otherwise, I'd probably just shop around for the best rate among the big car rental companies. 😊
Thanks again. I was looking at Avis and National because of my CSR. I'll have to look into the CSR benefits for using Avis. Locally I use Hertz and I've never had an issue.
Hello everyone, random question : what would you have liked to see offered by a car rental ? besides car seats... are there stuff that you think car rental companies can offer that would make your vacation easier or more interesting ? ( gadgets, services ... ? )
Asked for rent-a-car quote for a week compared to enterprise. Hertz is by far the worst customer service call I've been on in my entire life. Transferred to 4 different departments. Lied to by agents having a bad day. Swearing on the phone. Just a sad company.
If you want to use points, use the credit card associated with the points. Typically you are covered if you pay for the fees and taxes with the credit card associated with the points.
Great video will definitely be applying these tips when I rent a car!! Also, do you have a recommendation for rental car companies you prefer such as hertz, enterprise etc...?
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful. In terms of which rental car companies do I recommend, I usually prefer to go with the larger ones since they offer more selection. Also, I recommend using AutoSlash as well to find the best price. We did a video on it a while back as well: ruclips.net/video/aC9FW18uJpY/видео.html
I reserved a car with BUDGET 5 BUSINESS days ahead of time. The day before I had to pick up the car, I called again just to be sure it was still available. They said that the car was ready and everything was fine. When I got to the agency to pick up the car, I was told that the car I reserved was not available. They upgraded me to a bigger car and told me that the price would remain the same. It was clear that i would not pay for the bigger car they gave me. No extra charge. I trusted them. I trusted their customer's service and staff. When I got my visa statement, iI realized that they charged me for the bigger car they gave. WHAT A SCAM! I NEVER USED THEIR SERVICE AGAIN. I STRONLY SUGGEST THAT THE READERS WILL NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THEM.
you didn't mention about reading all the fine print on the car rental contract AND the fine print on the credit card used for payment . BUYER BEWARE ALWAYS.
It's definitely possible. While your credit card might protect you from damages to your vehicle, it doesn't cover you for any damages to other cars and property. Though if you have a personal auto insurance policy, check to see if it covers you for third party liability on international trips. Some do and some don't, and even if you have it, some international car agencies insist on it since they can't be bothered whether the insurance is valid. It's definitely complicated! 😬
I'm a fast break member with budget I never had any problems with them until 1 day I return the car a day ahead and instead of getting refund I got charge 25 dollars more. Which carrental company do you recommend? I never rented a car with no other company I was thinking Hertz because I have aaa but is way more expensive then budget.
That's crazy that they charged you to return it early! I've been using Avis more lately, but only because I have "status" with them via my Sapphire Reserve. Though I honestly think that all the big car rental companies are the same -- at least, that's been my experience! 😄
@@TripAstute I travel to Orlando I wanted to try fox car rental but every small car rental company have bad reviews I would give it a try with avis see how it is joking their program I join Hertz but here in Michigan I crazy expensive for some reason
@@TripAstute hi by any chance would you be making a video of wells fargo propel credit card? It looks really attractive because of the 3 points per dollar. I being trying to find out if it covers car rental or flight delay coverage like csp but cant find that info no where.
Hey! I just got my first Chase Freedom unlimited card with a credit line of $8k.I have an available credit limit of $23k.How do I get saphire preferred/reserve with a credit line of $50k? Thanks
There are so many factors that play into how much an issuer will give you in terms of credit. If you're trying to get more credit, it's probably most important to show that you can maintain your current credit responsibly before asking for more.
It's a tough question. Each card issuer has certain international restrictions, so it's important to check whether your card excludes your destination or has any special conditions. Also, they do have restrictions on certain types of cars (e.g., exotic or high-end luxury cars). You'll definitely want to give your card issuer a call before your trip to make sure you're covered. From personal experience, I've been quite happy with the primary car rental insurance on my Chase Sapphire Reserve and Ink Business Preferred. We've not had any problems, even when renting cars in the UK and Costa Rica.
No. It seems like others are having the same issue. Apparently, if you add the code in manually, it works. Not sure why it keeps showing expired when people click on the link though.
It shouldn't affect your credit score. Though keep in mind that the rental car companies will often place a hold on your credit card. Also, not all credit cards provide primary car rental insurance, so you'll want to check whether your card provides that benefit.
Depending upon where you are driving, you can program Google Maps to navigate "avoid toll roads." We're headed to Chicago soon, and it works there. We're just doing local travel, but if you don't activate this feature, you can end up going on toll roads and racking up big add-on charges from the rental company.
The points thing isn't accurate in my experience. For Chase Sapphire this is the language they use: "You are covered when Your name is embossed on an eligible card issued in the United States, and You use Your credit card Account and/or rewards programs associated with Your Account to initiate and complete Your entire car rental transaction. Only You, as the primary renter of the vehicle, and any additional drivers permitted by the Rental Car Agreement are covered."
I wouldn't recommend using a debit card to book a rental car, though most car rental companies will accept them. Though be careful of additional holds. I've heard of travelers getting massive holds on their accounts (like you would get at a gas station) in case there is any damage to the car.
No. Think of it as a deposit. They may place a pending charge on your debit card as a way to ensure that if there is damage, they can charge your account (and ensure there is money to cover it). The problem is that these holds can sometimes take a few days to drop off your account, which means that you won't have access to all your funds in your checking account. That's why I highly recommend using a credit card.
It's complicated. The rental car companies usually quote you a price which you can then pre-pay before your trip. However, there are often additional fees and charges added. Also, if you return the car with less fuel than when it was rented, then they will charge you extra fees as well. On our last trip, the final total came out higher about $10 higher than the prepaid amount, so they charged me the difference when I dropped off the car. To be honest, the amount of fees and charges is very unclear!
BSP car Morocco customer service both French & English were incapable of doing there job properly just bunch of incompetent losers. Misleading adverting just lies. The lady from customer service mumbling. She just ain't do anything for me she just said they were working in the City of Rabat, Morocco herded like cattles there she said there is nothing she can do for me to get my car at the airport slack. BSP car corporation must change the whole staff & management there. What a shame!
American Express offers insurance coverage for free if you pay for the rental with your AMEX card. Google it and check the specific type of AMEX card that you have. You can download the specifics which is basically an insurance policy. It shows the coverages, conditions and exclusions. Be sure to download/print it and take it with you on the trip. Also be sure to carry your insurance card from your personal vehicle with you. I like to get a copy of the rental agreement in advance from the rental company and run it past my personal auto insurance carrier. Always ask them for a WRITTEN response as to what coverages you need to purchase or don't need to purchase! They will try to give you verbal opinions... Beware.
Take as much video and as many photos of the car as you can before driving it off the lot. And make sure you can show as many angles of the car as possible.
Very good advice. Better to be safe than sorry! 👍
I’ve only rented once with Enterprise and it was smooth .. We rented the car from Austin Texas to Colorado and it was a nice 2018 Camry ... I always carry extra batteries for my cell phone , water , some food . I took pictures of the car and mileage and recorded what the car looked like before hitting the road .
I like the idea of taking photos of the car before driving off the lot. Thanks for the tip! 👍
Trip Astute I’m very cautious . You never know what they can come up with once the trip is over .
I think a first aid kit is very important. Not only for the car, but for traveling in general. I keep a few bandaids, neosporn , antiseptic wipes, a razor with the handle cut in half to remove hair for better bandaid adhesion , and tweezers in a small tin. A small roll of toilet paper is also good policy to keep with you in general.
Great tip! First aid is always a good thing to pack. I like the idea of packing a roll of toilet paper too! 👍
I found out about the Hertz AAA Young Driver Fee waiver and it’s saved me so much money. It’s usually a win-win since AAA typically has the lowest daily rate also. Being a car buff helps, but I usually tell people to do a little research before picking a car. For example when grabbing an economy or compact, the Nissans typically have more cargo room than other options. I also look at tires.. you won’t believe how many cars have mix matched tires with different brands on the front and rear.
Great tips, Brandon! Thanks for sharing. Having that extra cargo room can really be useful, so I'll definitely be looking out for Nissan on my next rental. 👍
I reserved a car with hertz and also will be saving tons with the AAA discount. There wasn’t any hidden fees you had to pay being young right? Wanted to know before i will pay TIA!
spent $90 on a one day rental (with the "autoshop discount") when my car had to go to the shop last month. the following week i found out about AAA's pricing and realized i could have got the same rental for about $30 a day. this is such important information! thank you for this video! learned a lot and about to watch the other two videos you recommended!
Thanks! Glad the video was helpful. 😊
I now work for Enterprise and I think these tips will improve your rental experience.
Thanks for the feedback and validation. I appreciate it! 👍
I’m about to rent for the first time what do I need ?
Don't smoke in the car. That includes weed. The rental will charge you from $100 to $350 to clean the car. Detailing the car cost the rental company time and money. Car can't be rented. In car air filter change. Carpet seats , headliner need to be cleaned. Even when your return the car and the contract ends. They will still charge you. Don't try and hide damage you caused. You will still be charged if you try and hide damage. If you want to exchange your car during the rental period. Most companies will do this only if something is wrong with the car. Most new cars have a TPMS . That lets you know when a tire is low. If you want to exchange the car. Drive the car near the rental return place and remove air until TPMS sensor alerts a low tire. Then take it back and show the low tire pressure light. They will exchange the car due to the light. No one in the return area will question you,
Thanks for the tips! 👍
Or they would just put air into the tire and off u go with the SAME rental vehicle. Only time they would switch you out is if it’s something serious like a check engine light etc.
@@kashikhan5361 Not true the people in rental return will not make the call to return a car to rental. A mechanic checks it out. Once there is a light it taken out of the rental lineup.
@@40hours56 I work at a rental company, believe it or not their is no mechanic, we the employees make the decision if the car will be taken to a vendor such as Firestone/mavis/pepboys etc., I’ve given customers the same car back after they brought it in with a simple tire pressure light, which we can easily resolve by adding the correct PSI level, only time is if it’s check engine light the car goes to the dealer. We will only switch you out if we have extra vehicles available, or send u to another location if we do not. Things which u may get a different vehicle are if the vehicle had smoke odor, cracked windshield, bad tires, or issues with technology of the car such as a frozen Home Screen or charging outlets not working. But all of that depends if we have extra vehicles, so it’s never a guaranteed switch. Best advice to call the closest branch before coming in to make sure u don’t waste your time.
@@kashikhan5361 I have no idea what rental company you worked for. I worked for Hertz at PDX. There are mechanics that work on cars everyday. If a car had any light it was taken to Maintenance to be checked out before it went to be cleaned and returned to rental .
Great video! People who watch this will be really well prepared!!
Thanks! 😊
Great, practical and very helpful video. Thank you so much my friend
Glad the video was helpful! Thanks for checking out our video and channel. 😊
Thanks so much for this. I just burned some chase points for a rental and I'll be cancelling that. Didn't think of the car insurance copy either.
Actually, it sounds like you might be covered if you used Chase UR points (based on one of the other comments). I would give Chase a call first to confirm just to be safe! 👍
Dang it. I just cancelled. I checked with them and they confirmed that you are right. so I'm booking again. My insurance company told me I don't have to buy rental liability either. Do you know of any rental companies not to use? Thanks for the fast response.
No problem! I usually stay with the larger rental companies (Budget, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise), and I've heard horror stories about some of the smaller rental companies. That being said, I've never used a smaller car rental company, so I can't really say it's from personal experience.
I've been using Avis a lot lately, but only because they have an arrangement with the Sapphire Reserve. Otherwise, I'd probably just shop around for the best rate among the big car rental companies. 😊
Thanks again. I was looking at Avis and National because of my CSR. I'll have to look into the CSR benefits for using Avis. Locally I use Hertz and I've never had an issue.
Very informative thx for sharing
Glad it was helpful! 😊
I’m doing my first rental tomorrow.
Awesome. Good luck! 👍
Great video, thanks for sharing.
Thanks for checking out our video and channel! 👍
Just double checked with Chase. If you use UR Points, make sure the card* is on file when you rent the car. Should be good to go.
Good to know! Thanks for confirming. 👍
Trip Astute Any Bro! Keep grinding, you make solid content!
R Wilks what do you mean by make sure car is on file.
G Libby Sorry about that, Typo. Make sure your Card* is on file.
This would have been great three weeks ago
Aww, sorry! This one has been in our pipeline for a while. 😄
Hello everyone, random question : what would you have liked to see offered by a car rental ? besides car seats... are there stuff that you think car rental companies can offer that would make your vacation easier or more interesting ? ( gadgets, services ... ? )
Asked for rent-a-car quote for a week compared to enterprise. Hertz is by far the worst customer service call I've been on in my entire life. Transferred to 4 different departments. Lied to by agents having a bad day. Swearing on the phone. Just a sad company.
If you want to use points, use the credit card associated with the points. Typically you are covered if you pay for the fees and taxes with the credit card associated with the points.
Thanks for the clarification! 👍
are you covered if you dont use your points but just use credit card (Chase sapphire preferred) ?
👍 great tips thnx for sharing.
Thanks! Glad the video was helpful. 😊
Great video will definitely be applying these tips when I rent a car!! Also, do you have a recommendation for rental car companies you prefer such as hertz, enterprise etc...?
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful. In terms of which rental car companies do I recommend, I usually prefer to go with the larger ones since they offer more selection. Also, I recommend using AutoSlash as well to find the best price. We did a video on it a while back as well: ruclips.net/video/aC9FW18uJpY/видео.html
I reserved a car with BUDGET 5 BUSINESS days ahead of time. The day before I had to pick up the car, I called again just to be sure it was still available. They said that the car was ready and everything was fine. When I got to the agency to pick up the car, I was told that the car I reserved was not available. They upgraded me to a bigger car and told me that the price would remain the same. It was clear that i would not pay for the bigger car they gave me. No extra charge. I trusted them. I trusted their customer's service and staff. When I got my visa statement, iI realized that they charged me for the bigger car they gave. WHAT A SCAM!
I NEVER USED THEIR SERVICE AGAIN. I STRONLY SUGGEST THAT THE READERS WILL NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THEM.
Yikes! That's very annoying. Sorry to hear about your experience. 😬
Sweet! Thank you
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful! 😊
American Express will honor the rental car insurance coverage if you pay with reward points
Thanks for sharing. I appreciate the info! 👍
Thanks vert useful
Awesome. Glad the video was helpful. 😊
In Singapore Renting A Car, We Do Not Have Any Other Changes. All Prices In All Inclusive.
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Good info!
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Thanks! Glad the video was helpful. 😊
Thumbs up!! TFS
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you didn't mention about reading all the fine print on the car rental contract AND the fine print on the credit card used for payment . BUYER BEWARE ALWAYS.
Good point 👍
Nice channel 👍
Thanks! 😊
Thanks for the video I'll be renting a car Thursday.
Awesome! Hope it goes smoothly. 😊
So when I go to Mexico they tell me third party liability is mandatory to every car agency that I go to. Do you know if that is true?
It's definitely possible. While your credit card might protect you from damages to your vehicle, it doesn't cover you for any damages to other cars and property. Though if you have a personal auto insurance policy, check to see if it covers you for third party liability on international trips. Some do and some don't, and even if you have it, some international car agencies insist on it since they can't be bothered whether the insurance is valid. It's definitely complicated! 😬
I'm a fast break member with budget I never had any problems with them until 1 day I return the car a day ahead and instead of getting refund I got charge 25 dollars more. Which carrental company do you recommend? I never rented a car with no other company I was thinking Hertz because I have aaa but is way more expensive then budget.
That's crazy that they charged you to return it early! I've been using Avis more lately, but only because I have "status" with them via my Sapphire Reserve. Though I honestly think that all the big car rental companies are the same -- at least, that's been my experience! 😄
@@TripAstute I travel to Orlando I wanted to try fox car rental but every small car rental company have bad reviews I would give it a try with avis see how it is joking their program I join Hertz but here in Michigan I crazy expensive for some reason
@@TripAstute by the way thanks for this video does tips will come in handy
Thanks Gonzalo! Really appreciate the support. 👍
@@TripAstute hi by any chance would you be making a video of wells fargo propel credit card? It looks really attractive because of the 3 points per dollar. I being trying to find out if it covers car rental or flight delay coverage like csp but cant find that info no where.
Hey!
I just got my first Chase Freedom unlimited card with a credit line of $8k.I have an available credit limit of $23k.How do I get saphire preferred/reserve with a credit line of $50k?
Thanks
There are so many factors that play into how much an issuer will give you in terms of credit. If you're trying to get more credit, it's probably most important to show that you can maintain your current credit responsibly before asking for more.
What’s the best credit card for rental international?
It's a tough question. Each card issuer has certain international restrictions, so it's important to check whether your card excludes your destination or has any special conditions. Also, they do have restrictions on certain types of cars (e.g., exotic or high-end luxury cars). You'll definitely want to give your card issuer a call before your trip to make sure you're covered.
From personal experience, I've been quite happy with the primary car rental insurance on my Chase Sapphire Reserve and Ink Business Preferred. We've not had any problems, even when renting cars in the UK and Costa Rica.
Thanks for the information. I also try using your code for the bank but expire, do you have a new code?
No. It seems like others are having the same issue. Apparently, if you add the code in manually, it works. Not sure why it keeps showing expired when people click on the link though.
So even though i have a credit card, does it matter of how much im charged for from it or how my credit score is??
It shouldn't affect your credit score. Though keep in mind that the rental car companies will often place a hold on your credit card. Also, not all credit cards provide primary car rental insurance, so you'll want to check whether your card provides that benefit.
How about those "EZ-pass" toll road transponders???
I've not had to use one, but I just looked up the prices -- yikes! They charge a lot for using their transponders. 😬
Depending upon where you are driving, you can program Google Maps to navigate "avoid toll roads." We're headed to Chicago soon, and it works there. We're just doing local travel, but if you don't activate this feature, you can end up going on toll roads and racking up big add-on charges from the rental company.
The points thing isn't accurate in my experience. For Chase Sapphire this is the language they use:
"You are covered when Your name is embossed on an eligible card
issued in the United States, and You use Your credit card Account
and/or rewards programs associated with Your Account to initiate
and complete Your entire car rental transaction. Only You, as the
primary renter of the vehicle, and any additional drivers permitted
by the Rental Car Agreement are covered."
Yeah, from what I've heard recently, it does seem like you're covered if you use points for a car rental. I'm glad the fine print matches as well. 👍
Could you use a debit card ?
I wouldn't recommend using a debit card to book a rental car, though most car rental companies will accept them. Though be careful of additional holds. I've heard of travelers getting massive holds on their accounts (like you would get at a gas station) in case there is any damage to the car.
@@TripAstute So if there's damage, they won't add holds ?
No. Think of it as a deposit. They may place a pending charge on your debit card as a way to ensure that if there is damage, they can charge your account (and ensure there is money to cover it). The problem is that these holds can sometimes take a few days to drop off your account, which means that you won't have access to all your funds in your checking account. That's why I highly recommend using a credit card.
@@TripAstute last question. So whenever I rent a car, all I have to do is pay for the car itself and the deposit fee?
It's complicated. The rental car companies usually quote you a price which you can then pre-pay before your trip. However, there are often additional fees and charges added. Also, if you return the car with less fuel than when it was rented, then they will charge you extra fees as well. On our last trip, the final total came out higher about $10 higher than the prepaid amount, so they charged me the difference when I dropped off the car. To be honest, the amount of fees and charges is very unclear!
No mention of how to find the best value
BSP car Morocco customer service both French & English were incapable of doing there job properly just bunch of incompetent losers. Misleading adverting just lies. The lady from customer service mumbling. She just ain't do anything for me she just said they were working in the City of Rabat, Morocco herded like cattles there she said there is nothing she can do for me to get my car at the airport slack. BSP car corporation must change the whole staff & management there. What a shame!
Yikes. Sounds like you had a nightmare experience. Sorry to hear that it was so difficult and frustrating.
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You look like Teddy from the Hanghover
Hmm. Is that a dig or a compliment? 🤔
American Express offers insurance coverage for free if you pay for the rental with your AMEX card. Google it and check the specific type of AMEX card that you have. You can download the specifics which is basically an insurance policy. It shows the coverages, conditions and exclusions. Be sure to download/print it and take it with you on the trip. Also be sure to carry your insurance card from your personal vehicle with you. I like to get a copy of the rental agreement in advance from the rental company and run it past my personal auto insurance carrier. Always ask them for a WRITTEN response as to what coverages you need to purchase or don't need to purchase! They will try to give you verbal opinions... Beware.
That's a great tip to get the rental agreement in advance to review with your insurance company. Thanks for sharing! 👍