Cate Deventer

INSURANCE WRITER & EDITOR
EXPERTISE
  • Auto insurance
  • Property insurance
  • Life insurance
EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree in theatre, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, concentration in professional and technical writing, Indiana University East (expected graduation in Spring 2022)

Cate Deventer is a writer, editor and insurance professional. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in professional and technical writing from Indiana University East. She began writing for Bankrate in January 2021 and has nearly a decade of experience in the insurance industry as a licensed insurance agent. Cate has worked with over a dozen insurance companies and is experienced with auto, property, flood, umbrella and life insurance.

As an insurance agent, she quoted and wrote policies, assisted clients with questions and claims and stayed current with industry regulation changes. She has a passion for helping people understand their insurance needs, choose appropriate coverage and understand how insurance coverage can affect overall financial well-being.

Insurance is an important part of your overall financial plan.

— Cate Deventer

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