Mary Van Keuren
- Auto insurance
- Life insurance
- Homeowners insurance
- Mortgages
- Real estate
- Bachelor’s in studio art and master’s in liberal studies from Nazareth College, Rochester, NY
Mary Van Keuren is a longtime freelance writer who specializes in writing reviews and articles to help people make good personal finance decisions in home lending and insurance. She is a multi-channel communicator with a background working in communications at several universities and colleges. Mary’s formative years were spent in rural Tanzania, where she worked as a teacher.
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I am passionate about helping consumers make the best choices for their needs, whether it’s for an insurance policy or in choosing a landscape company.
— Mary Van Keuren
Mary's latest articles
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What to do if you are dropped from your home insurance
Dropped by your home insurance and don’t know what to do next? Bankrate can help.
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What is replacement cost coverage in home insurance?
Take a closer look at replacement cost insurance and whether it’s the best choice for you.
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Loss of use coverage
Find out why loss of use coverage is a valuable piece of your homeowners insurance.
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Cheapest Car Insurance in Michigan for 2025
Review the top car insurance in Michigan based on pricing, policy options, and more.
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Best Homeowners Insurance in Iowa for 2025
Bankrate dives deep to uncover the best homeowners insurance in Iowa.
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Best Homeowners Insurance in Tennessee for 2025
Learn which companies are offering the best Tennessee homeowners insurance.
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If your car breaks down, will insurance cover a rental?
Does auto insurance cover rental cars? Bankrate has the answer to this question.
8 min read Sep 16, 2025