Car insurance premiums: The most expensive cities for parents of teen drivers
Parents who add a 16-year-old to their full-coverage auto insurance policy in 2021 can see their premium increase by $2,531 annually on average.
After Northeast flooding, insurance woes swamp residents
Most of those caught off guard by the intense downpours from the remnants of Hurricane Ida and Tropical Storm Henri lived in areas outside of coastal floodplains, making flood insurance an afterthought for most of the working-class families whose neighborhoods were among the hardest hit.
Tesla insurance may be available to owners in Texas next month, Elon Musk says
Tesla owners in Texas may be able to buy auto insurance from Elon Musk's electric car company as soon as next month.
Who owns your life insurance policy? It might be a private-equity firm
Americans own more than 160 million individual life insurance and annuity policies. Their policies may get snatched up by private-equity firms.
What to know if you live in one of these top 10 auto theft hotspots
A new report found that auto theft is increasing nationally, and the problem is even worse in select "hot spots." With auto thefts on the rise, it's important to ask: Does your auto insurance cover a stolen vehicle?
How hurricane season can impact your home & auto insurance, according to an expert
Hurricane season is here, and it's already causing billions of dollars worth of property damage — some of which won't be covered by insurance. Keep reading to see if a standard homeowners policy covers hurricane damage.
September is Life Insurance Awareness Month: Are you sufficiently covered?
It's Life Insurance Awareness Month, a time to recognize the important role life insurance plays in guaranteeing a families' financial security. See if you're sufficiently covered and find out how to buy life insurance in this guide.
Car insurance 'age tax' could impact two generations, study finds
Baby Boomers and Gen Zers pay a higher – and possibly unjustified – average monthly car insurance premium, in part because of supposed "age tax," according to a new study.
Auto insurance shopping surges as younger generations return to work
As the U.S. economy recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, many young drivers are once again entering the workforce. As a result, shopping for auto insurance for more at-risk drivers is increasing.
Wildfires, drought can't stop California wine country’s hot real estate market
When Jenny Hess visited her sister in Healdsburg, Calif., in May of 2020 to get out of New York City during Covid, she was entranced by the area’s temperate weather, natural beauty and sophisticated food and wine culture.
Firms estimate Hurricane Ida could cause over $15B in insured losses
Powerful storm surges caused by Hurricane Ida could cause billions of dollars in insured losses across Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, firms estimate.
Total damage and economic loss from Hurricane Ida will fall between $70B and $80B: Accuweather expert
Total damage and economic loss from Hurricane Ida will fall between $70 billion and $80 billion, Accuweather’s Dr. Joel N. Myers said Monday.
Car accidents spiked nearly 8% in 2020, says DOT: How to save on insurance in the event of a crash
Car accidents have increased since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, driving up insurance rates. Here's how you can save.
Insurance providers will no longer waive all costs associated with COVID-19 treatments
Most insurance companies that were previously waiving all the out-of-pocket costs of treatment for coronavirus have quit doing so, according to a new study.
Have bad credit? You might be overpaying for homeowners insurance, study finds
Consumers with poor credit paid 29% more for their home insurance premiums than consumers with exceptional credit, according to a new report. See how your insurance rates may be impacted by your credit score and how to get home insurance with bad credit.
California homeowners struggle to get wildfire insurance amid active season
It's a story told increasingly frequently over the last couple of years: California homeowners are left scrambling after being dropped by their longtime insurance carriers.
Car theft surged in 2020, report finds: Why you need auto insurance that protects against theft
Auto theft surged in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Here's what you need to know about car insurance and how it covers vehicle theft.
How much should life insurance cost? See the breakdown by age, term and policy size
The monthly cost of life insurance can vary widely depending on the type of insurance you have, as well as your age, gender and health status.
Many Americans losing car insurance savings by not shopping around, study shows
Americans think they are likely paying too much for car insurance, a new survey shows. Here's what they can do to lower their rates.
Whole vs. term life insurance: How to decide what's right for you
Life insurance costs vary widely depending on the circumstances and type of coverage you have, but certain types of permanent life insurance policies may offer more benefits than term coverage.



















