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Insurance is more exciting when you realize it is like building a safety net rather than an empty expense.
— Mariah Posey
Mariah Posey is an insurance writer and editor for Bankrate.com, specializing in auto and home insurance. She aids in developing and editing insurance content that covers a breadth of relevant industry knowledge, prioritizing accuracy and brand tone. She keeps readers at the forefront of her mind throughout all stages of content development, aiming to make the insurance journey as convenient as possible by equipping consumers with the insights they need to make confident coverage decisions.
Mariah joined the Bankrate insurance editorial team in January 2021, bringing along her background in communications and journalism. With prior experience in reporting and copyediting, she has a knack for conducting research, fact-checking and prioritizing reader intent. Marrying these skills into her role as an insurance editor for Bankrate, she delved into grasping the complexities of auto, home and life insurance, finding ways to clarify common misconceptions found online to better inform readers.
Mariah is originally from New Jersey and earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism from Elon University. When not optimizing pages, she can be found grabbing a slice (or whole pie) from the best local pizzeria, diving into new albums and finding a new series to shamelessly binge.
Mariah’s written work for Bankrate has been featured in Bloomberg, The Boston Globe and Car and Driver.
Insurance is more exciting when you realize it is like building a safety net rather than an empty expense.
— Mariah Posey
Bankrate can help you understand what tort insurance is and how it works.
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