Lizzie Nealon

INSURANCE CONTRIBUTOR

EXPERTISE

Writing
Editing
Research
Brand-building

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in political science with minors in Spanish and English, Clemson University

Insurance is the highest form of self-care. Protecting yourself and your family against financial ruin provides peace of mind, security and freedom.
— Lizzie Nealon

Lizzie Nealon is an insurance contributor for Bankrate. Her favorite part of writing content is making home, auto and life insurance digestible for readers so they can prepare for the future.

Lizzie earned her bachelor’s degree in political science from Clemson University. At Clemson, she co-founded a campus publication called the Sensible Tiger that made news and politics digestible to college students. This experience instilled her passion for helping audiences navigate complex topics like insurance.

She enjoys partially completing New Yorker crosswords, finding the best local restaurants and reading biographies in her free time.

Insurance is the highest form of self-care. Protecting yourself and your family against financial ruin provides peace of mind, security and freedom.
— Lizzie Nealon

Lizzie's latest articles

Most haunted places in the U.S.

Think you can guess the most haunted places in America? Our list may surprise you.

7 min read Sep 01, 2022
How to protect your home from wildfire

Wildfires are more dangerous than ever. Bankrate shares some tips on how to prepare.

5 min read Aug 25, 2022
Tiny homes: Are they worth it?

Ready to live off the grid? Tiny homes might be the way to do it.

5 min read Aug 24, 2022
Best cheap homeowners insurance in Los Angeles of 2022

Bankrate finds the best cheapest homeowners insurance in Los Angeles.

7 min read Aug 19, 2022
Who needs life insurance?

Wondering whether life insurance is right for you? Start with Bankrate.

8 min read Aug 18, 2022
Should you switch to pay-per-mile insurance?

Do you know what pay-per-mile coverage is and how it can affect your car insurance?

8 min read Aug 16, 2022
What is a life insurance premium and how does it work?

Understanding your premium can help you shop for a life insurance policy. Start here.

9 min read Aug 15, 2022
The Ohio Fair Plan explained

The Ohio FAIR Plan could help you secure home insurance.

4 min read Aug 15, 2022
Average cost of car insurance in Texas in 2022

See if you’re paying more compared to Texas’ state average cost of car insurance.

10 min read Jul 27, 2022
Car crash statistics

Car crashes can take a toll. Inform Start here to get informed.

9 min read Jul 26, 2022
Tobacco and life insurance explained

How does tobacco use really affect your life insurance? Bankrate examines.

7 min read Jul 22, 2022
What happens if you outlive your term life insurance?

Wondering what happens when your term life insurance expires? Bankrate can help.

7 min read Jul 21, 2022
When road rage becomes gun rage: Facts and prevention

Road rage can have dangerous consequences. Here’s how to prepare.

8 min read Jul 18, 2022
Best homeowners insurance in Michigan in 2022

Michigan homeowners have unique home insurance needs. How does your policy stack up?

11 min read Jul 15, 2022
What to do if your car insurance is canceled

Learn why insurers drop you and your options if your car insurance is canceled.

6 min read Jul 14, 2022