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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.

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Car insurance provides financial security to drivers and is often required to drive.
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Find out what home insurance covers and how much it typically costs.
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Latest Articles

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Some insurance companies are removing the right to appraisal from policies.
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As long as you are living with your parents, you can stay on their insurance.
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Bankrate has what you need to know about driving without insurance in New Jersey.
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Even a single speeding ticket can raise Colorado insurance rates.
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In most cases, auto insurance follows the car, not the driver.
man and woman in car repair shop standing near car discussing its condition
Some insurance companies are removing the right to appraisal from policies.
A mother in the passenger seat of her car instructing her daughter who is driving.
As long as you are living with your parents, you can stay on their insurance.
New Jersey turnpike
Bankrate has what you need to know about driving without insurance in New Jersey.
Bridge
What does it mean if you need an SR-22 in South Carolina? Bankrate can help.
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Can insurance deny a claim on your policy? Bankrate has the answers.
Mountain road
Even a single speeding ticket can raise Colorado insurance rates.
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Is it worth filing an insurance claim for bumper damage? Bankrate investigates.
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In most cases, auto insurance follows the car, not the driver.
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Dwelling fire policies are designed to cover buildings that aren’t owner-occupied.
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Roof leaks may be covered by home insurance, but think twice before filing a claim.
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Life insurance retirement plans may help fill the gaps of your retirement plans.
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Bankrate takes a careful look at life insurance myths and facts.
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Can you take out a life insurance policy on anyone? Bankrate explains the rules.
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Uncover funeral costs and the insurance options that can help ease the burden.
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Find out what term life insurance is, how it works and who it is best for.
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Life insurance payouts are often tax-free but here’s when it’s not — and how to avoid it.
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