Car & homeowner insurance bundles

[pablo_marmol]

So I'm considering alternatives to my current (separate) coverage, and was wondering how many folks would like to share their experience in this area. I've been told that USAA is great, but I believe it's for military/families of military only --- and I'll call them Monday to find out if my deceased father qualifies as family. He did a 4 yr. stint in the Navy.

Any and all input is appreciated --- thanks in advance!

[flying rabbit]

1. He should.

I have it (C&H with USAA). I like it.

[pablo_marmol]

2. Thank you flying rabbit.

Reviews are strong with USAA.

[wishstar]

3. Only if your father was/is a USAA member can you qualify

1) All products are available to:

-Active military
-Military veterans (honorable discharge required for former military personnel)
-Widows, widowers and un-remarried former spouses USAA members who have or had USAA auto or property insurance while married
-Individuals whose parents are or were USAA members
-Former members who had purchased auto or property insurance, while in an eligible category (presumably the ones listed above)
2) Spouses of members are limited in the insurance products available to them. Namely life insurance is available to them and auto & property insurance is available to them through their eligible spouse.

3) Otherwise:

USAA's investment products, most checking and savings products, credit cards, life insurance, and shopping and discounts are available to other individuals.

A friend of mine found out they didn't qualify since their veteran father had not been a USAA member.

I got my combined auto/home insurance with "Auto Owner's" company a few years ago and have been satisfied with both the rates and the quick and easy and accurate handling of a major homeowner's claim I filed.

[pablo_marmol]

4. Yeah wishstar........since I posted I discovered the eligibility requirements.

Thanks for you rec. of Auto Owners!

Edited to add: AO doesn't operate in CA. Damn.

[pablo_marmol]

5. Ended up with Amica.

Feeling good about it. Got an earthquake rider.