04-13-2010, 06:55 PM
Everyone makes mistakes, and whoever makes the mistake should take responsibility for making things right. Having said that, though, I think it's bad kharma to take advantage of someone else's honest mistake. In your original note, you said you saved $500 (or $300, depending on how you look at it), so even with the additional $200 payment, you're still better off than you were.
Here's my two cents on how to resolve the issue and feel good about the transaction:
1)If you still would have bought this insurance policy if you had known up front what the total cost would be, then pay the man.
2)If you are really opposed to the total charge or think you can do better elsewhere, then cancel the policy, ask for a refund and go with someone else.
3)If you believe he made an honest mistake but still don't think you should pay the additional amount, why don't you offer to split the difference with him. But be prepared to pay the full amount next year (or find another broker)
Here's my two cents on how to resolve the issue and feel good about the transaction:
1)If you still would have bought this insurance policy if you had known up front what the total cost would be, then pay the man.
2)If you are really opposed to the total charge or think you can do better elsewhere, then cancel the policy, ask for a refund and go with someone else.
3)If you believe he made an honest mistake but still don't think you should pay the additional amount, why don't you offer to split the difference with him. But be prepared to pay the full amount next year (or find another broker)