If you have a car, you're probably getting flooded with calls, emails and letters telling you that your car needs an extended warranty. A lot of these are scams, but extended warranties themselves are real and sometimes useful.
While you might be reluctant to pay the added cost, some of these sales materials can make it sound pretty scary to drive without one. But, if you don't check the fine print or choose a reputable warranty underwriter, you could end up paying for coverage that doesn't quite live up to your expectations.
