Insurance

Find news and advice on homeowners, renters, auto and life insurance.

Car Insurance

Auto insurance protects your finances from the unexpected. Use our car insurance tools to generate quotes, compare coverage options and find the best insurance company for you. Bankrate’s editorial team curated these top auto insurance picks for your budget.

Homeowners Insurance

If anything happens to your home or belongings, home insurance can protect you financially. Find out how much home insurance you need, how much you’ll pay, and what company is best for you with our online tools.

Life Insurance

Life insurance helps you financially care for your loved ones after you pass away. Bankrate is here to help you compare quotes and find the best life insurance company for you.

Insurance Basics

All about auto insurance

Not all auto insurance is the same, but the basics cover injury and property damage.

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What is homeowners insurance and how does it work?

Homeowners insurance is an essential financial tool. Find out more here.

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Average cost of car insurance in September 2022

Do you know how much you should be paying for car insurance? Start here.

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Average cost of homeowners insurance in September 2022

Wondering how much home insurance costs? Bankrate has some insight.

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Latest Articles

Car insurance rates by credit score

Learn how and why insurers take credit health into account when pricing your policy.

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Best car insurance in Georgia for 2022

What are the best car insurance companies in the Peach State?

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What is a car insurance premium?

Car insurance premiums don’t have to be confusing. Here’s what you should know.

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What does car insurance cover?

Find out what car insurance covers to help you make insurance decisions.

9 min read Sep 23, 2022
Driving without insurance in Arizona

More than 1,100 fatal collisions occurred on Arizona roadways in 2021, and nonfatal accidents were even more frequent during that time. While the cost of a car accident can be astronomically high, a good [...]

5 min read Sep 23, 2022
How long you should keep your car insurance records

Find out how long you should keep your car insurance records and when to shred them.

5 min read Sep 23, 2022
Understanding home insurance adjusters

Learn what a home insurance adjuster does and how to prepare for a visit.

6 min read Sep 23, 2022
What to do if a car insurance company denies your claim

What to do if your car insurance claim has been rejected by your insurance company.

4 min read Sep 22, 2022
When and how to cancel your car insurance policy

Wondering when or how to cancel your car insurance policy? Start here.

9 min read Sep 22, 2022
How a speeding ticket impacts your insurance in New Jersey

Bankrate can show you the impact of a speeding ticket on NJ car insurance rates.

7 min read Sep 22, 2022

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